Orthodontic practices near LN13
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of LN13. The closest is Pilgrim Hospital Boston, 20.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilgrim Hospital BostonBoston | 20.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.6 (591 reviews) |
| Waltham Dental PracticeWaltham | 20.9 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (28 reviews) |
| Park Dental StudioBoston | 21.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 2.8 (40 reviews) |
| Holland House Dental CareBoston | 21.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Boston Smile CentreBoston | 21.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (342 reviews) |
| Smiles NHS DentistBoston | 21.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 2.0 (37 reviews) |
| Orchard Orthotics & Footcare LtdBoston | 21.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| Boston Dental CareBoston | 21.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (140 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LN13 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Boston, 20.6 miles south-west; the next are Waltham (20.9 miles north-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LN13
LN13 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Pilgrim Hospital Boston, 20.6 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 2 of the practices around LN13 list clear aligners, the nearest 20.9 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 LN13 are commissioned by NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Boston Smile Centre, 21.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LN13 to Pilgrim Hospital Boston is roughly 45 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 540 to 1,070 miles and 15 to 30 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £245 to £480 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 320 to 540 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LN13 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Lindsey |
| NHS dental services | NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,864 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 23% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 57 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College — 0.5 miles Queen Elizabeth's Grammar Alford - A Selective Academy — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,215 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 21.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Pilgrim Hospital Boston, Boston — 21 miles Waltham Dental Practice, Waltham — 21 miles A C Dental Services, Cleethorpes — 23 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 45 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | LN12, PE24, PE23, PE25, LN11, PE22, LN9, DN36 |
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 LN13
Most LN13 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 LN13 is Alford.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LN13
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LN13?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LN13 is Pilgrim Hospital Boston, about 20.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Waltham Dental Practice (20.9 miles) and Park Dental Studio (21.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LN13?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LN13, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Boston, 20.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LN13?
The nearest practice to LN13 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Boston Smile Centre, about 21.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Orchard Orthotics & Footcare Ltd (21.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the LN13 postcode district?
Places in or next to LN13 include Alford, Tothby, Thoresthorpe, Saleby, Bilsby, Strubby, Mawthorpe and Beesby.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LN13 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Alford, Lincolnshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near LN13 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.