--- title: "Northern Orthodontics | Orthodontist in Ashton-under-Lyne" url: https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/northern-orthodontics description: "Northern Orthodontics is an orthodontic practice in Ashton-under-Lyne. Rated 4.9/5 from 154 reviews. Address, phone number, opening hours and NHS status." updated: 2026-10-20 publisher: Virtual Consultant Online --- # Northern Orthodontics 46 Stamford St E, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6QH, UK, [Oldham](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/location/ashton-under-lyne) OL6 6QH 4.9 (154 reviews) Ceramic Braces Clear Aligners Fixed Braces Invisalign Lingual Braces NHS Braces Retainers [0161 343 5245](tel:0161 343 5245) [Visit Website](http://www.northernorthodontics.co.uk) [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5514263536772089924&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) [Email](mailto:info@northernorthodontics.co.uk) ## About This Practice Northern Orthodontics is a registered orthodontic provider serving Ashton-under-Lyne and the surrounding area. Its 4.9 rating is above the review-weighted average of 4.7 across the practices we track in Ashton-under-Lyne. The practice is reported to offer on-site parking. This practice is reported to offer a free consultation or smile assessment for new patients. Adult orthodontics is reported as a particular focus of this practice. The nearest other orthodontic practices on our register are Eagle House Dental in Ashton-under-Lyne (under a mile away), Links Orthodontics in Ashton-under-Lyne (under a mile away), and Ashton Primary Care Centre in Ashton-under-Lyne (under a mile away). This practice provides both NHS and private orthodontic care. Patients can be treated with Invisalign, NHS Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, and Ceramic Braces, depending on suitability. Northern Orthodontics is located at 46 Stamford St E, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6QH, UK (OL6 6QH). This listing is compiled from the Google Places (England) register. We currently track 5 orthodontic practices in Ashton-under-Lyne, including this one. 154 reviews give this practice an average rating of 4.9/5. This practice is reported to be led by a specialist orthodontist. ## Northern Orthodontics at a Glance | Address | 46 Stamford St E, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6QH, UK, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6QH | | --- | --- | | Nation | England | | NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board | | NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) | | Funding listed | NHS and private | | Treatments listed | Ceramic Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, Invisalign, Lingual Braces, NHS Braces, Retainers | | Public rating | 4.9 out of 5 from 154 reviews | | Nearest other orthodontist | Eagle House Dental, Ashton-under-Lyne — under a mile | | Details last checked | October 2026 | Sources: our orthodontic practice register, ONS geography via postcodes.io and UK NHS dental charge schedules. Distances are straight-line. ## Around Northern Orthodontics Northern Orthodontics sits in a census neighbourhood of 1,814 residents, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. West Hill School is the closest secondary school, 0.7 miles from the practice. Northern Orthodontics is one of 11 orthodontic practices within three miles of each other. By public rating it is 2nd of 10 rated practices within three miles. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 6 miles away. | Neighbourhood residents | 1,814 in the census neighbourhood around this address (Census 2021) | | --- | --- | | Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of neighbourhood residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment | | Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 34.5% aged 25 to 49 | | Nearest secondary schools | West Hill School (0.7 miles); All Saints Catholic College (1.1 miles); Dixons Ashton Academy (1.2 miles) | | Other orthodontists within 3 miles | 10 (4 offer NHS, 8 list clear aligners, 7 list fixed braces) | | Rating among nearby practices | 2nd of 10 rated practices within three miles | | Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester (about 6 miles) | | Residents in OL6 | 8,427 in the census area around the district centre (Census 2021) | | Households without a car in OL6 | 42.3% | | Residents per square kilometre in OL6 | 7,063 | Sources: Census 2021 (ONS, via NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line. [Orthodontists in the OL6 postcode district](https://virtualconsultant.online/postcodes/ol6) ## NHS Orthodontics in Ashton-under-Lyne NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. NHS dental services in this area are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board. Northern Orthodontics is listed as offering NHS treatment, subject to eligibility. ## Gallery ## Frequently Asked Questions Does Northern Orthodontics offer NHS treatment? Northern Orthodontics offers both NHS and private orthodontic treatment, subject to