Orthodontic practices near L39
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of L39, 25 practices within 10 and 137 practices within 20. The closest is Cottage Dental Practice in Ormskirk, 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Dental PracticeOrmskirk | 0.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (625 reviews) |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRKOrmskirk | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Apex OrthoWesthead | 2.6 miles east | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALESkelmersdale | 5.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICELiverpool | 5.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 5.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (147 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L39 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ormskirk, 0.7 miles north-east; the next are Westhead (2.6 miles east) and Maghull (4.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk | 2 | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Westhead | 1 | 2.6 miles east |
| Maghull | 3 | 4.2 miles south-west |
| Skelmersdale | 1 | 5.1 miles east |
| Liverpool | 1 | 5.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of L39
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), 0.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottage Dental PracticeOrmskirk | 4.9 (625 reviews) | 0.7 miles north-east |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.9 (101 reviews) | 4.7 miles south-west |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 4.7 (147 reviews) | 5.6 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 L39
The nearest practice to L39 is Cottage Dental Practice in Ormskirk, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 137.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Cottage Dental Practice (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around L39 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around L39 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 11 miles away.
L39 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Lancashire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria 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 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,690 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 27.9% aged 16 to 24 and 18.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,117 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Bede's Catholic High School — 0.2 miles Ormskirk School — 1.1 miles Burscough Priory Academy — 3.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,878 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cottage Dental Practice, Ormskirk — under a mile Apex Ortho, Westhead — 3 miles The Dental Practice, Maghull — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 137 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L31, L40, L33, L32, L10, L29, L30, L68 |
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 L39
Most L39 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 L39 is Town Green.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L39
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L39?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L39 is Cottage Dental Practice in Ormskirk, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK (0.7 miles) and Apex Ortho (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L39?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of L39, 25 practices within 10 miles and 137 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L39?
The nearest practice to L39 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Northway Dental Practice (4.7 miles) and BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE (5.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the L39 postcode district?
Places in or next to L39 include Town Green, Ormskirk, Hurlston, Aughton, Bowker's Green, Royal Oak, Scarth Hill and Pinfold.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L39 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Town Green, Lancashire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near L39?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.