Orthodontic practices near M23
On our practice register: 36 practices within 5 miles of M23, 84 practices within 10 and 182 practices within 20. The closest is Northenden House Orthodontics in Didsbury, 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northenden House OrthodonticsDidsbury | 0.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| Dr Ali SmilesSale | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (21 reviews) |
| DCO Dental GroupSale | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (293 reviews) |
| Sale Dental SpaSale | 2.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (351 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTISTSale | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Turret Orthodontics ManchesterSale | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (247 reviews) |
| Ash Villa Dental PracticeSale | 2.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (217 reviews) |
| Butterfly Dental CareAltrincham | 2.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (486 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Didsbury, 0.9 miles north-east; the next are Sale (0.9 miles north-east) and Altrincham (2.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Didsbury | 1 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Sale | 6 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Altrincham | 1 | 2.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Ali Smiles in Sale (5.0 from 21 reviews), 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Ali SmilesSale | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Butterfly Dental CareAltrincham | 4.9 (486 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Ash Villa Dental PracticeSale | 4.9 (217 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Sale Dental SpaSale | 4.8 (351 reviews) | 2.3 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 M23
M23 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Northenden House Orthodontics 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 84 practices, and within 20 there are 182.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Sale Dental Spa (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Northenden House Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around M23 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 M23 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURRET ORTHODONTIST in Sale, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 5 miles away.
M23 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 | 22.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,742 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 37.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 32.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,205 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dixons Brooklands Academy — 0.4 miles Saint Paul's Catholic High School — 1.1 miles Dixons Newall Green Academy — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 22,253 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 | Northenden House Orthodontics, Didsbury — under a mile Dr Ali Smiles, Sale — under a mile Butterfly Dental Care, Altrincham — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 84 within 10 miles, 182 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | M22, M90, WA15, M21, M33, M32, M16, M20 |
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 M23
Most M23 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 M23 is Baguley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M23 is Northenden House Orthodontics in Didsbury, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dr Ali Smiles (0.9 miles) and DCO Dental Group (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M23?
Our register has 36 practices within 5 miles of M23, 84 practices within 10 miles and 182 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M23?
The nearest practice to M23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURRET ORTHODONTIST in Sale, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Turret Orthodontics Manchester (2.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the M23 postcode district?
Places in or next to M23 include Baguley, Northern Moor, Roundthorn, Benchill, Newall Green, Wythenshawe, Well Green and Sharston.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M23 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Baguley, Manchester, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near M23?
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.