eligibility. What treatments does Northern Orthodontics offer? Northern Orthodontics offers Invisalign, NHS Braces, Clear Aligners, Fixed Braces, and Ceramic Braces. Actual suitability depends on individual assessment. Does Northern Orthodontics offer a free consultation? Northern Orthodontics is reported to offer a free initial consultation or smile assessment. Confirm current availability directly with the practice. Is Northern Orthodontics run by a specialist orthodontist? Northern Orthodontics is reported to be led by a specialist orthodontist, rather than a general dentist offering orthodontic treatment. Confirm current registration directly with the practice. Does Northern Orthodontics treat children as well as adults? Northern Orthodontics is reported to focus on adult orthodontic treatment. Is Northern Orthodontics accessible? Northern Orthodontics is reported to offer on-site parking. Confirm current accessibility directly with the practice before visiting. Where is Northern Orthodontics located? Northern Orthodontics is located in Oldham. How many orthodontists are there in Ashton-under-Lyne? We currently track 5 orthodontic practices in Ashton-under-Lyne, of which Northern Orthodontics is one. How much does NHS orthodontic treatment cost at Northern Orthodontics? NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers. What other orthodontists are near Northern Orthodontics? The nearest other practices on our register are Eagle House Dental (Ashton-under-Lyne, under a mile away), Links Orthodontics (Ashton-under-Lyne, under a mile away), and Ashton Primary Care Centre (Ashton-under-Lyne, under a mile away). Distances are straight-line from the practice. ## Link to this page from your website If you work at Northern Orthodontics, you can copy this link into your own site. ``` Northern Orthodontics on Virtual Consultant Online ``` ## Related Reading [Orthodontic treatment options in Oldham View](https://virtualconsultant.online/locations/ashton-under-lyne) [Ceramic braces explained View](https://virtualconsultant.online/treatments/ceramic-braces) [How clear aligners work View](https://virtualconsultant.online/aligners/how-it-works) [Fixed braces: what to expect View](https://virtualconsultant.online/treatments/braces) [NHS orthodontic treatment View](https://virtualconsultant.online/nhs) [Orthodontic insurance options View](https://virtualconsultant.online/insurance) [Orthodontist vs dentist: what's the difference? 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The nearest is Eagle House Dental, under a mile away. | Practice | From Northern Orthodontics | NHS | Private | Aligners | Braces | Also lists | Google rating | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Eagle House Dental](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/eagle-house-dental), Ashton-under-Lyne | under a mile west | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Invisalign, evenings/weekends, payment plans | 4.9 (225) | | [Links Orthodontics](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/links-orthodontics), Ashton-under-Lyne | under a mile north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | specialist, Invisalign, payment plans | 2.7 (25) | | [Ashton Primary Care Centre](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/ashton-primary-care-centre), Ashton-under-Lyne | under a mile west | – | ✓ | – | – | – | 4.0 (83) | | [STALY Dental - Stalybridge](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/staly-dental-stalybridge), Stalybridge | 1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | Invisalign, payment plans | 4.9 (216) | | [Kingswater Dental Practice](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/kingswater-dental-practice), Denton | 2.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | evenings/weekends | 4.8 (147) | | [Denton Orthodontics Centre](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/denton-orthodontics-centre), Denton | 2.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Invisalign | 4.8 (85) | ✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances from Northern Orthodontics. [Eagle House Dental — Ashton-under-Lyne (under a mile)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/eagle-house-dental) [Links Orthodontics — Ashton-under-Lyne (under a mile)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/links-orthodontics) [Ashton Primary Care Centre — Ashton-under-Lyne (under a mile)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/ashton-primary-care-centre) [STALY Dental - Stalybridge — Stalybridge (1 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/staly-dental-stalybridge) [Kingswater Dental Practice — Denton (2 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/kingswater-dental-practice) [Denton Orthodontics Centre — Denton (2 miles)](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/denton-orthodontics-centre) [Compare All Orthodontists in Ashton-under-Lyne](https://virtualconsultant.online/orthodontists/location/ashton-under-lyne) ### Not sure which practice to choose? 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