Orthodontic practices near LS22
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of LS22, 15 practices within 10 and 107 practices within 20. The closest is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby, 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (175 reviews) |
| Wetherby OrthodonticsWetherby | 0.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental CareHarrogate | 5.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (405 reviews) |
| Purely DentalKnaresborough | 6.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (133 reviews) |
| Harrogate Dental & Implant ClinicHarrogate | 7.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (30 reviews) |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 7.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (287 reviews) |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 7.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
| Infinity Dental SuiteHarrogate | 7.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (101 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LS22 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wetherby, 0.5 miles south-east; the next are Harrogate (5.8 miles north-west) and Knaresborough (6.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wetherby | 2 | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Harrogate | 5 | 5.8 miles north-west |
| Knaresborough | 1 | 6.4 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 LS22
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby (5.0 from 175 reviews), 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Infinity Dental SuiteHarrogate | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Chatsworth House Dental ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-west |
| The Harrogate ClinicHarrogate | 4.9 (287 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LS22
The nearest practice to LS22 is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby, 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 15 practices, and within 20 there are 107.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hopkinson Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 7 of the practices around LS22 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 LS22 are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 11 miles away.
LS22 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 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,218 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 926 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wetherby High School — 0.7 miles Boston Spa Academy — 2.6 miles Tadcaster Grammar School — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,326 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 | Hopkinson Dental, Wetherby — under a mile Harrogate Dental Care, Harrogate — 6 miles Purely Dental, Knaresborough — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 107 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LS23, HG5, LS14, LS15, HG2, LS17, HG1, LS8 |
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 LS22
People searching from LS22 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 LS22 is Micklethwaite Village.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LS22
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LS22?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LS22 is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Wetherby Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Harrogate Dental Care (5.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LS22?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of LS22, 15 practices within 10 miles and 107 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LS22?
The nearest practice to LS22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Harrogate Dental Care (5.8 miles) and Purely Dental (6.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the LS22 postcode district?
Places in or next to LS22 include Micklethwaite Village, Raby Park, Wetherby, Deighton Gates, Hallfield, Kirk Deighton, Collingham and North Deighton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LS22 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Micklethwaite Village, City and Borough of Leeds, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near LS22?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any 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.