Orthodontic practices near M6
On our practice register: 35 practices within 5 miles of M6, 103 practices within 10 and 199 practices within 20. The closest is Beaumont Dental in Manchester, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont DentalManchester | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (732 reviews) |
| YOR DentalManchester | 1.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (525 reviews) |
| Renova DentalEccles | 1.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (109 reviews) |
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 1.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (439 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEManchester | 1.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Gartside Street Dental LoungeManchester | 2.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| Love-Teeth Dental PracticeManchester | 2.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (592 reviews) |
| 360 Dental CareManchester | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (294 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Manchester, 0.2 miles north; the next are Eccles (1.5 miles south-west) and Swinton (1.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 6 | 0.2 miles north |
| Eccles | 1 | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Swinton | 1 | 1.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aligned Orthodontics in Swinton (5.0 from 439 reviews), 1.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aligned OrthodonticsSwinton | 5.0 (439 reviews) | 1.9 miles north-west |
| Renova DentalEccles | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Beaumont DentalManchester | 4.9 (732 reviews) | 0.2 miles north |
| Love-Teeth Dental PracticeManchester | 4.9 (592 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from M6
The nearest practice to M6 is Beaumont Dental in Manchester, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 103 practices, and within 20 there are 199.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: YOR Dental (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Beaumont Dental (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around M6 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 M6 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Beaumont Dental in Manchester, 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.
M6 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 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,924 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 14.6% aged 16 to 24 and 35.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 40% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,930 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Buile Hill Academy — 0.2 miles All Hallows RC High School — 0.7 miles The Albion Academy — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 14,662 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 | Beaumont Dental, Manchester — under a mile Renova Dental, Eccles — 2 miles Aligned Orthodontics, Swinton — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 103 within 10 miles, 199 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | M50, M5, M17, M7, M25, M27, M32, M3 |
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 M6
A typical orthodontic search around M6 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 M6 is Brindle Heath.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M6 is Beaumont Dental in Manchester, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are YOR Dental (1.2 miles) and Renova Dental (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M6?
Our register has 35 practices within 5 miles of M6, 103 practices within 10 miles and 199 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M6?
The nearest practice to M6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Beaumont Dental in Manchester, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include YOR Dental (1.2 miles) and Renova Dental (1.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the M6 postcode district?
Places in or next to M6 include Brindle Heath, Salford, Seedley, Weaste, Wallness, New Windsor, Wharfside and Little Bolton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M6 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Brindle Heath, City and Borough of Salford, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near M6?
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.