Orthodontic practices near Caldwell
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Caldwell; 7 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Phillips & Co Cosmetic Dentistry in Darlington, 7.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 7.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental PracticeDarlington | 7.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (9 reviews) |
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 7.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (33 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITEDDarlington | 7.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 7.8 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 8.3 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (50 reviews) |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 8.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 10.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Caldwell with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Darlington, 7.6 miles east; the next are High Etherley (7.8 miles north) and Bishop Auckland (10.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington | 6 | 7.6 miles east |
| High Etherley | 1 | 7.8 miles north |
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 10.4 miles north |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 11.3 miles east |
| Yarm | 2 | 15.8 miles east |
| Bedale | 1 | 17.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Caldwell
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Aura Dental Clinic in Stockton-on-Tees (5.0 from 1,138 reviews), 19.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aura Dental ClinicStockton-on-Tees | 5.0 (1,138 reviews) | 19.1 miles east |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 15.9 miles east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 10.5 miles north |
| Queensway Dental - BillinghamStockton-on-Tees | 4.9 (1,588 reviews) | 19.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Caldwell at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,336 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 23 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 427th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.2% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Staindrop Academy — 4.7 miles |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Phillips & Co Cosmetic Dentistry, Darlington — 8 miles West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 8 miles QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED, Bishop Auckland — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 26 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 Caldwell
From Caldwell the nearest practice is Phillips & Co Cosmetic Dentistry in Darlington, 7.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (10.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 15 of the practices around Caldwell list clear aligners, the nearest 7.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Caldwell are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED in Darlington, 7.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 32 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Caldwell to Phillips & Co Cosmetic Dentistry is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 200 to 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 3.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Caldwell
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Orthodontist in Caldwell: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Caldwell, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in North Yorkshire.
Area profile for Caldwell
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Caldwell sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Caldwell has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.2% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 1,336 residents in Caldwell's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. People in Caldwell usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Caldwell attend schools such as Staindrop Academy (4.7 miles). Caldwell's Local Authority area covers 377 schools and 86,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Caldwell is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Caldwell is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 32 miles away.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Forcett, Eppleby, Gainford, East Layton, Stanwick-St-John, and West Layton if you are weighing up more than one location.
Caldwell at a glance
Heading south-east for around 2 km brings you to Forcett, the closest linked location.
Practice signals around Caldwell
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Caldwell. The nearest we do hold are Phillips & Co Cosmetic Dentistry in Darlington, about 8 miles away; West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 8 miles away; and QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 10 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Caldwell
Starting orthodontic treatment in Caldwell 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.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Caldwell
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Caldwell runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Caldwell
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Caldwell can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Caldwell
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Caldwell — 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 Caldwell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Caldwell
This part of the page places Caldwell, North Yorkshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for Forcett, Eppleby, Gainford, East Layton, Stanwick-St-John, and West Layton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Caldwell
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Caldwell often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Caldwell?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Caldwell is Phillips & Co Cosmetic Dentistry in Darlington, about 7.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Duke Street Dental Practice (7.6 miles) and Darlington Dental Clinic (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Caldwell?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Caldwell, 7 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Darlington, 7.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Caldwell?
The nearest practice to Caldwell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED in Darlington, about 7.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include West Auckland Dental Care (7.8 miles) and Harrowgate Hill Dental Practice (8.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Caldwell, North Yorkshire?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Caldwell, North Yorkshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.