Orthodontic practices near WA16
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of WA16, 46 practices within 10 and 172 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Devesh Shelat - Cheshire Orthodontist in Knutsford, 0.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Devesh Shelat - Cheshire OrthodontistKnutsford | 0.1 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| Superior Smiles KnutsfordKnutsford | 0.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (89 reviews) |
| Crescent Dental CareAltrincham | 5.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (230 reviews) |
| Hale Courtyard DentalAltrincham | 5.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (73 reviews) |
| Hale Dental and Implant ClinicAltrincham | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (187 reviews) |
| Re-Ignite DentalAltrincham | 5.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (363 reviews) |
| Dental Aesthetica AltrinchamAltrincham | 5.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (136 reviews) |
| The Edge DentalWilmslow | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (216 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WA16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Knutsford, 0.1 miles north; the next are Altrincham (5.1 miles north) and Wilmslow (5.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Knutsford | 2 | 0.1 miles north |
| Altrincham | 5 | 5.1 miles north |
| Wilmslow | 1 | 5.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WA16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Re-Ignite Dental in Altrincham (5.0 from 363 reviews), 5.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Re-Ignite DentalAltrincham | 5.0 (363 reviews) | 5.4 miles north |
| Dental Aesthetica AltrinchamAltrincham | 5.0 (136 reviews) | 5.6 miles north |
| Hale Courtyard DentalAltrincham | 5.0 (73 reviews) | 5.3 miles north |
| Crescent Dental CareAltrincham | 4.9 (230 reviews) | 5.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WA16
The nearest practice to WA16 is Dr Devesh Shelat - Cheshire Orthodontist in Knutsford, 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 46 practices, and within 20 there are 172.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Devesh Shelat - Cheshire Orthodontist (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around WA16 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 WA16 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crescent Dental Care in Altrincham, 5.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 12 miles away.
WA16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cheshire East |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,599 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,502 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Knutsford Academy — 0.4 miles Altrincham Grammar School for Boys — 5.1 miles Saint Ambrose College — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,429 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 175 schools, 60,416 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Devesh Shelat - Cheshire Orthodontist, Knutsford — under a mile Crescent Dental Care, Altrincham — 5 miles The Edge Dental, Wilmslow — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 46 within 10 miles, 172 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WA14, WA15, CW4, M90, WA13, M33, M31, M23 |
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 WA16
People searching from WA16 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 WA16 is Knutsford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WA16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WA16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WA16 is Dr Devesh Shelat - Cheshire Orthodontist in Knutsford, about 0.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Superior Smiles Knutsford (0.4 miles) and Crescent Dental Care (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WA16?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of WA16, 46 practices within 10 miles and 172 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WA16?
The nearest practice to WA16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crescent Dental Care in Altrincham, about 5.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Hale Dental and Implant Clinic (5.3 miles) and Dental Aesthetica Altrincham (5.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WA16 postcode district?
Places in or next to WA16 include Knutsford, Cross Town, Over Knutsford, Lower Peover, Tabley, Tatton Dale, Swan Green and Rostherne.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WA16 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Knutsford, Cheshire East, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near WA16?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Knutsford, Cheshire East, 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.