Orthodontic practices near CA16
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of CA16; 3 practices within 20. The closest is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, 12.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 12.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| Sandes Avenue Dental PracticeKendal | 19.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (263 reviews) |
| Kendal Dental CareKendal | 19.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle | 27.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (65 reviews) |
| York Place DentalCarlisle | 27.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (200 reviews) |
| S & J Crown & Bridge limited.Carlisle | 28.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 28.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Spedding Dental ClinicCarlisle | 28.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Penrith, 12.4 miles north-west; the next are Kendal (19.8 miles south-west) and Carlisle (27.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Penrith | 1 | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Kendal | 2 | 19.8 miles south-west |
| Carlisle | 5 | 27.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CA16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith (4.9 from 312 reviews), 12.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 4.9 (312 reviews) | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Sandes Avenue Dental PracticeKendal | 4.9 (263 reviews) | 19.8 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 CA16
From CA16 the nearest practice is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, 12.4 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 3 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: York Place Dental (27.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around CA16 list clear aligners, the nearest 19.8 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 CA16 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, 27.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA16 to Ghyllmount Dental is roughly 30 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 320 to 640 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £290 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 16.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westmorland and Furness |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,232 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 426 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Appleby Grammar School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 357 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 160 schools, 31,227 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ghyllmount Dental, Penrith — 12 miles Sandes Avenue Dental Practice, Kendal — 20 miles Eden Dental Practice, Carlisle — 27 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 3 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CA17, CA10, CA9, LA10, CA11, LA9, LA8, NE49 |
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.
Teeth straightening near CA16
People searching from CA16 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 CA16 is Appleby-in-Westmorland.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA16 is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, about 12.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Sandes Avenue Dental Practice (19.8 miles) and Kendal Dental Care (19.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA16, 0 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Penrith, 12.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA16?
The nearest practice to CA16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, about 27.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Lismore House Dental Practice (28.2 miles) and Spedding Dental Clinic (28.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA16 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA16 include Appleby-in-Westmorland, Burrells, Flakebridge, Great Ormside, Coupland, Dufton, Little Ormside and Brackenber.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near CA16?
Yes, patients around Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.