Orthodontic practices near WA12
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of WA12, 42 practices within 10 and 196 practices within 20. The closest is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (136 reviews) |
| Ashton Smile ClinicAshton in Makerfield | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (86 reviews) |
| Ashton Dental & Implant CentreAshton in Makerfield | 2.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (26 reviews) |
| Lowton Dental CentreGolborne | 2.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (57 reviews) |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 3.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
| Talking TeethSt Helens | 3.2 miles west | – | – | – | 2.9 (21 reviews) |
| Dr R Stecewicz - St Helens Family Dental ClinicSt Helens | 4.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Dr Peter BaldwinWarrington | 4.4 miles south | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WA12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashton in Makerfield, 2.3 miles north; the next are Golborne (2.6 miles north-east) and St Helens (3.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashton in Makerfield | 3 | 2.3 miles north |
| Golborne | 1 | 2.6 miles north-east |
| St Helens | 3 | 3.1 miles west |
| Warrington | 1 | 4.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WA12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield (4.9 from 136 reviews), 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 3.1 miles west |
| Ashton Smile ClinicAshton in Makerfield | 4.7 (86 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Ashton Dental & Implant CentreAshton in Makerfield | 4.5 (26 reviews) | 2.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WA12
WA12 is 2.3 miles from Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 42 practices, and within 20 there are 196.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boutique Dental 23 (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around WA12 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WA12 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 14 miles away.
WA12 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | St. Helens |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,248 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 36.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,649 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hope Academy — 0.7 miles The Byrchall High School — 1.9 miles St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield — 2.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 6,486 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 76 schools, 26,828 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 31.2% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Boutique Dental 23, Ashton in Makerfield — 2 miles Lowton Dental Centre, Golborne — 3 miles Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, St Helens — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 42 within 10 miles, 196 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WN4, WA5, WA55, WA2, WN3, WA3, WA1, WA9 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the WA12 area
Patients in the WA12 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 WA12 is Earlestown.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WA12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WA12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WA12 is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, about 2.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Ashton Smile Clinic (2.3 miles) and Ashton Dental & Implant Centre (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WA12?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of WA12, 42 practices within 10 miles and 196 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WA12?
The nearest practice to WA12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, about 2.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Ashton Smile Clinic (2.3 miles) and Lowton Dental Centre (2.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the WA12 postcode district?
Places in or next to WA12 include Earlestown, Vulcan Village, Old Boston, New Boston, Ashton Heath, Ashton in Makerfield, Newton-le-Willows and Burtonwood.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WA12 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Earlestown, St. Helens, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near WA12?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.