Orthodontic practices near M20
On our practice register: 38 practices within 5 miles of M20, 93 practices within 10 and 174 practices within 20. The closest is Parkfield Dental Practice in Didsbury, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Dental PracticeDidsbury | 0.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Joyful OrthodonticsDidsbury | 0.6 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (108 reviews) |
| MANCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTREManchester | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Heaton Mersey Orthodontic CentreCheadle Heath | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (431 reviews) |
| Northenden House OrthodonticsDidsbury | 1.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| Dr Ali SmilesSale | 1.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (21 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ManchesterCheadle Heath | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Cheadle Village Dental PracticeCheadle Hulme | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (60 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Didsbury, 0.2 miles south; the next are Manchester (0.7 miles north) and Cheadle Heath (1.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Didsbury | 3 | 0.2 miles south |
| Manchester | 1 | 0.7 miles north |
| Cheadle Heath | 2 | 1.4 miles south-east |
| Sale | 1 | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Cheadle Hulme | 1 | 2.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M20
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Joyful Orthodontics in Didsbury (5.0 from 108 reviews), 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Joyful OrthodonticsDidsbury | 5.0 (108 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| Dr Ali SmilesSale | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Heaton Mersey Orthodontic CentreCheadle Heath | 4.9 (431 reviews) | 1.4 miles south-east |
| Parkfield Dental PracticeDidsbury | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 0.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from M20
M20 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Parkfield Dental Practice in Didsbury is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 93 practices, and within 20 there are 174.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Heaton Mersey Orthodontic Centre (1.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around M20 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 M20 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MANCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 3 miles away.
M20 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 23.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,470 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.3% aged 16 to 24 and 45% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 6,563 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Didsbury High School — 0.8 miles The Barlow RC High School — 0.8 miles Burnage Academy for Boys — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 20 schools, about 23,623 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Parkfield Dental Practice, Didsbury — under a mile MANCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Manchester — under a mile Heaton Mersey Orthodontic Centre, Cheadle Heath — 1 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 93 within 10 miles, 174 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | M14, M19, M13, M21, M16, M22, M15, SK8 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in M20
People searching from M20 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for M20 is Didsbury.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M20 is Parkfield Dental Practice in Didsbury, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Joyful Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and MANCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (0.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M20?
Our register has 38 practices within 5 miles of M20, 93 practices within 10 miles and 174 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M20?
The nearest practice to M20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MANCHESTER ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 0.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Heaton Mersey Orthodontic Centre (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the M20 postcode district?
Places in or next to M20 include Didsbury, West Didsbury, East Didsbury, Fallowfield, Ladybarn, Rusholme, Northenden and Chorlton cum Hardy.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M20 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Didsbury, Manchester, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near M20?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.