Orthodontic practices near FY2
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of FY2, 18 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Tower Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys, 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tower DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (226 reviews) |
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (250 reviews) |
| Ivory Dental Care (Parkroad)Blackpool | 2.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (50 reviews) |
| Poulton Dental Care & Implant CentreThornton-Cleveleys | 2.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Thomas & Thomas Dental AssociatesBlackpool | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (104 reviews) |
| Dental Access ServiceBlackpool | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 3.6 (34 reviews) |
| Whitegate Health CentreBlackpool | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (182 reviews) |
| ARC Dental SurgeryGreat Marton | 3.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (219 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to FY2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thornton-Cleveleys, 0.9 miles south; the next are Blackpool (2.0 miles south) and Great Marton (3.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton-Cleveleys | 3 | 0.9 miles south |
| Blackpool | 4 | 2.0 miles south |
| Great Marton | 1 | 3.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of FY2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bank Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys (5.0 from 250 reviews), 1.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 5.0 (250 reviews) | 1.9 miles east |
| Tower DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 4.9 (226 reviews) | 0.9 miles south |
| ARC Dental SurgeryGreat Marton | 4.9 (219 reviews) | 3.4 miles south |
| Poulton Dental Care & Implant CentreThornton-Cleveleys | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from FY2
The nearest practice to FY2 is Tower Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 4 of the practices around FY2 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 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 FY2 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bank Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 15 miles away.
FY2 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Blackpool |
| 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 | 18.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,089 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 29.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,390 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Montgomery Academy — 0.7 miles Unity Academy Blackpool — 0.7 miles Blackpool Aspire Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 6,780 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 49 schools, 19,656 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Tower Dental, Thornton-Cleveleys — under a mile Ivory Dental Care (Parkroad), Blackpool — 2 miles ARC Dental Surgery, Great Marton — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 50 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | FY3, FY1, FY5, FY4, FY6, FY7, FY8, PR9 |
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 FY2
Patients in the FY2 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 FY2 is Bispham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near FY2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to FY2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to FY2 is Tower Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Bank Dental (1.9 miles) and Ivory Dental Care (Parkroad) (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near FY2?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of FY2, 18 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near FY2?
The nearest practice to FY2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bank Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys, about 1.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include Thomas & Thomas Dental Associates (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the FY2 postcode district?
Places in or next to FY2 include Bispham, Warbreck, Norbreck, Hoohill, Layton, North Shore, Highfurlong and Norcross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the FY2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Bispham, Blackpool, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near FY2?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.