Orthodontic practices near WN4
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of WN4, 41 practices within 10 and 197 practices within 20. The closest is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, 0.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 0.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (136 reviews) |
| Ashton Dental & Implant CentreAshton in Makerfield | 0.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (26 reviews) |
| Ashton Smile ClinicAshton in Makerfield | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (86 reviews) |
| Lowton Dental CentreGolborne | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (57 reviews) |
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 3.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (401 reviews) |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (257 reviews) |
| Wigan OrthodonticWigan | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.1 (52 reviews) |
| WIGAN ORTHODONTIC CENTREWigan | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to WN4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashton in Makerfield, 0.5 miles south-east; the next are Golborne (2.9 miles south-east) and Wigan (3.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashton in Makerfield | 3 | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Golborne | 1 | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Wigan | 3 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| St Helens | 1 | 3.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of WN4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pemberton Dental Practice in Wigan (5.0 from 401 reviews), 3.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pemberton Dental PracticeWigan | 5.0 (401 reviews) | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 0.5 miles south-east |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Ashton Smile ClinicAshton in Makerfield | 4.7 (86 reviews) | 0.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from WN4
The nearest practice to WN4 is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, 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 41 practices, and within 20 there are 197.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boutique Dental 23 (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around WN4 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around WN4 are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 14 miles away.
WN4 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,860 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 28.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,700 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cansfield High School — next door St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield — 0.8 miles The Byrchall High School — 0.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,656 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 3 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Boutique Dental 23, Ashton in Makerfield — under a mile Lowton Dental Centre, Golborne — 3 miles Pemberton Dental Practice, Wigan — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 197 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | WN3, WA12, WN5, WN1, WN2, WA11, WN6, WA5 |
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 WN4
Patients in the WN4 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 WN4 is Ashton in Makerfield.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near WN4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to WN4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to WN4 is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Ashton Dental & Implant Centre (0.5 miles) and Ashton Smile Clinic (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near WN4?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of WN4, 41 practices within 10 miles and 197 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near WN4?
The nearest practice to WN4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Boutique Dental 23 in Ashton in Makerfield, about 0.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ashton Smile Clinic (0.6 miles) and Lowton Dental Centre (2.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the WN4 postcode district?
Places in or next to WN4 include Ashton in Makerfield, Ashton Heath, Old Boston, New Boston, Garswood, Edge Green, North Florida and Haydock.
How do I find an orthodontist near the WN4 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Ashton in Makerfield, St. Helens, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near WN4?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Ashton in Makerfield, St. Helens can start an assessment today.
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.