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Orthodontic practices near Tonge Moor

On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Tonge Moor, 62 practices within 10 and 212 practices within 20. The closest is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, 0.9 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Cahill Dental & Implant ClinicBolton0.9 miles south-west✓–✓4.8 (210 reviews)
Harpers Dental PracticeBolton1.0 miles south–✓✓4.9 (602 reviews)
STEVENSDENTALBolton1.2 miles north-east–✓✓5.0 (65 reviews)
Dream Smiles DentalBolton1.3 miles south-west–✓✓4.9 (261 reviews)
Swift DentalBolton1.3 miles south-west✓––4.8 (353 reviews)
The Smile ClinicBolton1.3 miles south-west✓–✓4.7 (1,083 reviews)
True DentistryBolton1.7 miles west––✓4.9 (114 reviews)
Bolton Orthodontic CentreFarnworth1.8 miles south✓––4.2 (25 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Tonge Moor with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bolton, 0.9 miles south-west; the next are Farnworth (1.8 miles south) and Bury (3.6 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Bolton70.9 miles south-west
Farnworth31.8 miles south
Bury73.6 miles south-east
Radcliffe24.5 miles south-east
Walkden15.0 miles south
Whitefield35.4 miles south-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tonge Moor

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Eye & Dental Clinic in Bury (5.0 from 538 reviews), 3.7 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Eye & Dental ClinicBury5.0 (538 reviews)3.7 miles east
Ashley Latter LtdRadcliffe5.0 (532 reviews)4.5 miles south-east
Whitefield Dental - Cosmetic, Implant & Restorative Dentistry + Skin Dr.Radcliffe5.0 (524 reviews)4.9 miles south-east
Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton5.0 (439 reviews)6.4 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Tonge Moor at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaBolton
NHS dental servicesNHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of England
Residents under 1626.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,432 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally11.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally15.2% aged 16 to 24 and 32.1% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car34.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre6,448 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England
Access within Borough of Bolton23rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 73 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England
Aged 10 to 15 vs county11.2% here, against 7.6% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Bolton
Nearest university dental hospitalManchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 11 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsCanon Slade School — 0.8 miles
Bolton St Catherine's Academy — 0.9 miles
Eden Boys' School, Bolton — 1.0 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles14 schools, about 15,407 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area141 schools, 57,265 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay30.4% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesCahill Dental & Implant Clinic, Bolton — under a mile
Bolton Orthodontic Centre, Farnworth — 2 miles
The Dental Practice, Bury — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles62 within 10 miles, 212 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 Tonge Moor

The nearest practice to Tonge Moor is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, 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 62 practices, and within 20 there are 212.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Harpers Dental Practice (1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bolton Road Dental Centre (3.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Tonge Moor 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 Tonge Moor are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 11 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Tonge Moor

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Tonge Moor in context

Tonge Moor's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Tonge Moor. With 26.3% of residents under 16, Tonge Moor has an above-average share of children. In the census neighbourhood around Tonge Moor, 11.2% of the 1,432 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.6% average across Borough of Bolton, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, Tonge Moor is better served than 90% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Tonge Moor attend schools such as Canon Slade School (0.8 miles) and Bolton St Catherine's Academy (0.9 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Tonge Moor's Local Authority has 141 schools educating 57,265 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Tonge Moor sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Tonge Moor is about 11 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester.

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Local snapshot of Tonge Moor

Just under 1 km west, Back o' th' Bank is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Practice data for Tonge Moor

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Tonge Moor itself. The closest on record are Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, under a mile away; Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, about 2 miles away; and The Dental Practice in Bury, about 4 miles away.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Tonge Moor

Many people in Tonge Moor delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Tonge Moor — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

Orthodontic Treatments in Tonge Moor

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Tonge Moor can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Tonge Moor

Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Tonge Moor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Tonge Moor

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tonge Moor often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tonge Moor?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tonge Moor is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, about 0.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Harpers Dental Practice (1.0 miles) and STEVENSDENTAL (1.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Tonge Moor?

Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Tonge Moor, 62 practices within 10 miles and 212 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tonge Moor?

The nearest practice to Tonge Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cahill Dental & Implant Clinic in Bolton, about 0.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Swift Dental (1.3 miles) and The Smile Clinic (1.3 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tonge Moor, Borough of Bolton?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Tonge Moor, Borough of Bolton?

Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.

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TitleTonge Moor, Borough of Bolton Invisalign & Braces
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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