Orthodontic practices near OL8
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of OL8, 76 practices within 10 and 183 practices within 20. The closest is Oldham Orthodontics in Chadderton, 0.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 0.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| Good DentistChadderton | 0.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (49 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 1.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne | 2.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.0 (83 reviews) |
| Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 2.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (25 reviews) |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 2.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (225 reviews) |
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 2.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to OL8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 0.1 miles south-west; the next are Ashton-under-Lyne (2.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 4 | 0.1 miles south-west |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 4 | 2.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of OL8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mossley Dental Care in Ashton-under-Lyne (4.9 from 260 reviews), 2.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mossley Dental CareAshton-under-Lyne | 4.9 (260 reviews) | 2.9 miles east |
| Eagle House DentalAshton-under-Lyne | 4.9 (225 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-east |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 4.6 (106 reviews) | 1.2 miles north |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 4.6 (86 reviews) | 0.1 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 OL8
The nearest practice to OL8 is Oldham Orthodontics 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 76 practices, and within 20 there are 183.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Oldham Orthodontics (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around OL8 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 OL8 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oldham Orthodontics in Chadderton, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 6 miles away.
OL8 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 | 31.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 12,099 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.4% aged 16 to 24 and 35.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 32.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,557 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Hathershaw College — 0.3 miles Oasis Academy Oldham — 0.7 miles The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 18 schools, about 22,514 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 | Oldham Orthodontics, Chadderton — under a mile Ashton Primary Care Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne — 3 miles Dr Qasim Hussain Orthodontics & Implants, Mossley — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 76 within 10 miles, 183 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OL1, OL9, OL7, OL6, OL4, OL2, M43, SK16 |
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 OL8 area
Patients in the OL8 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 OL8 is Primrose Bank.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL8 is Oldham Orthodontics in Chadderton, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Good Dentist (0.8 miles) and Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL8?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of OL8, 76 practices within 10 miles and 183 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL8?
The nearest practice to OL8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oldham Orthodontics in Chadderton, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (1.2 miles) and Links Orthodontics (2.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL8 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL8 include Primrose Bank, Copster Hill, Moss Grove, Hathershaw, Fitton Hill, Hollinwood, Bank Top and Frank Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Primrose Bank, Borough of Oldham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near OL8?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.