Orthodontic practices near Woodplumpton
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Woodplumpton, 24 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is AJM Dental Group in Preston, 2.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (61 reviews) |
| Lifestyle Dental and Implant ClinicPreston | 2.3 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (121 reviews) |
| Sharoe Green Dental PracticePreston | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (557 reviews) |
| Lane Ends Dental PracticePreston | 3.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (276 reviews) |
| XO DentalPreston | 3.4 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (290 reviews) |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 3.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (163 reviews) |
| PerfectalignPreston | 3.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (29 reviews) |
| The Waterside Dental ClinicPreston | 3.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (150 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Woodplumpton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Preston, 2.0 miles south-east; the next are Kirkham (4.9 miles south-west) and Longridge (5.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Preston | 14 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Kirkham | 1 | 4.9 miles south-west |
| Longridge | 1 | 5.6 miles east |
| Leyland | 4 | 8.4 miles south |
| Lytham St Annes | 2 | 9.5 miles south-west |
| Thornton-Cleveleys | 2 | 9.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Woodplumpton
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), 8.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 8.6 miles south |
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 5.0 (250 reviews) | 9.8 miles west |
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 5.0 (61 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 4.9 (671 reviews) | 8.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Woodplumpton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Preston |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 688 |
| Residents under 16 | 20.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,137 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 32.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 140 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Lancashire | 304th closest to an orthodontic practice of 618 places in the county (the county median is 2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.4% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Lancashire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Broughton High School — 1.3 miles Fulwood Academy — 2.3 miles Our Lady's Catholic High School — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 5,348 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | AJM Dental Group, Preston — 2 miles Lancashire Smiles Dental Practice, Kirkham — 5 miles Grimsargh Smile Clinic, Longridge — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 81 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 Woodplumpton
The nearest practice to Woodplumpton is AJM Dental Group in Preston, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lifestyle Dental and Implant Clinic (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; AP Smilecare (11.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 23 of the practices around Woodplumpton list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Woodplumpton are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sharoe Green Dental Practice in Preston, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Woodplumpton
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Useful local orthodontic context for Woodplumpton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Woodplumpton itself. The nearest we do hold are AJM Dental Group in Preston, about 2 miles away; Lancashire Smiles Dental Practice in Kirkham, about 5 miles away; and Grimsargh Smile Clinic in Longridge, about 6 miles away.
Area profile for Woodplumpton
ONS classifies Woodplumpton as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Woodplumpton. Census data puts 20.9% of Woodplumpton's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 2,137 residents in Woodplumpton's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Woodplumpton is better served than 83% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Woodplumpton attend schools such as Broughton High School (1.3 miles) and Fulwood Academy (2.3 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Woodplumpton among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Woodplumpton is about 4 miles from Preston Dental School in Preston.
Facts about Woodplumpton
Woodplumpton is home to around 688 people, classing it as a small village within Lancashire. Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Lower Bartle, the closest linked location.
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The Orthodontic Journey in Woodplumpton
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Woodplumpton
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Woodplumpton
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Treatment Options in Woodplumpton — Local Context
Practices serving Woodplumpton differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Woodplumpton sits within NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 20.9% of Woodplumpton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 2,137 residents in Woodplumpton's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. Woodplumpton has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Woodplumpton are Broughton High School (1.3 miles) and Fulwood Academy (2.3 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Woodplumpton sits among the less deprived areas of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Woodplumpton is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 4 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Woodplumpton itself. The closest on record are AJM Dental Group in Preston, about 2 miles away; Lancashire Smiles Dental Practice in Kirkham, about 5 miles away; and Grimsargh Smile Clinic in Longridge, about 6 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Woodplumpton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Woodplumpton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Woodplumpton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Woodplumpton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Woodplumpton is AJM Dental Group in Preston, about 2.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Lifestyle Dental and Implant Clinic (2.3 miles) and Sharoe Green Dental Practice (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Woodplumpton?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Woodplumpton, 24 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Woodplumpton?
The nearest practice to Woodplumpton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sharoe Green Dental Practice in Preston, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Holly Dental Practice (3.5 miles) and Perfectalign (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Woodplumpton, Lancashire?
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 Woodplumpton, Lancashire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.