Orthodontic practices near OL5
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of OL5, 51 practices within 10 and 165 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants in Mossley, 0.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 0.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (30 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 0.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 0.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (491 reviews) |
| STALY Dental - StalybridgeStalybridge | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 2.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
| Northern OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (154 reviews) |
| Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 2.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (25 reviews) |
| Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne | 3.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (83 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OL5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Mossley, 0.2 miles west; the next are Ashton-under-Lyne (0.3 miles west) and Stalybridge (2.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mossley | 2 | 0.2 miles west |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 5 | 0.3 miles west |
| Stalybridge | 1 | 2.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of OL5
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), 0.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & ImplantsMossley | 5.0 (30 reviews) | 0.2 miles west |
| Apollonia House Dental & HealthcareMossley | 4.9 (491 reviews) | 0.9 miles north |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 4.9 (260 reviews) | 0.3 miles west |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 4.9 (225 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OL5
OL5 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants in Mossley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 51 practices, and within 20 there are 165.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Eagle House Dental (2.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around OL5 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 OL5 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 9 miles away.
OL5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Tameside |
| 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 | 18.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,754 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 35.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,333 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Mossley Hollins High School — 0.4 miles St Damian's RC Science College — 1.7 miles Dixons Ashton Academy — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 6,603 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 106 schools, 37,051 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants, Mossley — under a mile Mossley Dental Care, Ashton-under-Lyne — under a mile STALY Dental - Stalybridge, Stalybridge — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 51 within 10 miles, 165 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SK15, OL4, OL3, OL6, SK16, SK14, OL7, OL1 |
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 OL5
Most OL5 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 OL5 is Mossley Brow.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL5 is Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants in Mossley, about 0.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Mossley Dental Care (0.3 miles) and Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL5?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of OL5, 51 practices within 10 miles and 165 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL5?
The nearest practice to OL5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Apollonia House Dental & Healthcare in Mossley, about 0.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include STALY Dental - Stalybridge (2.5 miles) and Northern Orthodontics (2.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL5 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL5 include Mossley Brow, Quickwood, Roughtown, Bottoms, Micklehurst, Mossley, Brook Bottom and Sandbed.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Mossley Brow, Borough of Tameside, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.