Orthodontic practices near WA9
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of WA9, 48 practices within 10 and 170 practices within 20. The closest is Talking Teeth in St Helens, 1.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talking TeethSt Helens | 1.1 miles north | – | – | – | 2.9 (21 reviews) |
| Dr R Stecewicz - St Helens Family Dental ClinicSt Helens | 1.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Laurel Villa DentalSt Helens | 1.8 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (65 reviews) |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
| Kiln Lane DentalSt Helens | 2.4 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (446 reviews) |
| Peelhouse Dental CareWidnes | 4.4 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Deacon DentalWidnes | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.4 (92 reviews) |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (136 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WA9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is St Helens, 1.1 miles north; the next are Widnes (4.4 miles south) and Ashton in Makerfield (4.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| St Helens | 5 | 1.1 miles north |
| Widnes | 2 | 4.4 miles south |
| Ashton in Makerfield | 1 | 4.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WA9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Kiln Lane Dental in St Helens (4.9 from 446 reviews), 2.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kiln Lane DentalSt Helens | 4.9 (446 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Peelhouse Dental CareWidnes | 4.9 (178 reviews) | 4.4 miles south |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WA9
WA9 is 1.1 miles from Talking Teeth in St Helens, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 48 practices, and within 20 there are 170.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens (1.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around WA9 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around WA9 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, 1.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 10 miles away.
WA9 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 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,176 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.3% aged 16 to 24 and 33.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,343 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Sutton Academy — 0.8 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy — 1.0 miles St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,010 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 | Talking Teeth, St Helens — 1 miles Peelhouse Dental Care, Widnes — 4 miles Boutique Dental 23, Ashton in Makerfield — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 48 within 10 miles, 170 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WA10, WA11, WA8, L35, WA88, WA12, WA5, WN4 |
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 WA9 area
Patients in the WA9 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 WA9 is Peasley Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WA9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WA9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WA9 is Talking Teeth in St Helens, about 1.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Dr R Stecewicz - St Helens Family Dental Clinic (1.4 miles) and Laurel Villa Dental (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WA9?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of WA9, 48 practices within 10 miles and 170 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WA9?
The nearest practice to WA9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St Helens, about 1.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Deacon Dental (4.6 miles) and Boutique Dental 23 (4.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the WA9 postcode district?
Places in or next to WA9 include Peasley Cross, Marshall's Cross, Sutton Leach, Finger Post, St Helens, Clock Face, Parr Stocks and Pocket Nook.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WA9 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Peasley Cross, St. Helens, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near WA9?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.