Orthodontic practices near ST10
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of ST10; 8 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Longton Dental Centre, 7.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 7.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 9.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (62 reviews) |
| Orthodontists Stoke on TrentBarlaston | 9.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 9.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 9.3 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 9.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 9.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Regency House Dental PracticeStone | 9.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (127 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Longton, 7.2 miles west; the next are Stoke-on-Trent (9.1 miles west) and Barlaston (9.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Longton | 1 | 7.2 miles west |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 5 | 9.1 miles west |
| Barlaston | 1 | 9.2 miles west |
| Stone | 1 | 9.7 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ST10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Grosvenor Dental Practice in Stoke-on-Trent (4.9 from 216 reviews), 9.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 9.7 miles west |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (507 reviews) | 9.3 miles west |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (29 reviews) | 9.3 miles west |
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 4.7 (184 reviews) | 7.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ST10
The nearest practice to ST10 is Longton Dental Centre, 7.2 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Stoke Orthodontic Services (9.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around ST10 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ST10 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Longton Dental Centre, 7.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 33 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from ST10 to Longton Dental Centre 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 190 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
ST10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Staffordshire Moorlands |
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 12.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,955 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 471 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Cheadle Academy — 1.1 miles Painsley Catholic College — 1.1 miles Blythe Bridge High School — 4.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,720 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Longton Dental Centre, Longton — 7 miles Stoke Orthodontic Services, Stoke-on-Trent — 9 miles Orthodontists Stoke on Trent, Barlaston — 9 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 | 8 within 10 miles, 48 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST11, ST13, ST14, ST9, ST3, ST2, ST15, ST18 |
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 ST10 area
Most ST10 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 ST10 is Lightwood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST10 is Longton Dental Centre, about 7.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Stoke Orthodontic Services (9.1 miles) and Orthodontists Stoke on Trent (9.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST10?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of ST10, 8 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Longton, 7.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST10?
The nearest practice to ST10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Longton Dental Centre, about 7.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Stoke Orthodontic Services (9.1 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (9.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST10 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST10 include Lightwood, Rakeway, Cheadle, Freehay, Oldfurnace, Winnothdale, Gorstyhill and Teanford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST10 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Lightwood, Staffordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near ST10?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Lightwood, Staffordshire, subject to clinical suitability.
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.