Orthodontic practices near PR3
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of PR3, 16 practices within 10 and 69 practices within 20. The closest is AJM Dental Group in Preston, 4.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 4.9 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (61 reviews) |
| Sharoe Green Dental PracticePreston | 5.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (557 reviews) |
| Lifestyle Dental and Implant ClinicPreston | 5.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (121 reviews) |
| Grimsargh Smile ClinicLongridge | 5.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (151 reviews) |
| PerfectalignPreston | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (29 reviews) |
| THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEPreston | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| XO DentalPreston | 6.2 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (290 reviews) |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 6.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (163 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PR3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Preston, 4.9 miles south; the next are Longridge (5.8 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 PR3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is AJM Dental Group in Preston (5.0 from 61 reviews), 4.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AJM Dental GroupPreston | 5.0 (61 reviews) | 4.9 miles south |
| XO DentalPreston | 4.9 (290 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 4.9 (163 reviews) | 6.6 miles south |
| Lifestyle Dental and Implant ClinicPreston | 4.9 (121 reviews) | 5.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PR3
PR3 is 4.9 miles from AJM Dental Group in Preston, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 69.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Lifestyle Dental and Implant Clinic (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around PR3 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.2 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 PR3 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sharoe Green Dental Practice in Preston, 5.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 7 miles away.
PR3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wyre |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,986 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 15.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 68 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Garstang Community Academy — 2.5 miles Broughton High School — 4.0 miles Longridge High School — 5.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 750 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | AJM Dental Group, Preston — 5 miles Grimsargh Smile Clinic, Longridge — 6 miles Lancashire Smiles Dental Practice, Kirkham — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 69 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PR11, PR2, PR1, PR0, PR5, PR4, PR25, PR26 |
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 PR3
People searching from PR3 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 PR3 is Matshead.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PR3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PR3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PR3 is AJM Dental Group in Preston, about 4.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Sharoe Green Dental Practice (5.2 miles) and Lifestyle Dental and Implant Clinic (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PR3?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of PR3, 16 practices within 10 miles and 69 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PR3?
The nearest practice to PR3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sharoe Green Dental Practice in Preston, about 5.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Perfectalign (6.2 miles) and THE BEECHES ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (6.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the PR3 postcode district?
Places in or next to PR3 include Matshead, Bilsborrow, Inglewhite, Calder Vale, Catterall, Myerscough, Bruna Hill and Bowgreave.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PR3 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Matshead, Lancashire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.