Orthodontic practices near OL4
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of OL4, 60 practices within 10 and 178 practices within 20. The closest is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 1.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 1.6 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 2.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 2.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 2.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (30 reviews) |
| Good DentistChadderton | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (49 reviews) |
| Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 3.7 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 OL4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 1.5 miles west; the next are Mossley (1.8 miles south-east) and Ashton-under-Lyne (2.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 4 | 1.5 miles west |
| Mossley | 2 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 2 | 2.0 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 OL4
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), 2.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 2.2 miles south-east |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 4.9 (260 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 4.6 (106 reviews) | 1.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OL4
OL4 is 1.5 miles from The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 60 practices, and within 20 there are 178.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oldham Orthodontics (2.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around OL4 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 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 OL4 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
OL4 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 | 17.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,072 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 32.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,981 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Co-op Academy Strinesdale — 0.5 miles Oasis Academy Leesbrook — 0.6 miles The Blue Coat CofE School — 1.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 12,493 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 Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare, Mossley — 2 miles Mossley Dental Care, Ashton-under-Lyne — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 60 within 10 miles, 178 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OL1, OL5, OL8, OL2, OL6, SK15, OL7, OL3 |
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 OL4
Patients in the OL4 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 OL4 is County End.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL4 is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 1.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (1.6 miles) and Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL4?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of OL4, 60 practices within 10 miles and 178 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL4?
The nearest practice to OL4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Tooth Place Dental Surgery in Chadderton, about 1.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare (1.8 miles) and Oldham Orthodontics (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL4 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL4 include County End, Lees, Leesfield, Sun Hill, Taylor Green, Leesbrook, Cross Bank and Greenacres Fold.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL4 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for County End, Borough of Oldham, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near OL4 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.