Orthodontic practices near Shevington Moor
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Shevington Moor, 32 practices within 10 and 194 practices within 20. The closest is Circ Dental in Standish, 1.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circ DentalStandish | 1.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (166 reviews) |
| Claremont Dental SurgeryWigan | 3.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (5 reviews) |
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 3.8 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 3.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (85 reviews) |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 3.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Wigan OrthodonticWigan | 3.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.1 (52 reviews) |
| WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTREWigan | 3.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 4.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shevington Moor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Standish, 1.2 miles east; the next are Wigan (3.6 miles south-east) and Skelmersdale (3.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Standish | 1 | 1.2 miles east |
| Wigan | 6 | 3.6 miles south-east |
| Skelmersdale | 2 | 3.8 miles south-west |
| Chorley | 3 | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Westhead | 1 | 6.4 miles west |
| Leyland | 4 | 7.0 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shevington Moor
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), 7.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 3.8 miles south |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 5.0 (216 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Circ DentalStandish | 5.0 (166 reviews) | 1.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shevington Moor at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wigan |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,004 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 | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 34.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,490 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Wigan | 46th closest to an orthodontic practice of 85 places in the county (the county median is 1.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Wigan |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Standish Community High School — 0.7 miles Shevington High School — 0.7 miles St John Fisher Catholic High School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,152 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 137 schools, 48,586 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Circ Dental, Standish — 1 miles Claremont Dental Surgery, Wigan — 4 miles St. Raphael's Dental Practice, Skelmersdale — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 194 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 Shevington Moor
Shevington Moor is 1.2 miles from Circ Dental in Standish, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 194.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Circ Dental (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Chorley Orthodontics (4.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Shevington Moor list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 Shevington Moor are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Circ Dental in Standish, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shevington Moor
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Orthodontist in Shevington Moor: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Shevington Moor often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Shevington Moor itself or elsewhere in Borough of Wigan.
What we know about practices near Shevington Moor
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Shevington Moor itself. The closest on record are Circ Dental in Standish, about a mile away; Claremont Dental Surgery in Wigan, about 4 miles away; and St. Raphael's Dental Practice in Skelmersdale, about 4 miles away.
Nearby location pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Hunger Hill, Shevington, Mossy Lea, Shevington Vale, Standish, and Coppull Moor.
Shevington Moor at a glance
Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Hunger Hill, the closest linked location.
Shevington Moor in context
By ONS classification, Shevington Moor falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Shevington Moor. Census data puts 18.1% of Shevington Moor's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Shevington Moor, 5.3% of the 2,004 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Borough of Wigan, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Shevington Moor is better served than 79% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Shevington Moor attend schools such as Standish Community High School (0.7 miles) and Shevington High School (0.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 137 schools and 48,586 pupils across Shevington Moor's Local Authority. Shevington Moor's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Shevington Moor is about 12 miles from Preston Dental School in Preston.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Shevington Moor
Patients in Shevington Moor have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Shevington Moor
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Shevington Moor — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Shevington Moor
Orthodontic treatment in Shevington Moor is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Shevington Moor
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Shevington Moor — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Officially, Shevington Moor is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Shevington Moor's under-16 share sits at 18.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Shevington Moor, 5.3% of the 2,004 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Borough of Wigan, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Shevington Moor has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Shevington Moor are Standish Community High School (0.7 miles) and Shevington High School (0.7 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 137 schools and 48,586 pupils in Shevington Moor's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Shevington Moor among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Shevington Moor is about 12 miles from Preston Dental School in Preston. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Shevington Moor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Shevington Moor
These local links are here for anyone comparing Shevington Moor, Borough of Wigan against nearby alternatives. You can keep exploring with related pages for Hunger Hill, Shevington, Mossy Lea, Shevington Vale, Standish, and Coppull Moor.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shevington Moor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shevington Moor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shevington Moor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shevington Moor is Circ Dental in Standish, about 1.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Claremont Dental Surgery (3.6 miles) and Pemberton Dental Practice (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shevington Moor?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Shevington Moor, 32 practices within 10 miles and 194 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shevington Moor?
The nearest practice to Shevington Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Circ Dental in Standish, about 1.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Market Street Dental Practice (3.8 miles) and St. Raphael's Dental Practice (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shevington Moor, Borough of Wigan?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shevington Moor, Borough of Wigan?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.