Orthodontic practices near L72
On our practice register: 20 practices within 5 miles of L72, 46 practices within 10 and 111 practices within 20. The closest is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, 1.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICELiverpool | 1.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 1.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (147 reviews) |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 1.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.5 (15 reviews) |
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 1.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (101 reviews) |
| Thornton DentalInce Blundell | 2.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (46 reviews) |
| The Dental PracticeMaghull | 2.5 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Crosby DentalBootle | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (67 reviews) |
| Liverpool University Dental HospitalLiverpool | 4.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (152 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L72 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Liverpool, 1.1 miles north-east; the next are Maghull (1.1 miles north-east) and Bootle (1.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 2 | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Maghull | 3 | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Bootle | 2 | 1.8 miles west |
| Ince Blundell | 1 | 2.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of L72
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Northway Dental Practice in Maghull (4.9 from 101 reviews), 1.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northway Dental PracticeMaghull | 4.9 (101 reviews) | 1.9 miles north-east |
| Saving FacesMaghull | 4.7 (147 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-east |
| Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk BoltonBootle | 4.5 (15 reviews) | 1.8 miles west |
| Crosby DentalBootle | 4.3 (67 reviews) | 2.6 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 L72
The nearest practice to L72 is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, 1.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 46 practices, and within 20 there are 111.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Saving Faces (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around L72 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 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 L72 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 4 miles away.
L72 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,443 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.4% aged 16 to 24 and 32.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,794 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco — 0.4 miles Litherland High School — 0.8 miles King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 13,973 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 | TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Liverpool — 1 miles Saving Faces, Maghull — 1 miles Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk Bolton, Bootle — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 46 within 10 miles, 111 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L80, L68, L30, L9, L20, L21, L67, L75 |
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.
Teeth straightening near L72
Most L72 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 L72 is Warbreck Park.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L72
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L72?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L72 is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, about 1.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Saving Faces (1.1 miles) and Bennison Dental - Tooth Talk Bolton (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L72?
Our register has 20 practices within 5 miles of L72, 46 practices within 10 miles and 111 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L72?
The nearest practice to L72 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Liverpool, about 1.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Northway Dental Practice (1.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the L72 postcode district?
Places in or next to L72 include Warbreck Park, Orrell Park, Aintree, Hartley's Village, Litherland, Fazakerley, Kirkdale and Norris Green.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L72 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Warbreck Park, Liverpool, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near L72?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.