Orthodontic practices near CA22
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of CA22; 3 practices within 20. The closest is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, 11.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 11.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSCockermouth | 14.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 16.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (839 reviews) |
| Oxford Place DentalBarrow in Furness | 27.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | CrownsBarrow in Furness | 28.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (1,932 reviews) |
| Teckkam Dental CareBarrow in Furness | 28.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (245 reviews) |
| Kings OrthodonticsBarrow in Furness | 28.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (47 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA22 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Workington, 11.4 miles north; the next are Cockermouth (14.4 miles north-east) and Maryport (16.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Workington | 1 | 11.4 miles north |
| Cockermouth | 1 | 14.4 miles north-east |
| Maryport | 1 | 16.2 miles north |
| Barrow in Furness | 4 | 27.5 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CA22
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alauna Dental Care Maryport (4.8 from 839 reviews), 16.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 4.8 (839 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeWorkington | 4.8 (20 reviews) | 11.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CA22
The nearest practice to CA22 is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, 11.4 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 3 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 3 of the practices around CA22 list clear aligners, the nearest 11.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CA22 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, 11.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA22 to St Michael's Dental Practice is roughly 25 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 300 to 590 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £265 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 21.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA22 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,517 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 433 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | West Lakes Academy — 0.3 miles The Whitehaven Academy — 4.2 miles St Benedict's Catholic High School — 4.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,017 pupils (DfE) |
| 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 | St Michael's Dental Practice, Workington — 11 miles DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 14 miles Alauna Dental Care Maryport, Maryport — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 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 | CA24, CA21, CA25, CA23, CA27, CA28, CA26, CA20 |
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 CA22
A typical orthodontic search around CA22 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CA22 is Egremont.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA22
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA22?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA22 is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, about 11.4 miles to the north. The next closest are DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (14.4 miles) and Alauna Dental Care Maryport (16.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA22?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA22, 0 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Workington, 11.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA22?
The nearest practice to CA22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Michael's Dental Practice in Workington, about 11.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS (14.4 miles) and Oxford Place Dental (27.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA22 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA22 include Egremont, Bigrigg, Cleator, Beckermet, Saint Bridget Beckermet and Saint John Beckermet.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA22 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Egremont, Cumbria, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near CA22?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.