Orthodontic practices near L23
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of L23, 42 practices within 10 and 98 practices within 20. The closest is Crosby Dental in Bootle, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby DentalBootle | 0.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (67 reviews) |
| Thornton DentalInce Blundell | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (46 reviews) |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 1.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (15 reviews) |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 2.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (147 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICELiverpool | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| The Dental PracticeMaghull | 3.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| WALLASEY ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEWallasey | 4.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bootle, 0.2 miles north; the next are Ince Blundell (0.9 miles north-east) and Maghull (2.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bootle | 2 | 0.2 miles north |
| Ince Blundell | 1 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Maghull | 3 | 2.7 miles east |
| Liverpool | 1 | 3.1 miles east |
| Wallasey | 1 | 4.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of L23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Northway Dental Practice in Maghull (4.9 from 101 reviews), 3.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.9 (101 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 4.7 (147 reviews) | 2.7 miles east |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 4.5 (15 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
| Crosby DentalBootle | 4.3 (67 reviews) | 0.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from L23
L23 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Crosby Dental in Bootle is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 42 practices, and within 20 there are 98.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Saving Faces (2.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around L23 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 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 L23 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, 3.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 6 miles away.
L23 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sefton |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,813 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,521 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sacred Heart Catholic Academy — 0.3 miles St Michaels Church of England Academy — 0.5 miles Chesterfield High School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 5,908 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 113 schools, 41,789 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Crosby Dental, Bootle — under a mile Thornton Dental, Ince Blundell — under a mile Saving Faces, Maghull — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 98 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L22, L21, L29, L38, L30, L20, L72, L80 |
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 L23
Patients in the L23 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 L23 is Great Crosby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L23 is Crosby Dental in Bootle, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Thornton Dental (0.9 miles) and Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk Bolton (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L23?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of L23, 42 practices within 10 miles and 98 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L23?
The nearest practice to L23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, about 3.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Northway Dental Practice (3.2 miles) and WALLASEY ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (4.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the L23 postcode district?
Places in or next to L23 include Great Crosby, Bootle, Seaforth, Waterloo, Blundellsands, Liscard, Wallasey and Seacombe.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L23 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Great Crosby, Sefton, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near L23?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.