Orthodontic practices near Benton Square
On our practice register: 27 practices within 5 miles of Benton Square, 41 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Verne Road Dental Practice in North Shields, 2.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verne Road Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 2.5 miles east | – | – | – | 3.6 (58 reviews) |
| New Smile CompanyNorth Shields | 2.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (18 reviews) |
| Monkseaton Dental PracticeWhitley Bay | 2.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (21 reviews) |
| Grange Road West Dental PracticeWallsend | 3.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (96 reviews) |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 3.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Osborne OrthodonticsNorth Shields | 3.3 miles east | – | – | – | 3.9 (40 reviews) |
| Osborne Family DentistsSouth Shields | 3.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (16 reviews) |
| Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist StocktonWallsend | 3.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (111 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Benton Square with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is North Shields, 2.5 miles east; the next are Whitley Bay (2.8 miles north-east) and Wallsend (3.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| North Shields | 4 | 2.5 miles east |
| Whitley Bay | 3 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Wallsend | 3 | 3.1 miles south-east |
| South Shields | 5 | 3.3 miles east |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Gosforth | 2 | 3.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Benton Square
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alma Dental Practice in North Shields (5.0 from 96 reviews), 3.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 4.9 (909 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 4.6 miles south-west |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (420 reviews) | 4.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Benton Square at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Tyneside |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 26.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,696 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 48% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,086 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 8.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 26 practices, more than 94% of towns in England |
| Access within North Tyneside | 25th closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 1.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in North Tyneside |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Churchill Academy — 1.4 miles George Stephenson High School — 1.8 miles Burnside College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 12,326 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 30,934 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Verne Road Dental Practice, North Shields — 2 miles Monkseaton Dental Practice, Whitley Bay — 3 miles Grange Road West Dental Practice, Wallsend — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | NE28 |
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 Benton Square
Benton Square is 2.5 miles from Verne Road Dental Practice in North Shields, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (3.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 12 of the practices around Benton Square list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Benton Square are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, 3.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Benton Square
North Tyneside12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Benton Square
Orthodontist in Benton Square: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Benton Square understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across North Tyneside, not just Benton Square.
Continue your local research
You can continue browsing related location pages including Backworth, Palmersville, Bigges Main, Shiremoor, Wallsend, and Killingworth Village if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Area profile for Benton Square
By ONS classification, Benton Square falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Benton Square falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. With 26.8% of residents under 16, Benton Square has an above-average share of children. Census 2021 counts 1,696 residents in the neighbourhood around Benton Square, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across North Tyneside. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (26), Benton Square has more choice than 94% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Benton Square are served by secondary schools including Churchill Academy (1.4 miles) and George Stephenson High School (1.8 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 83 schools and 30,934 pupils across Benton Square's Local Authority. Benton Square's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Benton Square is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
What local practice data suggests in Benton Square
There is no orthodontist on our records in Benton Square itself. The nearest recorded are Verne Road Dental Practice in North Shields, about 2 miles away; Monkseaton Dental Practice in Whitley Bay, about 3 miles away; and Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, about 3 miles away.
Where Benton Square sits locally
Heading west for around 1 km brings you to Palmersville, the closest linked location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Benton Square
Starting orthodontic treatment in Benton Square can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Benton Square
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Benton Square — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Benton Square
The orthodontic landscape in Benton Square offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Benton Square
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Benton Square practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Benton Square. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Benton Square
These links help widen your research beyond Benton Square, North Tyneside if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Backworth, Palmersville, Bigges Main, Shiremoor, Wallsend, and Killingworth Village follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Benton Square
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Benton Square often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Benton Square?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Benton Square is Verne Road Dental Practice in North Shields, about 2.5 miles to the east. The next closest are New Smile Company (2.6 miles) and Monkseaton Dental Practice (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Benton Square?
Our register has 27 practices within 5 miles of Benton Square, 41 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Benton Square?
The nearest practice to Benton Square that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, about 3.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist Stockton (3.4 miles) and Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (3.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Benton Square, North Tyneside?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Benton Square, North Tyneside?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.