Orthodontic practices near L40
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of L40, 29 practices within 10 and 143 practices within 20. The closest is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, 2.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRKOrmskirk | 2.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cottage Dental PracticeOrmskirk | 3.0 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (625 reviews) |
| Apex OrthoWesthead | 3.3 miles south | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALESkelmersdale | 4.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 6.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Secrets Dental & Medical CentreSouthport | 7.1 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (145 reviews) |
| Hoghton Street Dental PracticeSouthport | 7.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (378 reviews) |
| Southport OrthodonticsSouthport | 7.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L40 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ormskirk, 2.9 miles south-west; the next are Westhead (3.3 miles south) and Skelmersdale (4.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk | 2 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Westhead | 1 | 3.3 miles south |
| Skelmersdale | 2 | 4.6 miles south-east |
| Southport | 3 | 7.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of L40
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), 3.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottage Dental PracticeOrmskirk | 4.9 (625 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 6.2 miles south-east |
| Hoghton Street Dental PracticeSouthport | 4.8 (378 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-west |
| Secrets Dental & Medical CentreSouthport | 4.8 (145 reviews) | 7.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from L40
The nearest practice to L40 is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 29 practices, and within 20 there are 143.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Cottage Dental Practice (3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around L40 list clear aligners, the nearest 3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around L40 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 12 miles away.
L40 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,616 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 791 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 | Preston Dental School, Preston — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Burscough Priory Academy — 0.2 miles Ormskirk School — 2.8 miles Maharishi Free School — 3.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,898 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, Ormskirk — 3 miles Apex Ortho, Westhead — 3 miles BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE, Skelmersdale — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 29 within 10 miles, 143 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L39, WN8, L33, L31, L32, PR26, PR9, PR4 |
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 L40 area
Patients in the L40 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 L40 is Burscough.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L40
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L40?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L40 is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, about 2.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Cottage Dental Practice (3.0 miles) and Apex Ortho (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L40?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of L40, 29 practices within 10 miles and 143 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L40?
The nearest practice to L40 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, about 2.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE (4.6 miles) and St. Raphael's Dental Practice (6.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the L40 postcode district?
Places in or next to L40 include Burscough, New Lane, Tarlscough, Ring o' Bells, Lathom, Burscough Industrial Estate, Hoscar and Rufford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L40 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Burscough, Lancashire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near L40?
Yes, patients around Burscough, Lancashire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.