Orthodontic practices near LA5
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of LA5, 9 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster, 3.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hest Bank Dental CareLancaster | 3.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (388 reviews) |
| Bare Dental Clinic (Private)Morecambe | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (32 reviews) |
| Caton Dental & Implants PracticeCaton | 5.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (6 reviews) |
| Lancaster Smile ClinicLancaster | 6.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Malmin OrthodonticsLancaster | 6.7 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (86 reviews) |
| Marketgate Dental PracticeLancaster | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (405 reviews) |
| The Scanning SuiteLancaster | 6.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| MALMIN ORTHODONTICS (LANCASTER)Lancaster | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LA5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lancaster, 3.7 miles south; the next are Morecambe (5.1 miles south) and Caton (5.5 miles south-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of LA5
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), 3.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hest Bank Dental CareLancaster | 5.0 (388 reviews) | 3.7 miles south |
| Bare Dental Clinic (Private)Morecambe | 5.0 (32 reviews) | 5.1 miles south |
| Lancaster Smile ClinicLancaster | 4.9 (202 reviews) | 6.7 miles south |
| Marketgate Dental PracticeLancaster | 4.8 (405 reviews) | 6.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LA5
LA5 is 3.7 miles from Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 16.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hest Bank Dental Care (3.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Malmin Orthodontics (6.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around LA5 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 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 LA5 are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bare Dental Clinic (Private) in Morecambe, 5.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Preston Dental School in Preston, about 27 miles away.
LA5 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lancaster |
| 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 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,666 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 218 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — 27 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Carnforth High School — 1.8 miles Morecambe Bay Academy — 5.3 miles Dallam School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 657 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 26.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Hest Bank Dental Care, Lancaster — 4 miles Bare Dental Clinic (Private), Morecambe — 5 miles Caton Dental & Implants Practice, Caton — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 16 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LA7, LA4, LA1, LA3, LA2, LA11, LA8, LA6 |
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 LA5
Patients in the LA5 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 LA5 is Crag Foot.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LA5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LA5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LA5 is Hest Bank Dental Care in Lancaster, about 3.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Bare Dental Clinic (Private) (5.1 miles) and Caton Dental & Implants Practice (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LA5?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of LA5, 9 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LA5?
The nearest practice to LA5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bare Dental Clinic (Private) in Morecambe, about 5.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Marketgate Dental Practice (6.7 miles) and MALMIN ORTHODONTICS (LANCASTER) (6.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the LA5 postcode district?
Places in or next to LA5 include Crag Foot, Millhead, Carnforth, Crag Bank, Warton, Elmslack, Silverdale and Red Bridge.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LA5 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Crag Foot, Lancashire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near LA5?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.