Orthodontic practices near Bensham
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Bensham, 43 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, 0.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 0.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 1.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (420 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental HospitalNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (177 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bensham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Felling, 0.9 miles north-east; the next are Newcastle upon Tyne (1.3 miles north) and Lamesley (1.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Felling | 1 | 0.9 miles north-east |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 1.3 miles north |
| Lamesley | 2 | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Benwell | 2 | 2.5 miles north-west |
| Wallsend | 3 | 3.0 miles north |
| Gosforth | 2 | 3.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bensham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley (5.0 from 443 reviews), 1.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-east |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 8.0 miles north-east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 5.8 miles west |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 1.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bensham at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gateshead |
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,460 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 52.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,950 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 35.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within Gateshead | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Gateshead |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | North East Futures UTC — 1.2 miles Kingsmeadow Community School — 1.3 miles Grace College — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 9,305 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental), Felling — under a mile NEO ORTHODONTICS, Newcastle upon Tyne — 1 miles Durham Family Dental | Gateshead, Lamesley — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Bensham
The nearest practice to Bensham is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, 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 43 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (1.6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 13 of the practices around Bensham list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles 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 Bensham are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bensham
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Orthodontist in Bensham: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Bensham. It is relevant to searches focused on both Bensham and the wider Gateshead area.
Area profile for Bensham
Bensham — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Bensham's under-16 share sits at 16.2%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,460 residents in Bensham's census neighbourhood, below the 7% average across Gateshead. With 18 orthodontic practices within five miles, Bensham is better served than 89% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Bensham are North East Futures UTC (1.2 miles) and Kingsmeadow Community School (1.3 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. Bensham's Local Authority area covers 91 schools and 30,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. Bensham's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Bensham is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away.
What local practice data suggests in Bensham
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bensham. The nearest we do hold are Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, under a mile away; NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, about a mile away; and Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, about 2 miles away.
Local snapshot of Bensham
Low Team is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Bensham.
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Bensham
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Bensham
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Bensham
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Bensham — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bensham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bensham
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bensham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bensham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bensham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bensham is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, about 0.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are NEO ORTHODONTICS (1.3 miles) and Durham Family Dental | Gateshead (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bensham?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Bensham, 43 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bensham?
The nearest practice to Bensham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 1.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (1.6 miles) and Queensway Orthodontics - Billingham (2.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bensham, Gateshead?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bensham, Gateshead?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.