Orthodontic practices near Rough Close
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Rough Close, 18 practices within 10 and 47 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, 2.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontists Stoke on TrentBarlaston | 2.7 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 3.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Regency House Dental PracticeStone | 3.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (127 reviews) |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 5.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 5.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 5.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 5.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rough Close with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barlaston, 2.7 miles west; the next are Longton (3.0 miles north) and Stone (3.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barlaston | 1 | 2.7 miles west |
| Longton | 1 | 3.0 miles north |
| Stone | 1 | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 8 | 4.6 miles north-west |
| Basford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3 | 6.1 miles north-west |
| Tunstall | 1 | 7.5 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rough Close
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant Centre (4.9 from 3,597 reviews), 10.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Lane Dental Stafford & Implant CentreStafford | 4.9 (3,597 reviews) | 10.0 miles south |
| Moody Terrace Dental Practice & Albert Place Dental Referral CentreCongleton | 4.9 (715 reviews) | 15.3 miles north |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 5.7 miles north-west |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 4.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rough Close at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stafford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,398 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,194 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within Staffordshire | 217th closest to an orthodontic practice of 610 places in the county (the county median is 3.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.7 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Staffordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ormiston Meridian Academy — 1.6 miles Co-op Academy Florence MacWilliams — 2.3 miles Blythe Bridge High School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,534 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontists Stoke on Trent, Barlaston — 3 miles Longton Dental Centre, Longton — 3 miles Regency House Dental Practice, Stone — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 47 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 Rough Close
The nearest practice to Rough Close is Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, 2.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 47.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Grosvenor Dental Practice (4.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashlow Orthodontic Practice (5.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Rough Close list clear aligners, the nearest 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 Rough Close are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Longton Dental Centre, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 33 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rough Close
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Orthodontist in Rough Close: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Rough Close. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Staffordshire.
Local context for Rough Close
The nearest other location we cover is Barlaston Common, under 1 km to the west.
Area profile for Rough Close
Officially, Rough Close is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. Rough Close has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.9% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,398 residents in the neighbourhood around Rough Close, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Rough Close is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Rough Close attend schools such as Ormiston Meridian Academy (1.6 miles) and Co-op Academy Florence MacWilliams (2.3 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Rough Close falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Rough Close is about 33 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Barlaston Common, Meir Heath, Knenhall, Moddershall, Meir, and Spot Acre may also help.
What local practice data suggests in Rough Close
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Rough Close. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, about 3 miles away; Longton Dental Centre, about 3 miles away; and Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, about 4 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Rough Close
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Rough Close has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Rough Close
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Rough Close practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Rough Close
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Rough Close helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Rough Close
Not every practice near Rough Close offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Rough Close — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Rough Close's under-16 share, 13.9%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,398 residents in the neighbourhood around Rough Close, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across Staffordshire. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Rough Close is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Rough Close are served by secondary schools including Ormiston Meridian Academy (1.6 miles) and Co-op Academy Florence MacWilliams (2.3 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Rough Close falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Rough Close is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 33 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rough Close. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rough Close
This section helps connect Rough Close, Staffordshire to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. This page links onward to Barlaston Common, Meir Heath, Knenhall, Moddershall, Meir, and Spot Acre for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rough Close
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rough Close often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rough Close?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rough Close is Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, about 2.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Longton Dental Centre (3.0 miles) and Regency House Dental Practice (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rough Close?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Rough Close, 18 practices within 10 miles and 47 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rough Close?
The nearest practice to Rough Close that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Longton Dental Centre, about 3.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include Regency House Dental Practice (3.6 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (5.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rough Close, Staffordshire?
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 Rough Close, Staffordshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.