Orthodontic practices near M12
On our practice register: 34 practices within 5 miles of M12, 101 practices within 10 and 170 practices within 20. The closest is City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - Manchester, 2.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - ManchesterManchester | 2.0 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (497 reviews) |
| Invisible Braces ManchesterManchester | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Arndale Dental & Implant ClinicManchester | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (713 reviews) |
| Deansgate Dental StudioManchester | 2.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (950 reviews) |
| Walmsley DentalDroylsden | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (347 reviews) |
| Smile Stylist Dental ClinicsManchester | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,026 reviews) |
| The Fold DentistryManchester | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (69 reviews) |
| Tomas Dental ClinicManchester | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (148 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Manchester, 2.0 miles north-west; the next are Droylsden (2.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 7 | 2.0 miles north-west |
| Droylsden | 1 | 2.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Stylist Dental Clinics in Manchester (5.0 from 1,026 reviews), 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Stylist Dental ClinicsManchester | 5.0 (1,026 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Deansgate Dental StudioManchester | 4.9 (950 reviews) | 2.1 miles west |
| Walmsley DentalDroylsden | 4.9 (347 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Tomas Dental ClinicManchester | 4.9 (148 reviews) | 2.1 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 M12
The nearest practice to M12 is City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - Manchester, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 101 practices, and within 20 there are 170.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Walmsley Dental (2.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around M12 list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around M12 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Arndale Dental & Implant Clinic in Manchester, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 1 mile away.
M12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Manchester |
| 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 | 25.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,257 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 21% aged 16 to 24 and 34.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 45.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,571 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dean Trust Ardwick — 0.3 miles St Peter's RC High School — 0.4 miles Co-op Academy Belle Vue — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 20 schools, about 22,388 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 208 schools, 98,058 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - Manchester, Manchester — 2 miles Walmsley Dental, Droylsden — 2 miles Thornley Park Dental, Denton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 101 within 10 miles, 170 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | M13, M11, M19, M14, M18, M4, M61, M99 |
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.
Teeth straightening near M12
A typical orthodontic search around M12 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for M12 is Longsight.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M12 is City Centre Dental & Implant Clinic - Manchester, about 2.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Invisible Braces Manchester (2.1 miles) and Arndale Dental & Implant Clinic (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M12?
Our register has 34 practices within 5 miles of M12, 101 practices within 10 miles and 170 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M12?
The nearest practice to M12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Arndale Dental & Implant Clinic in Manchester, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Deansgate Dental Studio (2.1 miles) and Walmsley Dental (2.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the M12 postcode district?
Places in or next to M12 include Longsight, West Gorton, Chorlton upon Medlock, Ardwick, Rusholme, Ladybarn, Miles Platting and Levenshulme.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M12 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Longsight, Manchester, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near M12?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.