Orthodontic practices near OL9
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of OL9, 72 practices within 10 and 188 practices within 20. The closest is Good Dentist in Chadderton, 1.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good DentistChadderton | 1.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (49 reviews) |
| Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical ClinicChadderton | 1.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.1 (219 reviews) |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (86 reviews) |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (106 reviews) |
| SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETONMiddleton | 2.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (407 reviews) |
| Blackley Dental PracticeCrumpsall | 3.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (208 reviews) |
| Ashton Primary Care CentreAshton-under-Lyne | 4.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.0 (83 reviews) |
| Links OrthodonticsAshton-under-Lyne | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 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 OL9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chadderton, 1.3 miles south; the next are Middleton (2.8 miles west) and Crumpsall (3.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chadderton | 4 | 1.3 miles south |
| Middleton | 1 | 2.8 miles west |
| Crumpsall | 1 | 3.7 miles west |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | 2 | 4.1 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 OL9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETON (4.8 from 407 reviews), 2.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETONMiddleton | 4.8 (407 reviews) | 2.8 miles west |
| The Tooth Place Dental SurgeryChadderton | 4.6 (106 reviews) | 1.5 miles east |
| Oldham OrthodonticsChadderton | 4.6 (86 reviews) | 1.4 miles south-east |
| Good DentistChadderton | 4.6 (49 reviews) | 1.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from OL9
OL9 is 1.3 miles from Good Dentist in Chadderton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 72 practices, and within 20 there are 188.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Oldham Orthodontics (1.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around OL9 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 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 OL9 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oldham Orthodontics in Chadderton, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 6 miles away.
OL9 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 | 23.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 12,225 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.9% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,675 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Saint John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy — 0.3 miles The Radclyffe School — 0.6 miles The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 15 schools, about 19,631 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 | Good Dentist, Chadderton — 1 miles SimplyOne Dental MIDDLETON, Middleton — 3 miles Blackley Dental Practice, Crumpsall — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 72 within 10 miles, 188 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | OL8, OL1, OL2, M24, M43, M40, OL7, M11 |
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 OL9
Patients in the OL9 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for OL9 is Alder Root.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near OL9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to OL9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to OL9 is Good Dentist in Chadderton, about 1.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Ascroft Medical - Dental & Medical Clinic (1.4 miles) and Oldham Orthodontics (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near OL9?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of OL9, 72 practices within 10 miles and 188 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near OL9?
The nearest practice to OL9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oldham Orthodontics in Chadderton, about 1.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include The Tooth Place Dental Surgery (1.5 miles) and Blackley Dental Practice (3.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the OL9 postcode district?
Places in or next to OL9 include Alder Root, Chadderton, Stock Brook, Thatch Leach, Butler Green, Nimble Nook, North Moor and Burnley Brow.
How do I find an orthodontist near the OL9 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Alder Root, Borough of Oldham, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near OL9?
Yes, patients around Alder Root, Borough of Oldham can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.