Orthodontic practices near L31
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of L31, 45 practices within 10 and 111 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Practice in Maghull, 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental PracticeMaghull | 0.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICELiverpool | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 1.9 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (147 reviews) |
| Thornton DentalInce Blundell | 3.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (46 reviews) |
| Crosby DentalBootle | 3.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.3 (67 reviews) |
| Cottage Dental PracticeOrmskirk | 4.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (625 reviews) |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 4.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (15 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L31 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Maghull, 0.5 miles south-west; the next are Liverpool (1.9 miles south) and Ince Blundell (3.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Maghull | 3 | 0.5 miles south-west |
| Liverpool | 1 | 1.9 miles south |
| Ince Blundell | 1 | 3.0 miles west |
| Bootle | 2 | 3.8 miles west |
| Ormskirk | 1 | 4.3 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 L31
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cottage Dental Practice in Ormskirk (4.9 from 625 reviews), 4.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottage Dental PracticeOrmskirk | 4.9 (625 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-east |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.9 (101 reviews) | 1.0 miles south |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 4.7 (147 reviews) | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 4.5 (15 reviews) | 4.4 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 L31
L31 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: The Dental Practice in Maghull is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 45 practices, and within 20 there are 111.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Northway Dental Practice (1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around L31 list clear aligners, the nearest 1 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 L31 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Northway Dental Practice in Maghull, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 7 miles away.
L31 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,881 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 25.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,161 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Deyes High School — 0.1 miles Maricourt Catholic High School — 0.4 miles Maghull High School — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,655 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Dental Practice, Maghull — under a mile TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Liverpool — 2 miles Thornton Dental, Ince Blundell — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 45 within 10 miles, 111 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L10, L30, L68, L29, L72, L80, L9, L32 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the L31 area
A typical orthodontic search around L31 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for L31 is Maghull.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L31 is The Dental Practice in Maghull, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Northway Dental Practice (1.0 miles) and TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L31?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of L31, 45 practices within 10 miles and 111 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L31?
The nearest practice to L31 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Northway Dental Practice in Maghull, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the L31 postcode district?
Places in or next to L31 include Maghull, Lydiate, Aughton, Sefton, Melling Mount, Bowker's Green, Lunt and Downholland Cross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L31 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Maghull, Sefton, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.