Orthodontic practices near ST3
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of ST3, 18 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Longton Dental Centre, 0.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 0.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 3.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 3.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (29 reviews) |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 3.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
| Orthodontists Stoke on TrentBarlaston | 3.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 3.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 4.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (62 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Longton, 0.9 miles north-west; the next are Stoke-on-Trent (3.1 miles north-west) and Barlaston (3.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Longton | 1 | 0.9 miles north-west |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 6 | 3.1 miles north-west |
| Barlaston | 1 | 3.4 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 ST3
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), 4.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (407 reviews) | 4.0 miles north-west |
| Grosvenor Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 4.9 (216 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (507 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-west |
| Modwena DentalStoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (29 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ST3
The nearest practice to ST3 is Longton Dental Centre, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (3.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Ashlow Orthodontic Practice (4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around ST3 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ST3 are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Longton Dental Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 34 miles away.
ST3 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 | 30.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,036 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.3% aged 16 to 24 and 33.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,491 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ormiston Meridian Academy — 0.9 miles Co-op Academy Florence MacWilliams — 0.9 miles St Thomas More Catholic Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 7,900 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 | Longton Dental Centre, Longton — under a mile Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield), Stoke-on-Trent — 3 miles Orthodontists Stoke on Trent, Barlaston — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 50 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST2, ST12, ST11, ST4, ST1, ST9, ST15, ST6 |
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 ST3
A typical orthodontic search around ST3 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for ST3 is Normacot.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST3 is Longton Dental Centre, about 0.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (3.1 miles) and Modwena Dental (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST3?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of ST3, 18 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST3?
The nearest practice to ST3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Longton Dental Centre, about 0.9 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (3.1 miles) and Shelton Dental Centre (3.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST3 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST3 include Normacot, Florence, Longton, Meir Hay, Sandford Hill, Meir Heath, Weston Coyney and Blurton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST3 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Normacot, 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 ST3?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.