Orthodontic practices near Red Scar
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Red Scar, 33 practices within 10 and 109 practices within 20. The closest is Grimsargh Smile Clinic in Longridge, 1.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimsargh Smile ClinicLongridge | 1.5 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (151 reviews) |
| THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEPreston | 1.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PerfectalignPreston | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (29 reviews) |
| XO DentalPreston | 2.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (290 reviews) |
| Sharoe Green Dental PracticePreston | 2.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (557 reviews) |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (163 reviews) |
| Lifestyle Dental and Implant ClinicPreston | 2.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (121 reviews) |
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 2.8 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (61 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Red Scar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Longridge, 1.5 miles north-east; the next are Preston (1.8 miles south-west) and Blackburn (6.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Longridge | 1 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Preston | 14 | 1.8 miles south-west |
| Blackburn | 6 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Leyland | 4 | 6.7 miles south |
| Darwen | 2 | 8.8 miles south-east |
| Kirkham | 1 | 9.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Red Scar
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Towngate Dental Practice in Leyland (5.0 from 814 reviews), 7.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 7.1 miles south |
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 5.0 (61 reviews) | 2.8 miles west |
| Bateman & BestDarwen | 4.9 (1,122 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-east |
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 4.9 (671 reviews) | 7.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Red Scar at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Preston |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,481 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 32.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,369 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 85% of towns in England |
| Access within Lancashire | 214th closest to an orthodontic practice of 618 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.5 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Lancashire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Preston Muslim Girls High School — 2.2 miles Moor Park High School — 2.2 miles Archbishop Temple Church of England High School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 4,498 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Grimsargh Smile Clinic, Longridge — 2 miles THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Preston — 2 miles Braces & Smiles Limefield Dental Specialist Centre, Blackburn — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 33 within 10 miles, 109 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 Red Scar
The nearest practice to Red Scar is Grimsargh Smile Clinic in Longridge, 1.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 33 practices, and within 20 there are 109.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Grimsargh Smile Clinic (1.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; AP Smilecare (6.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Red Scar list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 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 Red Scar are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Preston, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Red Scar
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Red Scar, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Lancashire.
Red Scar in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Cow Hill, around 1 km to the north.
The local picture in Red Scar
ONS classifies Red Scar as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Red Scar sits within NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 20.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,481 residents in the neighbourhood around Red Scar, 8.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Red Scar has more choice than 85% of towns in England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Red Scar attend schools such as Preston Muslim Girls High School (2.2 miles) and Moor Park High School (2.2 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Red Scar among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Red Scar is Preston Dental School, Preston, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Local treatment availability around Red Scar
There is no orthodontist on our records in Red Scar itself. The closest on record are Grimsargh Smile Clinic in Longridge, about 2 miles away; THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Preston, about 2 miles away; and Braces & Smiles Limefield Dental Specialist Centre in Blackburn, about 7 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Red Scar
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Red Scar
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Red Scar
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Red Scar
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Red Scar — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Red Scar. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Red Scar
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Frequently Asked Questions in Red Scar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Red Scar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Red Scar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Red Scar is Grimsargh Smile Clinic in Longridge, about 1.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.8 miles) and Perfectalign (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Red Scar?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Red Scar, 33 practices within 10 miles and 109 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Red Scar?
The nearest practice to Red Scar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Preston, about 1.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Perfectalign (1.9 miles) and Sharoe Green Dental Practice (2.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Red Scar, Lancashire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Red Scar, Lancashire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.