Orthodontic practices near M9
On our practice register: 30 practices within 5 miles of M9, 97 practices within 10 and 202 practices within 20. The closest is Blackley Dental Practice in Crumpsall, 1.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackley Dental PracticeCrumpsall | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (208 reviews) |
| Oakley DentalManchester | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (274 reviews) |
| The Park Dental PracticePrestwich | 2.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (31 reviews) |
| SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETONMiddleton | 2.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (407 reviews) |
| Love-Teeth Dental PracticeManchester | 2.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (592 reviews) |
| Victoria ClinicManchester | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (461 reviews) |
| Manchester Dental PracticeManchester | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.1 (282 reviews) |
| Arndale Dental & Implant ClinicManchester | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (713 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to M9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crumpsall, 1.1 miles north-west; the next are Manchester (1.9 miles west) and Prestwich (2.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crumpsall | 1 | 1.1 miles north-west |
| Manchester | 5 | 1.9 miles west |
| Prestwich | 1 | 2.2 miles west |
| Middleton | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of M9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Love-Teeth Dental Practice in Manchester (4.9 from 592 reviews), 2.4 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Love-Teeth Dental PracticeManchester | 4.9 (592 reviews) | 2.4 miles west |
| Oakley DentalManchester | 4.9 (274 reviews) | 1.9 miles west |
| The Park Dental PracticePrestwich | 4.9 (31 reviews) | 2.2 miles west |
| SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETONMiddleton | 4.8 (407 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from M9
The nearest practice to M9 is Blackley Dental Practice in Crumpsall, 1.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 97 practices, and within 20 there are 202.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oakley Dental (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Manchester Dental Practice (3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around M9 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 M9 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Blackley Dental Practice in Crumpsall, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 4 miles away.
M9 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 | 26.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 11,534 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 36.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 38.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,485 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Co-op Academy Manchester — 0.6 miles Our Lady's RC High School — 1.0 miles Abraham Moss Community School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 19 schools, about 19,750 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 | Blackley Dental Practice, Crumpsall — 1 miles Oakley Dental, Manchester — 2 miles The Park Dental Practice, Prestwich — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 97 within 10 miles, 202 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | M40, M8, M24, M61, M4, M99, M60, M1 |
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 M9
Most M9 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 M9 is Blackley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near M9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to M9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to M9 is Blackley Dental Practice in Crumpsall, about 1.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Oakley Dental (1.9 miles) and The Park Dental Practice (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near M9?
Our register has 30 practices within 5 miles of M9, 97 practices within 10 miles and 202 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near M9?
The nearest practice to M9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Blackley Dental Practice in Crumpsall, about 1.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Oakley Dental (1.9 miles) and Arndale Dental & Implant Clinic (3.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the M9 postcode district?
Places in or next to M9 include Blackley, Harpurhey, Higher Blackley, Alkrington Garden Village, Collyhurst, Rhodes, Crumpsall and Lime Field.
How do I find an orthodontist near the M9 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Blackley, Manchester, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near M9?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Blackley, Manchester, subject to clinical suitability.
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.