Orthodontic practices near ST6
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of ST6, 24 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem in Tunstall, 1.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synergy Dental - Dentist in BurslemTunstall | 1.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 1.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (62 reviews) |
| Kidsgrove Dental & Implant Centre | Dentist Stoke-on-TrentKidsgrove | 2.9 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (193 reviews) |
| Stoneyfields Dental PracticeBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3.1 miles south | – | – | – | 3.4 (18 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 3.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| The CliniqueStoke-on-Trent | 3.2 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental & Implant ClinicBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 3.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (278 reviews) |
| Hanover Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (237 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to ST6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Tunstall, 1.1 miles south-west; the next are Stoke-on-Trent (1.9 miles south-east) and Kidsgrove (2.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Tunstall | 1 | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 4 | 1.9 miles south-east |
| Kidsgrove | 1 | 2.9 miles north-west |
| Basford, Stoke-on-Trent | 2 | 3.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of ST6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem in Tunstall (4.9 from 134 reviews), 1.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Synergy Dental - Dentist in BurslemTunstall | 4.9 (134 reviews) | 1.1 miles south-west |
| Newcastle Dental & Implant ClinicBasford, Stoke-on-Trent | 4.8 (278 reviews) | 3.3 miles south |
| Kidsgrove Dental & Implant Centre | Dentist Stoke-on-TrentKidsgrove | 4.7 (193 reviews) | 2.9 miles north-west |
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 4.4 (62 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from ST6
The nearest practice to ST6 is Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem in Tunstall, 1.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 24 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem (1.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around ST6 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around ST6 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, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 28 miles away.
ST6 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,241 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.5% aged 16 to 24 and 29.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,825 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 28 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Haywood Academy — 0.2 miles St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy — 0.6 miles Co-op Academy Stoke-On-Trent — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 9,076 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 | Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem, Tunstall — 1 miles Stoke Orthodontic Services, Stoke-on-Trent — 2 miles Kidsgrove Dental & Implant Centre | Dentist Stoke-on-Trent, Kidsgrove — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 57 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | ST1, ST8, ST2, ST4, ST5, ST55, ST7, ST9 |
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 ST6
Most ST6 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 ST6 is Bradeley.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near ST6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to ST6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to ST6 is Synergy Dental - Dentist in Burslem in Tunstall, about 1.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Stoke Orthodontic Services (1.9 miles) and Kidsgrove Dental & Implant Centre | Dentist Stoke-on-Trent (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near ST6?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of ST6, 24 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near ST6?
The nearest practice to ST6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, about 1.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Shelton Dental Centre (3.1 miles) and Hanover Dental Practice (3.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the ST6 postcode district?
Places in or next to ST6 include Bradeley, Great Chell, Chell Heath, Fegg Hayes, Little Chell, Pitts Hill, Turnhurst and Tunstall.
How do I find an orthodontist near the ST6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Bradeley, Stoke-on-Trent, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.