Orthodontic practices near OL1
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of OL1, 64 practices within 10 and 176 practices within 20. The closest is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 0.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 0.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 1.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| Good DentistChadderton | 2.3 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (49 reviews) |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 3.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 3.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (30 reviews) |
| Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 4.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (25 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OL1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 0.5 miles south; the next are Mossley (3.2 miles south-east) and Ashton-under-Lyne (3.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 4 | 0.5 miles south |
| Mossley | 2 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 2 | 3.3 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 OL1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants in Mossley (5.0 from 30 reviews), 3.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 4.9 (260 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 4.6 (106 reviews) | 0.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OL1
The nearest practice to OL1 is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 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 64 practices, and within 20 there are 176.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oldham Orthodontics (1.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around OL1 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around OL1 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 8 miles away.
OL1 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Oldham |
| 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 | 35.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 13,046 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 11.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 48.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,683 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Blue Coat CofE School — 0.3 miles The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy — 0.8 miles E-ACT the Oldham Academy North — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 17,051 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 124 schools, 47,369 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Tooth Place Dental Surgery, Chadderton — under a mile Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 3 miles Mossley Dental Care, Ashton-under-Lyne — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 64 within 10 miles, 176 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OL2, OL8, OL4, OL9, OL6, OL7, OL16, OL5 |
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.
Teeth straightening near OL1
A typical orthodontic search around OL1 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for OL1 is Oldham Edge.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL1 is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (0.6 miles) and Oldham Orthodontics (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL1?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of OL1, 64 practices within 10 miles and 176 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL1?
The nearest practice to OL1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 0.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Oldham Orthodontics (1.8 miles) and Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare (3.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL1 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL1 include Oldham Edge, Mumps, Rhodes Bank, Glodwick, Heyside, Higginshaw, Royton Moss and Cold Hurst.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL1 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Oldham Edge, Borough of Oldham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near OL1?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Oldham Edge, Borough of Oldham can start an assessment today.
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.