Orthodontic practices near LS16
On our practice register: 25 practices within 5 miles of LS16, 56 practices within 10 and 117 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Clinic North Leeds in Horsforth, 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Clinic North LeedsHorsforth | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (87 reviews) |
| Ivory DentalHorsforth | 1.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (211 reviews) |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Horsforth Smile ClinicHorsforth | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Smile Clinic LeedsLeeds | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (63 reviews) |
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 3.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (258 reviews) |
| Xen SmilesLeeds | 3.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (110 reviews) |
| Infinity Dental ClinicLeeds | 3.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (873 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LS16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Horsforth, 0.9 miles south; the next are Leeds (1.6 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 LS16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smiles on Harrogate Road in Leeds (5.0 from 258 reviews), 3.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smiles on Harrogate RoadLeeds | 5.0 (258 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Infinity Dental ClinicLeeds | 4.9 (873 reviews) | 3.6 miles south |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-east |
| Ivory DentalHorsforth | 4.9 (211 reviews) | 1.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LS16
The nearest practice to LS16 is Smile Clinic North Leeds in Horsforth, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 56 practices, and within 20 there are 117.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care (1.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around LS16 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LS16 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 4 miles away.
LS16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Leeds |
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,861 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 34.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,801 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ralph Thoresby School — 0.3 miles Lawnswood School — 1.2 miles Abbey Grange Church of England Academy — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 10,059 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 296 schools, 135,588 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 30.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Clinic North Leeds, Horsforth — under a mile Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care, Leeds — 2 miles Smile Provide Clear Aligners, Yeadon — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 56 within 10 miles, 117 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LS5, LS18, LS6, LS4, LS13, LS12, LS3, LS7 |
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 LS16
Most LS16 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for LS16 is Ireland Wood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LS16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LS16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LS16 is Smile Clinic North Leeds in Horsforth, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Ivory Dental (1.6 miles) and Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LS16?
Our register has 25 practices within 5 miles of LS16, 56 practices within 10 miles and 117 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LS16?
The nearest practice to LS16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care, about 1.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Horsforth Smile Clinic (1.9 miles) and Xen Smiles (3.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the LS16 postcode district?
Places in or next to LS16 include Ireland Wood, Low Farm, Holt Park, Lawnswood, Tinshill, Cookridge, Horsforth Woodside and Adel.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LS16 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Ireland Wood, City and Borough of Leeds, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near LS16?
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.