Orthodontic practices near Close House
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Close House, 13 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, 1.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 1.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 8.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (50 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 8.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 9.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 9.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 9.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Close House with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bishop Auckland, 1.7 miles north-west; the next are High Etherley (3.4 miles west) and Darlington (8.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 1.7 miles north-west |
| High Etherley | 1 | 3.4 miles west |
| Darlington | 6 | 8.1 miles south-east |
| Durham | 4 | 8.9 miles north |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 11.7 miles south-east |
| Wolviston | 1 | 13.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Close House
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), 14.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aura Dental ClinicStockton-on-Tees | 5.0 (1,138 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 15.1 miles south-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Queensway Dental - BillinghamStockton-on-Tees | 4.9 (1,588 reviews) | 14.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Close House at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | County Durham |
| 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 | 21.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,580 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 30.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 574 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within County Durham | 64th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King James I Academy Bishop Auckland — 1.4 miles Bishop Barrington Academy — 2.0 miles St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College — 2.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,330 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 273 schools, 74,080 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED, Bishop Auckland — 2 miles West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 3 miles Harrowgate Hill Dental Practice, Darlington — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 46 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 Close House
The nearest practice to Close House is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, 1.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (1.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 13 of the practices around Close House list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Close House are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Close House
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Orthodontist in Close House: Before booking anything in Close House, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is relevant to searches focused on both Close House and the wider County Durham area.
Local provider signals in Close House
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Close House. The nearest recorded are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 2 miles away; West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 3 miles away; and Harrowgate Hill Dental Practice in Darlington, about 8 miles away.
What official data says about Close House
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Close House sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 21.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 1,580 residents in Close House's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across County Durham. Close House has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Close House attend schools such as King James I Academy Bishop Auckland (1.4 miles) and Bishop Barrington Academy (2.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Close House's Local Authority area covers 273 schools and 74,080 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data ranks Close House among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Close House is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Keep exploring nearby
You can continue browsing related location pages including Coronation, Coundon Grange, Eldon, Elm Terrace, Howlish, and Oak Street if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Local snapshot of Close House
The nearest other location we cover is Coronation, under 1 km to the west.
Orthodontic Treatments in Close House
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Close House has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Close House offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Close House
Starting orthodontic treatment in Close House can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Close House
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Close House
Practices serving Close House differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Close House falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Close House. Close House's under-16 share sits at 21.3%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Close House, 7.2% of the 1,580 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across County Durham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Close House is better served than 52% of towns in England. 22.3% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Close House are King James I Academy Bishop Auckland (1.4 miles) and Bishop Barrington Academy (2.0 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Close House's Local Authority has 273 schools educating 74,080 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Close House sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Close House is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Close House. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Close House
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Close House, County Durham with surrounding locations. You can also browse nearby location pages including Coronation, Coundon Grange, Eldon, Elm Terrace, Howlish, and Oak Street.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Close House
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Close House often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Close House?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Close House is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (1.7 miles) and West Auckland Dental Care (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Close House?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Close House, 13 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Close House?
The nearest practice to Close House that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (1.7 miles) and West Auckland Dental Care (3.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Close House, County Durham?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Close House, County Durham?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.