Orthodontic practices near Seven Stars
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Seven Stars, 29 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, 0.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 0.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (671 reviews) |
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 0.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (814 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental PracticeLeyland | 1.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (227 reviews) |
| Lowerbank Dental PracticeLeyland | 1.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (130 reviews) |
| Bamber Bridge Dental CarePreston | 3.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (401 reviews) |
| Penwortham Dental - Tooth TalkPreston | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (421 reviews) |
| Southport Road DentalChorley | 4.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (248 reviews) |
| Chorley OrthodonticsChorley | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (70 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Seven Stars with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Leyland, 0.9 miles east; the next are Preston (3.6 miles north-east) and Chorley (4.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leyland | 4 | 0.9 miles east |
| Preston | 14 | 3.6 miles north-east |
| Chorley | 3 | 4.2 miles south-east |
| Standish | 1 | 7.6 miles south |
| Kirkham | 1 | 8.8 miles north-west |
| Longridge | 1 | 8.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Seven Stars
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), 0.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 0.9 miles east |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 5.0 (216 reviews) | 5.3 miles south-east |
| Circ DentalStandish | 5.0 (166 reviews) | 7.6 miles south |
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 5.0 (61 reviews) | 7.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Seven Stars at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Ribble |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,696 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 30.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,622 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Lancashire | 123rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 618 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Lancashire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Academy@Worden — 0.4 miles St Mary's Catholic High School — 0.5 miles Wellfield Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 3,914 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Seventy One Dental, Leyland — under a mile Bamber Bridge Dental Care, Preston — 4 miles Southport Road Dental, Chorley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 123 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 Seven Stars
The nearest practice to Seven Stars is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 123.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Chorley Orthodontics (4.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 20 of the practices around Seven Stars list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Seven Stars are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Seven Stars
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What local practice data suggests in Seven Stars
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Seven Stars itself. The nearest recorded are Seventy One Dental in Leyland, under a mile away; Bamber Bridge Dental Care in Preston, about 4 miles away; and Southport Road Dental in Chorley, about 4 miles away.
Facts about Seven Stars
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The local picture in Seven Stars
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Seven Stars sits within NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17% of Seven Stars's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Seven Stars, 6.7% of the 1,696 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across Lancashire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Seven Stars has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Seven Stars are served by secondary schools including Academy@Worden (0.4 miles) and St Mary's Catholic High School (0.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Seven Stars is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Seven Stars is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 5 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Seven Stars
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Treatment Options in Seven Stars — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Seven Stars — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Seven Stars — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 17% of Seven Stars's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,696 residents in Seven Stars's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.7% average across Lancashire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Seven Stars has more choice than 79% of towns in England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Seven Stars are served by secondary schools including Academy@Worden (0.4 miles) and St Mary's Catholic High School (0.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Seven Stars close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Seven Stars is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 5 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Seven Stars itself. The nearest recorded are Seventy One Dental in Leyland, under a mile away; Bamber Bridge Dental Care in Preston, about 4 miles away; and Southport Road Dental in Chorley, about 4 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Seven Stars
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Seven Stars helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Seven Stars follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
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Areas We Cover Around Seven Stars
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Frequently Asked Questions in Seven Stars
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Seven Stars often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Seven Stars?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Seven Stars is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, about 0.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Towngate Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Practice (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Seven Stars?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Seven Stars, 29 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Seven Stars?
The nearest practice to Seven Stars that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, about 0.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include Towngate Dental Practice (0.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Practice (1.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Seven Stars, 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 Seven Stars, Lancashire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.