Orthodontic practices near BL78
On our practice register: 25 practices within 5 miles of BL78, 68 practices within 10 and 216 practices within 20. The closest is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, 0.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Orthodontic CentreFarnworth | 0.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (25 reviews) |
| Swift DentalBolton | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (353 reviews) |
| Harpers Dental PracticeBolton | 0.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (602 reviews) |
| The Smile ClinicBolton | 1.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (1,083 reviews) |
| The Tooth ArtistFarnworth | 1.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Cahill Dental & Implant ClinicBolton | 1.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| Bolton Road Dental CentreFarnworth | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (250 reviews) |
| Dream Smiles DentalBolton | 1.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BL78 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Farnworth, 0.1 miles south-west; the next are Bolton (0.7 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 BL78
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Tooth Artist in Farnworth (5.0 from 18 reviews), 1.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Tooth ArtistFarnworth | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 1.4 miles south-east |
| Harpers Dental PracticeBolton | 4.9 (602 reviews) | 0.9 miles north |
| Dream Smiles DentalBolton | 4.9 (261 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Swift DentalBolton | 4.8 (353 reviews) | 0.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BL78
BL78 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 68 practices, and within 20 there are 216.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Harpers Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Bolton Road Dental Centre (1.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around BL78 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 BL78 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 10 miles away.
BL78 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bolton |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 29.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 12,630 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14% aged 16 to 24 and 35.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 32.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,750 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Mount St Joseph RC High School a Voluntary Academy — 0.8 miles Harper Green School — 1.0 miles Little Lever School — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 18,041 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 141 schools, 57,265 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bolton Orthodontic Centre, Farnworth — under a mile Swift Dental, Bolton — under a mile The Dental Practice, Bury — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 68 within 10 miles, 216 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BL11, BL3, BL4, BL2, M38, BL1, M28, BL7 |
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 BL78
People searching from BL78 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BL78 is Burnden.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BL78
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BL78?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BL78 is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Swift Dental (0.7 miles) and Harpers Dental Practice (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BL78?
Our register has 25 practices within 5 miles of BL78, 68 practices within 10 miles and 216 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BL78?
The nearest practice to BL78 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bolton Orthodontic Centre in Farnworth, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Swift Dental (0.7 miles) and The Smile Clinic (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the BL78 postcode district?
Places in or next to BL78 include Burnden, Great Lever, Moses Gate, Darcy Lever, Dixon Green, Harper Green, Farnworth and Oaken Bottom.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BL78 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Burnden, Borough of Bolton, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near BL78?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Burnden, Borough of Bolton can start an assessment today.
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.