Orthodontic practices near BB10
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of BB10, 20 practices within 10 and 120 practices within 20. The closest is Briercliffe Road Dental Practice in Burnley, 0.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briercliffe Road Dental PracticeBurnley | 0.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Northwest Dental AcademyBurnley | 0.9 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Lyndhurst Dental PracticeBurnley | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| Queensgate Dental PracticeBurnley | 0.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (112 reviews) |
| The Bridge Dental PracticeBurnley | 0.9 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Standish Street Dental LtdBurnley | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Oakland Family Dental & OrthodonticsNelson | 2.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (59 reviews) |
| Barrowford Dental PracticeBarrowford | 3.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BB10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Burnley, 0.6 miles north-west; the next are Nelson (2.7 miles north) and Barrowford (3.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Burnley | 6 | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Nelson | 1 | 2.7 miles north |
| Barrowford | 1 | 3.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BB10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Standish Street Dental Ltd in Burnley (5.0 from 106 reviews), 1.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Standish Street Dental LtdBurnley | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Briercliffe Road Dental PracticeBurnley | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-west |
| Barrowford Dental PracticeBarrowford | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 3.3 miles north |
| Oakland Family Dental & OrthodonticsNelson | 4.9 (59 reviews) | 2.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BB10
BB10 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Briercliffe Road Dental Practice in Burnley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 120.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 5 of the practices around BB10 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 BB10 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 20 miles away.
BB10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Burnley |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,863 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 32.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 527 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sir John Thursby Community College — 0.2 miles Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy — 0.6 miles Unity College — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,831 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Briercliffe Road Dental Practice, Burnley — under a mile Oakland Family Dental & Orthodontics, Nelson — 3 miles Barrowford Dental Practice, Barrowford — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 120 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BB9, BB11, BB12, BB8, OL13, BB4, BB18, M35 |
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.
Orthodontic research around BB10
Patients in the BB10 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BB10 is Heasandford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BB10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BB10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BB10 is Briercliffe Road Dental Practice in Burnley, about 0.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Northwest Dental Academy (0.9 miles) and Lyndhurst Dental Practice (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BB10?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of BB10, 20 practices within 10 miles and 120 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BB10?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
Which places are in or near the BB10 postcode district?
Places in or next to BB10 include Heasandford, Brunshaw, Burnley, Pike Hill, Harle Syke, Fulledge, Burnley Lane and Brownside.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BB10 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Heasandford, Lancashire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BB10?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.