Orthodontic practices near WN3
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of WN3, 43 practices within 10 and 208 practices within 20. The closest is WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 1.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTREWigan | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Wigan OrthodonticWigan | 1.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.1 (52 reviews) |
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 1.4 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 1.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (85 reviews) |
| Claremont Dental SurgeryWigan | 1.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (5 reviews) |
| Talking Teeth Dental Practice | Wigan & SalfordWigan | 1.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (31 reviews) |
| Ashton Dental & Implant CentreAshton in Makerfield | 2.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (26 reviews) |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (136 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WN3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wigan, 1.2 miles north-east; the next are Ashton in Makerfield (2.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wigan | 6 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Ashton in Makerfield | 2 | 2.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WN3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pemberton Dental Practice in Wigan (5.0 from 401 reviews), 1.4 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 1.4 miles west |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 2.9 miles south |
| Ashton Dental & Implant CentreAshton in Makerfield | 4.5 (26 reviews) | 2.8 miles south |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 4.2 (85 reviews) | 1.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WN3
The nearest practice to WN3 is WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 208.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Boutique Dental 23 (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around WN3 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 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 WN3 are commissioned by NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 1.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 16 miles away.
WN3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wigan |
| NHS dental services | NHS Greater Manchester 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 | 23.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,535 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 | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 31.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,814 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hawkley Hall High School — 0.6 miles The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College — 1.4 miles Dean Trust Wigan — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 7,814 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 137 schools, 48,586 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Wigan — 1 miles Ashton Dental & Implant Centre, Ashton in Makerfield — 3 miles St. Raphael's Dental Practice, Skelmersdale — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 208 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WN1, WN4, WN5, WN6, WN2, WA12, WA11, WA9 |
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 WN3
People searching from WN3 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 WN3 is Worsley Mesnes.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WN3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WN3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WN3 is WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Wigan Orthodontic (1.3 miles) and Pemberton Dental Practice (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WN3?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of WN3, 43 practices within 10 miles and 208 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WN3?
The nearest practice to WN3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Market Street Dental Practice (1.4 miles) and Boutique Dental 23 (2.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the WN3 postcode district?
Places in or next to WN3 include Worsley Mesnes, Poolstock, Wigan, Land Gate, Wallgate, Bull Hey, Laithwaite and Pemberton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WN3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Worsley Mesnes, Borough of Wigan, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near WN3 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.