Orthodontic practices near L36
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of L36, 56 practices within 10 and 112 practices within 20. The closest is Cromer House Dental Practice in Huyton, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromer House Dental PracticeHuyton | 0.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Hillside Dental PracticeHuyton | 0.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.6 (53 reviews) |
| Chelwood Dental PracticeChildwall | 1.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.0 (82 reviews) |
| Baycliff Dental & Implant SurgeryDeysbrook | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (549 reviews) |
| The Abbey by Duthie DentalChildwall | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (158 reviews) |
| Fiveways DentalHuyton | 2.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (88 reviews) |
| The Dental HouseOld Swan | 3.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (2,413 reviews) |
| Advance SmileMossley Hill | 3.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L36 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Huyton, 0.2 miles south; the next are Childwall (1.9 miles west) and Deysbrook (2.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Huyton | 3 | 0.2 miles south |
| Childwall | 2 | 1.9 miles west |
| Deysbrook | 1 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Old Swan | 1 | 3.0 miles west |
| Mossley Hill | 1 | 3.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of L36
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Abbey by Duthie Dental in Childwall (5.0 from 158 reviews), 2.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Abbey by Duthie DentalChildwall | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 2.4 miles south-west |
| Advance SmileMossley Hill | 4.9 (35 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-west |
| The Dental HouseOld Swan | 4.8 (2,413 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| Baycliff Dental & Implant SurgeryDeysbrook | 4.8 (549 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from L36
L36 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Cromer House Dental Practice in Huyton is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 56 practices, and within 20 there are 112.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Dental House (3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around L36 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around L36 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chelwood Dental Practice in Childwall, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 5 miles away.
L36 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Knowsley |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,974 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,187 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lord Derby Academy — 0.4 miles The Prescot School — 1.7 miles Gateacre School — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 11,471 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 62 schools, 21,717 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cromer House Dental Practice, Huyton — under a mile Chelwood Dental Practice, Childwall — 2 miles Baycliff Dental & Implant Surgery, Deysbrook — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 56 within 10 miles, 112 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L27, L28, L34, L14, L25, L16, L26, L12 |
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.
Orthodontic research around L36
People searching from L36 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 L36 is Huyton.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L36
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L36?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L36 is Cromer House Dental Practice in Huyton, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Hillside Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and Chelwood Dental Practice (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L36?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of L36, 56 practices within 10 miles and 112 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L36?
The nearest practice to L36 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chelwood Dental Practice in Childwall, about 1.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include The Abbey by Duthie Dental (2.4 miles) and The Dental House (3.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the L36 postcode district?
Places in or next to L36 include Huyton, Huyton with Roby, Longview, Huyton Park, Huyton Quarry, Page Moss, Roby and Horn Smithies.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L36 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Huyton, Knowsley, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near L36?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Huyton, Knowsley can start an assessment today.
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.