Orthodontic practices near Patricroft
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Patricroft, 85 practices within 10 and 210 practices within 20. The closest is Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, 1.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennyblack DentalSwinton | 1.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (228 reviews) |
| Worsley Dental CentreSwinton | 2.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (135 reviews) |
| Manchester DentalUrmston | 2.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (150 reviews) |
| Nova Dental StudioWalkden | 2.7 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Astley Dental CentreTyldesley | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Renova DentalEccles | 2.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (109 reviews) |
| Circle DentalStretford | 3.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (630 reviews) |
| Stretford Road Dental PracticeUrmston | 3.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (361 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Patricroft with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swinton, 1.5 miles north-east; the next are Urmston (2.6 miles south-east) and Walkden (2.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swinton | 3 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Urmston | 2 | 2.6 miles south-east |
| Walkden | 1 | 2.7 miles north |
| Tyldesley | 1 | 2.8 miles north-west |
| Eccles | 1 | 2.9 miles east |
| Stretford | 2 | 3.1 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Patricroft
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aligned Orthodontics in Swinton (5.0 from 439 reviews), 3.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 5.0 (439 reviews) | 3.4 miles north-east |
| Stretford Road Dental PracticeUrmston | 5.0 (361 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Renova DentalEccles | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
| Nova Dental StudioWalkden | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 2.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Patricroft at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Salford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,368 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 288 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within City and Borough of Salford | 38th closest to an orthodontic practice of 42 places in the county (the county median is 0.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.5 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in City and Borough of Salford |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Salford City Academy — 0.8 miles St Patrick's RC High School — 1.4 miles Wellacre Technology Academy — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 9,531 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 131 schools, 44,488 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Pennyblack Dental, Swinton — 2 miles Manchester Dental, Urmston — 3 miles Nova Dental Studio, Walkden — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 85 within 10 miles, 210 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Patricroft
The nearest practice to Patricroft is Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, 1.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 85 practices, and within 20 there are 210.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Manchester Dental (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Stretford Road Dental Practice (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Patricroft list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Patricroft are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Patricroft
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Local orthodontic signals in Patricroft
There is no orthodontist on our records in Patricroft itself. The closest on record are Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, about 2 miles away; Manchester Dental in Urmston, about 3 miles away; and Nova Dental Studio in Walkden, about 3 miles away.
About Patricroft
Just around 2 km north-east, Alder Forest is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Patricroft
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Patricroft sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 12.6% of residents under 16, Patricroft skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Patricroft, 5.3% of the 1,368 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across City and Borough of Salford, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Patricroft has 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 89% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Patricroft are served by secondary schools including Salford City Academy (0.8 miles) and St Patrick's RC High School (1.4 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 131 schools and 44,488 pupils in Patricroft's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data puts Patricroft close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Patricroft is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Patricroft
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Patricroft helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Patricroft
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Patricroft. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Patricroft sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Patricroft's under-16 share, 12.6%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.3% of the 1,368 residents in Patricroft's census neighbourhood, below the 7.6% average across City and Borough of Salford. With 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, Patricroft is better served than 89% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Patricroft are served by secondary schools including Salford City Academy (0.8 miles) and St Patrick's RC High School (1.4 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. Patricroft's Local Authority has 131 schools educating 44,488 pupils (DfE data). Patricroft's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Patricroft is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 7 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Patricroft
The orthodontic landscape in Patricroft offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Patricroft
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Patricroft. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Patricroft
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Patricroft often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Patricroft?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Patricroft is Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, about 1.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Worsley Dental Centre (2.3 miles) and Manchester Dental (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Patricroft?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Patricroft, 85 practices within 10 miles and 210 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Patricroft?
The nearest practice to Patricroft that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Pennyblack Dental in Swinton, about 1.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Astley Dental Centre (2.8 miles) and Renova Dental (2.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Patricroft, City and Borough of Salford?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Patricroft, City and Borough of Salford?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.