Orthodontic practices near OL2
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of OL2, 59 practices within 10 and 180 practices within 20. The closest is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Deeplish Dental PracticeRochdale | 3.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (32 reviews) |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 3.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| One DentalRochdale | 3.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (561 reviews) |
| K L M OrthodonticsRochdale | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| KML ORTHODONTICSRochdale | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OL2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 2.1 miles south; the next are Rochdale (3.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 3 | 2.1 miles south |
| Rochdale | 5 | 3.2 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 OL2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is One Dental in Rochdale (4.7 from 561 reviews), 3.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| One DentalRochdale | 4.7 (561 reviews) | 3.3 miles north-west |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 4.6 (106 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 4.6 (86 reviews) | 3.3 miles south |
| Crescent OrthodonticsRochdale | 4.4 (104 reviews) | 3.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OL2
The nearest practice to OL2 is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 59 practices, and within 20 there are 180.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oldham Orthodontics (3.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around OL2 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around OL2 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
OL2 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,083 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,865 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy — 0.5 miles The Crompton House Church of England Academy — 0.6 miles E-ACT the Oldham Academy North — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 13 schools, about 16,926 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 — 2 miles Deeplish Dental Practice, Rochdale — 3 miles Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 59 within 10 miles, 180 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OL1, OL16, OL4, OL8, OL9, SK2, OL15, OL11 |
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 OL2 area
People searching from OL2 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 OL2 is Luzley Brook.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL2 is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (2.2 miles) and Deeplish Dental Practice (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL2?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of OL2, 59 practices within 10 miles and 180 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL2?
The nearest practice to OL2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 2.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Oldham Orthodontics (3.3 miles) and Crescent Orthodontics (3.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL2 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL2 include Luzley Brook, High Crompton, Cowlishaw, Shaw Edge, Shaw Side, Royton, Lower Rushcroft and Low Crompton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Luzley Brook, Borough of Oldham, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near OL2?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.