Orthodontic practices near LL16
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of LL16; 3 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, 5.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 5.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 6.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 9.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 11.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 12.2 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Grosvenor Place Dental PracticeMold | 12.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (12 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 14.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 14.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LL16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saint Asaph, 5.2 miles north; the next are Bodelwyddan (6.5 miles north-west) and Rhyl (9.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 5.2 miles north |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Rhyl | 1 | 9.7 miles north |
| Mold | 3 | 11.9 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 2 | 14.5 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 LL16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl (4.9 from 119 reviews), 9.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 4.9 (119 reviews) | 9.7 miles north |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 14.5 miles north-west |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 4.7 (56 reviews) | 5.2 miles north |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 4.7 (50 reviews) | 11.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LL16
The nearest practice to LL16 is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, 5.2 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around LL16 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.2 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 LL16 are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 9.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LL16 to Willows Dental and Implant Practice is roughly 10 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 140 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 27.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LL16 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Denbighshire |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 19.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,004 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 269 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 25 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Willows Dental and Implant Practice, Saint Asaph — 5 miles Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 6 miles Bod Heulog Dental Practice, Rhyl — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 22 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LL17, LL18, LL15, LL19, LL22, LL21, CH8, LL29 |
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 LL16
A typical orthodontic search around LL16 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for LL16 is Lenten Pool.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LL16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LL16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LL16 is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 5.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Glan Clwyd Hospital (6.5 miles) and Bod Heulog Dental Practice (9.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LL16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LL16, 3 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Saint Asaph, 5.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LL16?
The nearest practice to LL16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 9.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (11.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the LL16 postcode district?
Places in or next to LL16 include Lenten Pool, Copenhagen, Denbigh, Gwaynynog, Green, Pont-Ystrad, Myddleton Park and Henllan.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LL16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Lenten Pool, Denbighshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near LL16?
Yes, patients around Lenten Pool, Denbighshire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.