Orthodontic practices near LS18
On our practice register: 26 practices within 5 miles of LS18, 62 practices within 10 and 117 practices within 20. The closest is Ivory Dental in Horsforth, 0.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivory DentalHorsforth | 0.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (211 reviews) |
| Horsforth Smile ClinicHorsforth | 0.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (154 reviews) |
| Smile Clinic North LeedsHorsforth | 1.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (87 reviews) |
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 2.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (576 reviews) |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| Smile Provide Clear AlignersYeadon | 2.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Swinnow DentalPudsey | 2.5 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (293 reviews) |
| Xen SmilesLeeds | 2.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (110 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LS18 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Horsforth, 0.1 miles north-east; the next are Pudsey (2.0 miles south-west) and Leeds (2.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Horsforth | 3 | 0.1 miles north-east |
| Pudsey | 2 | 2.0 miles south-west |
| Leeds | 2 | 2.2 miles east |
| Yeadon | 1 | 2.4 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 LS18
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Farsley Dental Practice in Pudsey (4.9 from 576 reviews), 2.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-west |
| Swinnow DentalPudsey | 4.9 (293 reviews) | 2.5 miles south |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| Ivory DentalHorsforth | 4.9 (211 reviews) | 0.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LS18
LS18 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Ivory Dental in Horsforth is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 62 practices, and within 20 there are 117.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Horsforth Smile Clinic (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Smile Provide Clear Aligners (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around LS18 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LS18 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Horsforth Smile Clinic, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 4 miles away.
LS18 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,632 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 34.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,416 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Horsforth School — 0.3 miles Abbey Grange Church of England Academy — 1.3 miles Leeds West Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 11,026 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ivory Dental, Horsforth — under a mile Farsley Dental Practice, Pudsey — 2 miles Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care, Leeds — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 62 within 10 miles, 117 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LS13, LS5, LS16, LS28, LS19, LS4, LS12, LS6 |
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 LS18
People searching from LS18 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 LS18 is Horsforth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LS18
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LS18?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LS18 is Ivory Dental in Horsforth, about 0.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Horsforth Smile Clinic (0.2 miles) and Smile Clinic North Leeds (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LS18?
Our register has 26 practices within 5 miles of LS18, 62 practices within 10 miles and 117 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LS18?
The nearest practice to LS18 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Horsforth Smile Clinic, about 0.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Farsley Dental Practice (2.0 miles) and Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant Care (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the LS18 postcode district?
Places in or next to LS18 include Horsforth, Newlay, Cragg Hill, Troy, Horsforth Woodside, Scotland, Tinshill and Beecroft Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LS18 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Horsforth, City and Borough of Leeds, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near LS18?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Horsforth, City and Borough of Leeds, subject to clinical suitability.
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.