Orthodontic practices near L8
On our practice register: 26 practices within 5 miles of L8, 48 practices within 10 and 103 practices within 20. The closest is Riverside Turret Orthodontics in Toxteth, 0.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Turret OrthodonticsToxteth | 0.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.2 (19 reviews) |
| Liverpool Smile StudioLiverpool | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (330 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic PracticeToxteth | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| The Liverpool Brace PlaceLiverpool | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (157 reviews) |
| Liverpool University Dental HospitalLiverpool | 1.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.1 (152 reviews) |
| Smileworks LiverpoolLiverpool | 1.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,807 reviews) |
| Dental on BrunswickLiverpool | 1.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (32 reviews) |
| Dr Rez DentalLiverpool | 1.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (447 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to L8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Toxteth, 0.5 miles south-west; the next are Liverpool (0.8 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 L8
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), 1.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Rez DentalLiverpool | 5.0 (447 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Dental on BrunswickLiverpool | 5.0 (32 reviews) | 1.6 miles north-west |
| Smileworks LiverpoolLiverpool | 4.9 (1,807 reviews) | 1.4 miles north-west |
| Liverpool Smile StudioLiverpool | 4.8 (330 reviews) | 0.8 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 L8
L8 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Riverside Turret Orthodontics in Toxteth is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 48 practices, and within 20 there are 103.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Liverpool Smile Studio (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around L8 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 L8 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Orthodontic Practice in Toxteth, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 1 mile away.
L8 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 | 26% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,543 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.9% aged 16 to 24 and 36.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 57.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8,390 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Belvedere Academy — 0.4 miles Liverpool Life Sciences UTC — 0.7 miles The Studio School Liverpool — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 22 schools, about 21,225 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 | Riverside Turret Orthodontics, Toxteth — under a mile Liverpool Smile Studio, Liverpool — under a mile Advance Smile, Mossley Hill — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 48 within 10 miles, 103 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | L69, L70, L1, L7, L74, L17, L3, L2 |
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 L8
Most L8 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 L8 is Princes Park.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near L8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to L8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to L8 is Riverside Turret Orthodontics in Toxteth, about 0.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Liverpool Smile Studio (0.8 miles) and The Orthodontic Practice (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near L8?
Our register has 26 practices within 5 miles of L8, 48 practices within 10 miles and 103 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near L8?
The nearest practice to L8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Orthodontic Practice in Toxteth, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include The Liverpool Brace Place (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the L8 postcode district?
Places in or next to L8 include Princes Park, Toxteth, Dingle, St Michael's Hamlet, Kensington, Sefton Park, Liverpool and Fulwood Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the L8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Princes Park, Liverpool, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near L8?
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.