Orthodontic practices near M44
On our practice register: 21 practices within 5 miles of M44, 85 practices within 10 and 199 practices within 20. The closest is Manchester Dental in Urmston, 2.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester DentalUrmston | 2.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (150 reviews) |
| Stretford Road Dental PracticeUrmston | 3.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (361 reviews) |
| Circle DentalStretford | 3.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (630 reviews) |
| Ash Villa Dental PracticeSale | 4.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (217 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTISTSale | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Turret Orthodontics ManchesterSale | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (247 reviews) |
| Sale Dental SpaSale | 4.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (351 reviews) |
| Astley Dental CentreTyldesley | 4.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M44 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Urmston, 2.6 miles east; the next are Stretford (3.9 miles east) and Sale (4.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Urmston | 2 | 2.6 miles east |
| Stretford | 1 | 3.9 miles east |
| Sale | 4 | 4.1 miles east |
| Tyldesley | 1 | 4.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M44
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stretford Road Dental Practice in Urmston (5.0 from 361 reviews), 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stretford Road Dental PracticeUrmston | 5.0 (361 reviews) | 3.1 miles east |
| Ash Villa Dental PracticeSale | 4.9 (217 reviews) | 4.1 miles east |
| Sale Dental SpaSale | 4.8 (351 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
| Circle DentalStretford | 4.7 (630 reviews) | 3.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from M44
M44 is 2.6 miles from Manchester Dental in Urmston, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 85 practices, and within 20 there are 199.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Manchester Dental (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Stretford Road Dental Practice (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around M44 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 M44 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURRET ORTHODONTIST in Sale, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away.
M44 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 23.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,280 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 35.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 768 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Irlam and Cadishead Academy — 0.4 miles Wellacre Technology Academy — 1.4 miles Broadoak School — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,196 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 | Manchester Dental, Urmston — 3 miles Circle Dental, Stretford — 4 miles Ash Villa Dental Practice, Sale — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 85 within 10 miles, 199 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | M31, M41, WA13, M29, M28, M30, WA14, M38 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the M44 area
Most M44 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 M44 is Irlam.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M44
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M44?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M44 is Manchester Dental in Urmston, about 2.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Stretford Road Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and Circle Dental (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M44?
Our register has 21 practices within 5 miles of M44, 85 practices within 10 miles and 199 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M44?
The nearest practice to M44 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURRET ORTHODONTIST in Sale, about 4.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Turret Orthodontics Manchester (4.1 miles) and Astley Dental Centre (4.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the M44 postcode district?
Places in or next to M44 include Irlam, Partington, Cadishead, Glazebrook, Hollinfare, Sinderland Green, Calder Bank and Woods End.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M44 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Irlam, City and Borough of Salford, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near M44?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.