Orthodontic practices near L6
On our practice register: 30 practices within 5 miles of L6, 49 practices within 10 and 104 practices within 20. The closest is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, 0.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool University Dental HospitalLiverpool | 0.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (152 reviews) |
| Liverpool Smile StudioLiverpool | 1.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (330 reviews) |
| The Dental HouseOld Swan | 1.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (2,413 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeToxteth | 1.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| Dr Rez DentalLiverpool | 1.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (447 reviews) |
| Pall Mall Dental Clinic LtdLiverpool | 1.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (300 reviews) |
| The Liverpool Brace PlaceLiverpool | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (157 reviews) |
| Ollie and DarshLiverpool | 1.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (663 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Liverpool, 0.9 miles south-west; the next are Old Swan (1.6 miles east) and Toxteth (1.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 6 | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Old Swan | 1 | 1.6 miles east |
| Toxteth | 1 | 1.6 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 L6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Rez Dental in Liverpool (5.0 from 447 reviews), 1.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Rez DentalLiverpool | 5.0 (447 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-west |
| Pall Mall Dental Clinic LtdLiverpool | 5.0 (300 reviews) | 1.7 miles west |
| The Dental HouseOld Swan | 4.8 (2,413 reviews) | 1.6 miles east |
| Ollie and DarshLiverpool | 4.8 (663 reviews) | 1.8 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 L6
L6 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Liverpool University Dental Hospital is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 49 practices, and within 20 there are 104.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Liverpool Smile Studio (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental House (1.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around L6 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 L6 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Dental House in Old Swan, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, under a mile away.
L6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Liverpool |
| 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 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,513 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.8% aged 16 to 24 and 35.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 59.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7,142 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — under a mile |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Academy of St Francis of Assisi — 0.3 miles North Liverpool Academy — 0.8 miles West Derby School — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 28 schools, about 26,541 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 187 schools, 79,118 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — under a mile The Dental House, Old Swan — 2 miles The Orthodontic Practice, Toxteth — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 49 within 10 miles, 104 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L7, L70, L4, L5, L71, L13, L8, L67 |
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 L6
Most L6 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 L6 is Kensington.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L6 is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, about 0.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Liverpool Smile Studio (1.6 miles) and The Dental House (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L6?
Our register has 30 practices within 5 miles of L6, 49 practices within 10 miles and 104 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L6?
The nearest practice to L6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Dental House in Old Swan, about 1.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include The Orthodontic Practice (1.6 miles) and Pall Mall Dental Clinic Ltd (1.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the L6 postcode district?
Places in or next to L6 include Kensington, Clubmoor, Tuebrook, Liverpool, Princes Park, Kirkdale, Toxteth and Wavertree.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L6 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Kensington, Liverpool, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near L6?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Kensington, Liverpool 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.