Orthodontic practices near SK23
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of SK23; 20 practices within 10 and 113 practices within 20. The closest is North West Orthodontics in Marple, 6.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North West OrthodonticsMarple | 6.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| The Bridge Dental CareMarple | 6.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (133 reviews) |
| Stockport OrthodonticsStockport | 7.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
| Bollington Dental PracticeMacclesfield | 7.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (113 reviews) |
| Fence House DentalMacclesfield | 8.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (83 reviews) |
| Dr. Reham MoawadMacclesfield | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Waters Green Dental and Implant ClinicMacclesfield | 8.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (47 reviews) |
| Visage Dental PrestburyPrestbury | 8.7 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (96 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SK23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Marple, 6.6 miles north-west; the next are Stockport (7.3 miles west) and Macclesfield (7.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Marple | 2 | 6.6 miles north-west |
| Stockport | 1 | 7.3 miles west |
| Macclesfield | 4 | 7.6 miles west |
| Prestbury | 1 | 8.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SK23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Bridge Dental Care in Marple (5.0 from 133 reviews), 6.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Dental CareMarple | 5.0 (133 reviews) | 6.6 miles north-west |
| Bollington Dental PracticeMacclesfield | 5.0 (113 reviews) | 7.6 miles west |
| Fence House DentalMacclesfield | 5.0 (83 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Waters Green Dental and Implant ClinicMacclesfield | 5.0 (47 reviews) | 8.6 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 SK23
The nearest practice to SK23 is North West Orthodontics in Marple, 6.6 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 113.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bollington Dental Practice (7.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around SK23 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 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 SK23 are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stockport Orthodontics, 7.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SK23 to North West Orthodontics is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SK23 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | High Peak |
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,007 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 | 6.5% aged 16 to 24 and 26.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 183 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chapel-en-le-Frith High School — 1.3 miles New Mills School — 3.3 miles St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy — 4.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 941 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | North West Orthodontics, Marple — 7 miles Stockport Orthodontics, Stockport — 7 miles Bollington Dental Practice, Macclesfield — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 within 10 miles, 113 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SK22, SK17, SK13, SK12, SK6, SK14, SK15, SK10 |
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.
Teeth straightening near SK23
People searching from SK23 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 SK23 is Tunstead Milton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SK23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SK23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SK23 is North West Orthodontics in Marple, about 6.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Bridge Dental Care (6.6 miles) and Stockport Orthodontics (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SK23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SK23, 20 practices within 10 miles and 113 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Marple, 6.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SK23?
The nearest practice to SK23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stockport Orthodontics, about 7.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Bollington Dental Practice (7.6 miles) and Fence House Dental (8.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the SK23 postcode district?
Places in or next to SK23 include Tunstead Milton, Cockyard, Leaden Knowl, Chinley, Whitehough, Higher Crossings, Lower Crossings and Buxworth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SK23 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Tunstead Milton, Derbyshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near SK23 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.