Orthodontic practices near ST12
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of ST12, 18 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, 0.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthodontists Stoke on TrentBarlaston | 0.3 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Regency House Dental PracticeStone | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (127 reviews) |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 3.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 4.0 miles north | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 4.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barlaston, 0.3 miles south; the next are Stone (3.1 miles south) and Stoke-on-Trent (3.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barlaston | 1 | 0.3 miles south |
| Stone | 1 | 3.1 miles south |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 5 | 3.2 miles north |
| Longton | 1 | 3.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ST12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ashlow Orthodontic Practice in Stoke-on-Trent (4.9 from 407 reviews), 4.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 4.5 miles north |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 3.2 miles north |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (507 reviews) | 4.1 miles north |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (29 reviews) | 4.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ST12
ST12 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Grosvenor Dental Practice (3.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashlow Orthodontic Practice (4.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around ST12 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ST12 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, 3.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 34 miles away.
ST12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stafford |
| 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 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,445 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 | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 249 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ormiston Sir Stanley Matthews Academy — 1.9 miles Trentham Academy — 1.9 miles Christ Church Academy — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,355 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Orthodontists Stoke on Trent, Barlaston — under a mile Regency House Dental Practice, Stone — 3 miles Grosvenor Dental Practice, Stoke-on-Trent — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 45 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST4, ST15, ST3, ST1, ST2, ST55, ST5, ST11 |
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 ST12
Patients in the ST12 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for ST12 is Barlaston.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST12 is Orthodontists Stoke on Trent in Barlaston, about 0.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Regency House Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and Grosvenor Dental Practice (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST12?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of ST12, 18 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST12?
The nearest practice to ST12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Regency House Dental Practice in Stone, about 3.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Longton Dental Centre (3.3 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (4.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST12 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST12 include Barlaston, Tittensor, Meaford, Trentham, Beechcliff, Blurton, Hanford and Stone.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST12 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Barlaston, Staffordshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.