Orthodontic practices near L38
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of L38, 33 practices within 10 and 94 practices within 20. The closest is Azure Dental Clinic in Formby, 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Dental ClinicFormby | 2.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (382 reviews) |
| Crosby DentalBootle | 2.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (67 reviews) |
| Thornton DentalInce Blundell | 2.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (46 reviews) |
| The Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 4.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (15 reviews) |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 4.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (147 reviews) |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICELiverpool | 4.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L38 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Formby, 2.3 miles north; the next are Bootle (2.4 miles south-east) and Ince Blundell (2.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Formby | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
| Bootle | 2 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Ince Blundell | 1 | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Maghull | 3 | 4.3 miles east |
| Liverpool | 1 | 4.9 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 L38
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Azure Dental Clinic in Formby (4.9 from 382 reviews), 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Azure Dental ClinicFormby | 4.9 (382 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.9 (101 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 4.7 (147 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 4.5 (15 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from L38
The nearest practice to L38 is Azure Dental Clinic in Formby, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 33 practices, and within 20 there are 94.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Azure Dental Clinic (2.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around L38 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around L38 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Northway Dental Practice in Maghull, 4.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 9 miles away.
L38 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,931 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 | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 247 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Range High School — 1.9 miles St Michaels Church of England Academy — 2.0 miles Holy Family Catholic High School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 schools, about 6,000 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 | Azure Dental Clinic, Formby — 2 miles Crosby Dental, Bootle — 2 miles Thornton Dental, Ince Blundell — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 33 within 10 miles, 94 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L37, L23, L22, L29, L21, L30, L20, CH45 |
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 L38
Patients in the L38 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 L38 is Hightown.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L38
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L38?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L38 is Azure Dental Clinic in Formby, about 2.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Crosby Dental (2.4 miles) and Thornton Dental (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L38?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of L38, 33 practices within 10 miles and 94 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L38?
The nearest practice to L38 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Northway Dental Practice in Maghull, about 4.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (4.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the L38 postcode district?
Places in or next to L38 include Hightown, Ince Blundell, Little Crosby, Little Altcar, Great Altcar, Formby, Freshfield and Ainsdale.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L38 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Hightown, Sefton, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.