Orthodontic practices near CA7
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of CA7; 15 practices within 20. The closest is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 11.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICSCockermouth | 11.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 12.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (839 reviews) |
| ANNAN DENTAL PRACTICE LTDAnnan | 12.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| 18/20 CHURCH STREETAnnan | 12.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GUNNING DENTALAnnan | 12.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and OrthodonticsCarlisle | 12.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Cumberland InfirmaryCarlisle | 12.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (370 reviews) |
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 12.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CA7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cockermouth, 11.1 miles south-west; the next are Maryport (12.3 miles south-west) and Annan (12.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cockermouth | 1 | 11.1 miles south-west |
| Maryport | 1 | 12.3 miles south-west |
| Annan | 3 | 12.4 miles north |
| Carlisle | 3 | 12.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CA7
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smileville Orthodontics in Carlisle (5.0 from 37 reviews), 12.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 12.9 miles north-east |
| Alauna Dental Care MaryportMaryport | 4.8 (839 reviews) | 12.3 miles south-west |
| Cumberland InfirmaryCarlisle | 3.6 (370 reviews) | 12.7 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 CA7
From CA7 the nearest practice is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 11.1 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. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Smileville Orthodontics (12.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around CA7 list clear aligners, the nearest 12.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CA7 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, 11.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CA7 to DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS 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 290 to 580 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £130 to £260 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 290 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CA7 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,439 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 25 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Nelson Thomlinson School — 3.5 miles Beacon Hill Community School — 4.8 miles |
| 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 | DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 11 miles Alauna Dental Care Maryport, Maryport — 12 miles ANNAN DENTAL PRACTICE LTD, Annan — 12 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, 15 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DG12, CA13, CA5, CA12, DG16, CA15, CA2, CA3 |
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 CA7
Patients in the CA7 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 CA7 is Blencogo.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CA7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CA7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CA7 is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 11.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Alauna Dental Care Maryport (12.3 miles) and ANNAN DENTAL PRACTICE LTD (12.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CA7?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CA7, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cockermouth, 11.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CA7?
The nearest practice to CA7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 11.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include ANNAN DENTAL PRACTICE LTD (12.4 miles) and 18/20 CHURCH STREET (12.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the CA7 postcode district?
Places in or next to CA7 include Blencogo, High Scales, Wheyrigg, Waverton, Bromfield, Kelsick, Crookdake and Waverbridge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CA7 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Blencogo, Cumbria, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CA7?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.