Orthodontic practices near Sun Hill
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Sun Hill, 59 practices within 10 and 177 practices within 20. The closest is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, 1.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 1.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 1.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 1.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 1.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (30 reviews) |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| Good DentistChadderton | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (49 reviews) |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 3.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Sun Hill with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mossley, 1.6 miles south-east; the next are Chadderton (1.6 miles west) and Ashton-under-Lyne (1.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mossley | 2 | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Chadderton | 4 | 1.6 miles west |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Stalybridge | 1 | 3.9 miles south |
| Droylsden | 1 | 5.5 miles south-west |
| Denton | 3 | 5.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Sun Hill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamford Orthodontic Practice in Heywood (5.0 from 164 reviews), 7.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-east |
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 4.9 (570 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Sun Hill at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Oldham |
| 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 | 17.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,337 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,762 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.3% 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 Oldham | 64th closest to an orthodontic practice of 127 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 8% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Oldham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oasis Academy Leesbrook — 0.6 miles Co-op Academy Strinesdale — 0.6 miles The Blue Coat CofE School — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 12,493 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 124 schools, 47,369 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Tooth Place Dental Surgery, Chadderton — 2 miles Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 2 miles Mossley Dental Care, Ashton-under-Lyne — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 59 within 10 miles, 177 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 Sun Hill
Sun Hill is 1.6 miles from Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 59 practices, and within 20 there are 177.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Oldham Orthodontics (2.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 21 of the practices around Sun Hill list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Sun Hill are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Sun Hill
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Orthodontist in Sun Hill: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Sun Hill understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Sun Hill or another part of Borough of Oldham.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can continue browsing related location pages including County End, Lees, Leesfield, Taylor Green, Cross Bank, and Holts if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
What local practice data suggests in Sun Hill
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Sun Hill itself. The closest on record are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2 miles away; Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 2 miles away; and Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne, about 2 miles away.
The local picture in Sun Hill
ONS classifies Sun Hill as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Sun Hill sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.2% of Sun Hill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,337 residents in the neighbourhood around Sun Hill, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (12), Sun Hill has more choice than 79% of towns in England. Regionally, 30.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Sun Hill are served by secondary schools including Oasis Academy Leesbrook (0.6 miles) and Co-op Academy Strinesdale (0.6 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. Sun Hill's Local Authority area covers 124 schools and 47,369 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Sun Hill close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Sun Hill is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Sun Hill
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to County End, the closest linked location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Sun Hill
The orthodontic landscape in Sun Hill offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Sun Hill
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 Sun Hill practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Sun Hill
Many people in Sun Hill delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Sun Hill
Every case in Sun Hill follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Sun Hill. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Sun Hill
These local links are here for anyone comparing Sun Hill, Borough of Oldham against nearby alternatives. Related nearby location pages such as County End, Lees, Leesfield, Taylor Green, Cross Bank, and Holts can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Sun Hill
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Sun Hill often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Sun Hill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Sun Hill is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (1.6 miles) and Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Sun Hill?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Sun Hill, 59 practices within 10 miles and 177 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Sun Hill?
The nearest practice to Sun Hill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (1.6 miles) and Oldham Orthodontics (2.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Sun Hill, Borough of Oldham?
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 Sun Hill, Borough of Oldham?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.