Orthodontic practices near ST2
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of ST2, 23 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, 1.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (62 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 2.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 2.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 2.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Synergy Dental - Dentist in BurslemTunstall | 3.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 3.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
| Stoneyfields Dental PracticeBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3.3 miles west | – | – | – | 3.4 (18 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Stoke-on-Trent, 1.5 miles west; the next are Longton (2.6 miles south) and Tunstall (3.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke-on-Trent | 5 | 1.5 miles west |
| Longton | 1 | 2.6 miles south |
| Tunstall | 1 | 3.0 miles west |
| Basford, Stoke-on-Trent | 1 | 3.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ST2
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), 3.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-west |
| Synergy Dental - Dentist in BurslemTunstall | 4.9 (134 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (507 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-west |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (29 reviews) | 2.7 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 ST2
ST2 is 1.5 miles from Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 23 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Stoke Orthodontic Services (1.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem (3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around ST2 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 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 ST2 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 30 miles away.
ST2 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Stoke-on-Trent |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 25.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,232 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,772 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Birches Head Academy — 1.0 miles The Excel Academy — 1.6 miles Discovery Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,527 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 112 schools, 41,809 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 18.8% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Stoke Orthodontic Services, Stoke-on-Trent — 2 miles Longton Dental Centre, Longton — 3 miles Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem, Tunstall — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 23 within 10 miles, 50 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST1, ST9, ST3, ST4, ST6, ST12, ST8, 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.
Orthodontic research around ST2
People searching from ST2 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 ST2 is Abbey Hulton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST2 is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, about 1.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Shelton Dental Centre (2.3 miles) and Longton Dental Centre (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST2?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of ST2, 23 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST2?
The nearest practice to ST2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, about 1.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Shelton Dental Centre (2.3 miles) and Longton Dental Centre (2.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST2 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST2 include Abbey Hulton, Carmountside, Baddeley Edge, Bentilee, Ubberley, Ash Bank, Light Oaks and Birches Head.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST2 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Abbey Hulton, Stoke-on-Trent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near ST2?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.