Orthodontic practices near The Greaves
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of The Greaves, 9 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Ashton Road Clinic in Lancaster, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Road ClinicLancaster | 0.2 miles north | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lancaster Smile ClinicLancaster | 0.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Malmin OrthodonticsLancaster | 0.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (86 reviews) |
| Marketgate Dental PracticeLancaster | 0.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (405 reviews) |
| The Scanning SuiteLancaster | 0.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTICS (LANCASTER)Lancaster | 0.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Bare Dental Clinic (Private)Morecambe | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (32 reviews) |
| Hest Bank Dental CareLancaster | 3.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (388 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Greaves with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lancaster, 0.2 miles north; the next are Morecambe (2.8 miles north-west) and Caton (4.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | 7 | 0.2 miles north |
| Morecambe | 1 | 2.8 miles north-west |
| Caton | 1 | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Fleetwood | 1 | 12.2 miles south-west |
| Thornton-Cleveleys | 3 | 15.4 miles south-west |
| Preston | 7 | 17.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of The Greaves
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster (5.0 from 388 reviews), 3.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hest Bank Dental CareLancaster | 5.0 (388 reviews) | 3.6 miles north |
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 5.0 (250 reviews) | 15.5 miles south-west |
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 5.0 (61 reviews) | 17.2 miles south |
| Bare Dental Clinic (Private)Morecambe | 5.0 (32 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Greaves at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lancaster |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,772 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 21.2% aged 16 to 24 and 28.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,626 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Lancashire | 15th closest to an orthodontic practice of 618 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.5% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Lancashire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy — 0.1 miles Lancaster Girls' Grammar School — 0.4 miles Lancaster Royal Grammar School — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,635 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ashton Road Clinic, Lancaster — under a mile Bare Dental Clinic (Private), Morecambe — 3 miles Caton Dental & Implants Practice, Caton — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 34 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 The Greaves
The nearest practice to The Greaves is Ashton Road Clinic in Lancaster, 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 9 practices, and within 20 there are 34.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lancaster Smile Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Malmin Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around The Greaves list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around The Greaves are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Marketgate Dental Practice in Lancaster, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 20 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Greaves
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Orthodontist in The Greaves: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in The Greaves understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both The Greaves and the wider Lancashire area.
The Greaves at a glance
Bowerham is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of The Greaves.
What official data says about The Greaves
By ONS classification, The Greaves falls under urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. 17.7% of The Greaves's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,772 residents in the neighbourhood around The Greaves, 10.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. The Greaves has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 26.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to The Greaves are Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy (0.1 miles) and Lancaster Girls' Grammar School (0.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts The Greaves close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to The Greaves is Preston Dental School, Preston, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Bowerham, Haverbreaks, Lancaster, Primrose, Bulk, and Freehold.
Local treatment availability around The Greaves
There is no orthodontist on our records in The Greaves itself. The nearest recorded are Ashton Road Clinic in Lancaster, under a mile away; Bare Dental Clinic (Private) in Morecambe, about 3 miles away; and Caton Dental & Implants Practice, about 4 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in The Greaves Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in The Greaves can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Treatment Options in The Greaves — Local Context
What's available in The Greaves depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Officially, The Greaves is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 17.7% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.5% of the 1,772 residents in The Greaves's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. The Greaves has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 26.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to The Greaves are Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy (0.1 miles) and Lancaster Girls' Grammar School (0.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. The Greaves's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to The Greaves is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 20 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in The Greaves itself. The nearest recorded are Ashton Road Clinic in Lancaster, under a mile away; Bare Dental Clinic (Private) in Morecambe, about 3 miles away; and Caton Dental & Implants Practice, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in The Greaves
Orthodontic treatment in The Greaves is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in The Greaves — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Greaves. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Greaves
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around The Greaves, Lancashire, these local links help you keep browsing. Related nearby location pages such as Bowerham, Haverbreaks, Lancaster, Primrose, Bulk, and Freehold can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in The Greaves
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Greaves often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Greaves?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Greaves is Ashton Road Clinic in Lancaster, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Lancaster Smile Clinic (0.5 miles) and Malmin Orthodontics (0.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Greaves?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of The Greaves, 9 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Greaves?
The nearest practice to The Greaves that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Marketgate Dental Practice in Lancaster, about 0.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include MALMIN ORTHODONTICS (LANCASTER) (0.5 miles) and Bare Dental Clinic (Private) (2.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Greaves, Lancashire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in The Greaves, Lancashire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.