Orthodontic practices near Top o' th' Knowl
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Top o' th' Knowl, 54 practices within 10 and 181 practices within 20. The closest is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 2.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Deeplish Dental PracticeRochdale | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (32 reviews) |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| One DentalRochdale | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (561 reviews) |
| KML ORTHODONTICSRochdale | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 3.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| K L M OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Top o' th' Knowl with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 2.9 miles south-west; the next are Rochdale (3.7 miles north-west) and Mossley (3.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 4 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Rochdale | 7 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Mossley | 2 | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 4.5 miles south |
| Littleborough | 1 | 4.5 miles north |
| Heywood | 3 | 5.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Top o' th' Knowl
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), 5.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamford Orthodontic PracticeHeywood | 5.0 (164 reviews) | 5.7 miles north-west |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 4.6 miles south |
| Edenfield Dental CareHeywood | 4.9 (570 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-west |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Top o' th' Knowl 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,317 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 23.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 296 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Oldham | 117th closest to an orthodontic practice of 127 places in the county (the county median is 1.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 8% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Oldham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Crompton House Church of England Academy — 1.2 miles E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy — 1.4 miles Co-op Academy Strinesdale — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 10,204 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 — 3 miles Deeplish Dental Practice, Rochdale — 4 miles Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 54 within 10 miles, 181 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 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 Top o' th' Knowl
The nearest practice to Top o' th' Knowl is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 54 practices, and within 20 there are 181.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Crescent Orthodontics (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Oldham Orthodontics (4.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 22 of the practices around Top o' th' Knowl list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 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 Top o' th' Knowl are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Top o' th' Knowl
Borough of Oldham12 nearby locationsOrthodontic treatment options in Top o' th' Knowl
Orthodontist in Top o' th' Knowl: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Top o' th' Knowl. It is relevant to searches focused on both Top o' th' Knowl and the wider Borough of Oldham area.
Practice data for Top o' th' Knowl
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Top o' th' Knowl itself. The nearest we do hold are The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 3 miles away; Deeplish Dental Practice in Rochdale, about 4 miles away; and Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 4 miles away.
Top o' th' Knowl at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Lane Side, under 1 km to the north.
Top o' th' Knowl in context
Top o' th' Knowl's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Top o' th' Knowl sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.3% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Top o' th' Knowl, 6.3% of the 1,317 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Top o' th' Knowl is better served than 83% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 30.4% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Top o' th' Knowl are The Crompton House Church of England Academy (1.2 miles) and E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy (1.4 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 124 schools and 47,369 pupils in Top o' th' Knowl's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Top o' th' Knowl's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Top o' th' Knowl is about 10 miles from Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Lane Side, Shore Edge, Crompton Fold, Moss Hey, Shaw, and Small Brook if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Orthodontic Treatments in Top o' th' Knowl
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Top o' th' Knowl can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Top o' th' Knowl
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 Top o' th' Knowl practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Top o' th' Knowl
Starting orthodontic treatment in Top o' th' Knowl can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Top o' th' Knowl
No orthodontic practice covers Top o' th' Knowl directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about 2 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. By ONS classification, Top o' th' Knowl falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Top o' th' Knowl sits within NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.3% of Top o' th' Knowl's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Top o' th' Knowl, 6.3% of the 1,317 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 8% average across Borough of Oldham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (14), Top o' th' Knowl has more choice than 83% 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 Top o' th' Knowl are The Crompton House Church of England Academy (1.2 miles) and E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy (1.4 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. Top o' th' Knowl's Local Authority has 124 schools educating 47,369 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Top o' th' Knowl among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Top o' th' Knowl is Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Top o' th' Knowl. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Top o' th' Knowl
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Top o' th' Knowl, Borough of Oldham with surrounding locations. Nearby pages covering Lane Side, Shore Edge, Crompton Fold, Moss Hey, Shaw, and Small Brook may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Top o' th' Knowl
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Top o' th' Knowl often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Top o' th' Knowl?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Top o' th' Knowl is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (3.0 miles) and Deeplish Dental Practice (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Top o' th' Knowl?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Top o' th' Knowl, 54 practices within 10 miles and 181 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Top o' th' Knowl?
The nearest practice to Top o' th' Knowl that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Crescent Orthodontics (3.8 miles) and KML ORTHODONTICS (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Top o' th' Knowl, Borough of Oldham?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Top o' th' Knowl, Borough of Oldham?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.