Orthodontic practices near M38
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of M38, 72 practices within 10 and 209 practices within 20. The closest is Nova Dental Studio in Walkden, 1.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova Dental StudioWalkden | 1.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| The Tooth ArtistFarnworth | 1.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Bolton Road Dental CentreFarnworth | 1.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (250 reviews) |
| Bolton Orthodontic CentreFarnworth | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (25 reviews) |
| Astley Dental CentreTyldesley | 2.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Swift DentalBolton | 2.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (353 reviews) |
| Pennyblack DentalSwinton | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (228 reviews) |
| Harpers Dental PracticeBolton | 3.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (602 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M38 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Walkden, 1.5 miles south-east; the next are Farnworth (1.5 miles north-east) and Tyldesley (2.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Walkden | 1 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Farnworth | 3 | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Tyldesley | 1 | 2.7 miles south-west |
| Bolton | 2 | 2.8 miles north |
| Swinton | 1 | 2.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M38
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Nova Dental Studio in Walkden (5.0 from 33 reviews), 1.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Dental StudioWalkden | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-east |
| The Tooth ArtistFarnworth | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-east |
| Harpers Dental PracticeBolton | 4.9 (602 reviews) | 3.0 miles north |
| Pennyblack DentalSwinton | 4.9 (228 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from M38
M38 is 1.5 miles from Nova Dental Studio in Walkden, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 72 practices, and within 20 there are 209.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Astley Dental Centre (2.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Bolton Road Dental Centre (1.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 3 of the practices around M38 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 M38 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bolton Road Dental Centre in Farnworth, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
M38 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Salford |
| 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 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,459 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.5% aged 16 to 24 and 32.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 36% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,110 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Star Salford Academy — 0.4 miles The Lowry Academy — 0.8 miles St James's Church of England High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 13,902 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 131 schools, 44,488 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Tooth Artist, Farnworth — 2 miles Nova Dental Studio, Walkden — 2 miles Astley Dental Centre, Tyldesley — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 72 within 10 miles, 209 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BL4, M28, BL3, BL78, BL11, M29, BL1, BL2 |
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 M38
Most M38 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 M38 is Little Hulton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M38
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M38?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M38 is Nova Dental Studio in Walkden, about 1.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Tooth Artist (1.5 miles) and Bolton Road Dental Centre (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M38?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of M38, 72 practices within 10 miles and 209 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M38?
The nearest practice to M38 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bolton Road Dental Centre in Farnworth, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Bolton Orthodontic Centre (2.2 miles) and Astley Dental Centre (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the M38 postcode district?
Places in or next to M38 include Little Hulton, Ellenbrook, New Bury, Harper Green, Greenheys, Engine Fold, Dixon Green and New Manchester.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M38 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Little Hulton, City and Borough of Salford, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near M38?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.