Orthodontic practices near CA18
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of CA18; 4 practices within 20. The closest is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, 17.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Place DentalBarrow in Furness | 17.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | CrownsBarrow in Furness | 17.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (1,932 reviews) |
| Teckkam Dental CareBarrow in Furness | 17.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (245 reviews) |
| Kings OrthodonticsBarrow in Furness | 18.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (47 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 21.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSCockermouth | 21.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 25.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (839 reviews) |
| Sandes Avenue Dental PracticeKendal | 26.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (263 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barrow in Furness, 17.2 miles south-east; the next are Workington (21.1 miles north) and Cockermouth (21.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow in Furness | 4 | 17.2 miles south-east |
| Workington | 1 | 21.1 miles north |
| Cockermouth | 1 | 21.6 miles north |
| Maryport | 1 | 25.3 miles north |
| Kendal | 1 | 26.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CA18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness (5.0 from 18 reviews), 17.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Place DentalBarrow in Furness | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 17.2 miles south-east |
| Teckkam Dental CareBarrow in Furness | 4.9 (245 reviews) | 17.7 miles south |
| Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | CrownsBarrow in Furness | 4.8 (1,932 reviews) | 17.7 miles south |
| Kings OrthodonticsBarrow in Furness | 4.7 (47 reviews) | 18.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CA18
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of CA18; the nearest is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, 17.2 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 4 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 4 of the practices around CA18 list clear aligners, the nearest 17.2 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 CA18 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, 17.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA18 to Oxford Place Dental is roughly 40 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 450 to 890 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £400 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 450 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA18 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cumberland |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,241 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 15 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Schools in council area | 177 schools, 39,502 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oxford Place Dental, Barrow in Furness — 17 miles St Michael's Dental Practice, Workington — 21 miles DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 22 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 4 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CA19, LA19, CA20, CA21, LA18, CA22, CA23, LA20 |
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 CA18
A typical orthodontic search around CA18 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 CA18 is Ravenglass.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA18 is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, about 17.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | Crowns (17.7 miles) and Teckkam Dental Care (17.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA18?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA18, 0 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Barrow in Furness, 17.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA18?
The nearest practice to CA18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, about 17.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | Crowns (17.7 miles) and St Michael's Dental Practice (21.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA18 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA18 include Ravenglass, Waberthwaite, Santon Bridge, Monk Moors, Holmrook, Corney, Hycemoor and The Nook.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA18 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ravenglass, Cumbria, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near CA18?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.