Orthodontic practices near LA17
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of LA17; 4 practices within 10 and 8 practices within 20. The closest is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, 7.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Place DentalBarrow in Furness | 7.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | CrownsBarrow in Furness | 8.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (1,932 reviews) |
| Teckkam Dental CareBarrow in Furness | 8.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (245 reviews) |
| Kings OrthodonticsBarrow in Furness | 9.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (47 reviews) |
| Hest Bank Dental CareLancaster | 17.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (388 reviews) |
| Bare Dental Clinic (Private)Morecambe | 17.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (32 reviews) |
| Kendal Dental CareKendal | 18.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Sandes Avenue Dental PracticeKendal | 18.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (263 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LA17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barrow in Furness, 7.9 miles south; the next are Lancaster (17.9 miles south-east) and Morecambe (17.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow in Furness | 4 | 7.9 miles south |
| Lancaster | 1 | 17.9 miles south-east |
| Morecambe | 1 | 17.9 miles south-east |
| Kendal | 2 | 18.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of LA17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster (5.0 from 388 reviews), 17.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hest Bank Dental CareLancaster | 5.0 (388 reviews) | 17.9 miles south-east |
| Bare Dental Clinic (Private)Morecambe | 5.0 (32 reviews) | 17.9 miles south-east |
| Oxford Place DentalBarrow in Furness | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 7.9 miles south |
| Sandes Avenue Dental PracticeKendal | 4.9 (263 reviews) | 18.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LA17
From LA17 the nearest practice is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, 7.9 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 8.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hest Bank Dental Care (17.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around LA17 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LA17 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, 7.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 38 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LA17 to Oxford Place Dental is roughly 20 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 210 to 410 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £185 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LA17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westmorland and Furness |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,226 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.5% aged 16 to 24 and 23.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 38 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Millom School — 4.2 miles Ulverston Victoria High School — 4.8 miles Dowdales School — 5.5 miles |
| Schools in council area | 160 schools, 31,227 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Oxford Place Dental, Barrow in Furness — 8 miles Hest Bank Dental Care, Lancaster — 18 miles Bare Dental Clinic (Private), Morecambe — 18 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 8 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LA16, LA20, LA15, LA12, LA18, LA13, LA14, LA21 |
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 LA17
A typical orthodontic search around LA17 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 LA17 is Four Lane Ends.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LA17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LA17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LA17 is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, about 7.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | Crowns (8.7 miles) and Teckkam Dental Care (8.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LA17?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LA17, 4 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Barrow in Furness, 7.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LA17?
The nearest practice to LA17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Oxford Place Dental in Barrow in Furness, about 7.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Barrow Dental Aesthetics and Implant Clinic | Cumbria | Dental Implants | Full Arch Implants | Veneers | Invisalign | Crowns (8.7 miles) and Bare Dental Clinic (Private) (17.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the LA17 postcode district?
Places in or next to LA17 include Four Lane Ends, Head Crag, Sand Side, Beck Side, Friars' Ground, Kirkby-in-Furness, Beanthwaite and Grizebeck.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LA17 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Four Lane Ends, Cumbria, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near LA17?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.