Orthodontic practices near Catterlen
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Catterlen, 1 practice within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, 3.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 3.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (312 reviews) |
| Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle | 13.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (65 reviews) |
| York Place DentalCarlisle | 13.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (200 reviews) |
| S & J Crown & Bridge limited.Carlisle | 14.2 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 14.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Spedding Dental ClinicCarlisle | 14.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (35 reviews) |
| Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and OrthodonticsCarlisle | 14.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (7 reviews) |
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 14.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Catterlen with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Penrith, 3.4 miles south-east; the next are Carlisle (13.3 miles north) and Cockermouth (22.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Penrith | 1 | 3.4 miles south-east |
| Carlisle | 8 | 13.3 miles north |
| Cockermouth | 1 | 22.8 miles west |
| Gretna | 1 | 23.0 miles north-west |
| Kendal | 2 | 25.6 miles south |
| Annan | 3 | 26.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Catterlen
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is York Place Dental in Carlisle (5.0 from 200 reviews), 13.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York Place DentalCarlisle | 5.0 (200 reviews) | 13.3 miles north |
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-west |
| Ghyllmount DentalPenrith | 4.9 (312 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-east |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 14.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Catterlen at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Westmorland and Furness |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,344 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.6% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 34 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Cumbria | 170th closest to an orthodontic practice of 852 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cumbria |
| Nearest secondary schools | Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith — 3.3 miles Ullswater Community College — 3.5 miles |
| Schools in council area | 160 schools, 31,227 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ghyllmount Dental, Penrith — 3 miles Eden Dental Practice, Carlisle — 13 miles DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS, Cockermouth — 23 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Stricklandgate Dental Practice — 3 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 Catterlen
Catterlen is 3.4 miles from Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 9.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: York Place Dental (13.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around Catterlen list clear aligners, the nearest 13.3 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 Catterlen are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, 13.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Catterlen
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Catterlen, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Cumbria.
Catterlen in context
Catterlen is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 1,344 residents in Catterlen's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.1% average across Cumbria. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Catterlen attend schools such as Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith (3.3 miles) and Ullswater Community College (3.5 miles). Catterlen's Local Authority area covers 160 schools and 31,227 pupils, according to DfE figures. Catterlen sits close to the England average for deprivation.
Local provider signals in Catterlen
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Catterlen. The closest on record are Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, about 3 miles away; Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, about 13 miles away; and DERWENT HOUSE ORTHODONTICS in Cockermouth, about 23 miles away.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Catterlen
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Catterlen often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Catterlen?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Catterlen is Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, about 3.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Eden Dental Practice (13.3 miles) and York Place Dental (13.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Catterlen?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Catterlen, 1 practice within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Catterlen?
The nearest practice to Catterlen that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, about 13.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Lismore House Dental Practice (14.3 miles) and Spedding Dental Clinic (14.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Catterlen, Cumbria?
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 Catterlen, Cumbria?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.