Orthodontic practices near Clough Dene
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Clough Dene, 26 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, 2.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Consett CarparkConsett | 4.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 4.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 5.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (666 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 6.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 6.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 6.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (138 reviews) |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 6.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clough Dene with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Annfield Plain, 2.3 miles south; the next are Consett (4.9 miles south-west) and Newburn (5.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 2.3 miles south |
| Consett | 2 | 4.9 miles south-west |
| Newburn | 1 | 5.8 miles north |
| Lamesley | 2 | 6.0 miles north-east |
| Benwell | 2 | 6.6 miles north-east |
| Felling | 1 | 6.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clough Dene
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), 6.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 6.0 miles north-east |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 11.7 miles east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 5.8 miles north |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clough Dene 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,482 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 28.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 271 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.4% 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 | 104th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.3 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tanfield School — 1.3 miles North Durham Academy — 2.0 miles Whickham School — 3.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,674 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 | Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 2 miles Consett Carpark, Consett — 5 miles Ryton Dental, Newburn — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 26 within 10 miles, 57 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | {my}dentist — 2 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 Clough Dene
The nearest practice to Clough Dene is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 26 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Ryton Dental (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Clough Dene list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Clough Dene are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, 4.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clough Dene
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Clough Dene, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Clough Dene and the wider County Durham area.
What local practice data suggests in Clough Dene
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Clough Dene. The nearest we do hold are Smile in Durham, about 2 miles away; Consett Carpark, about 5 miles away; and Ryton Dental in Newburn, about 6 miles away.
Widen your local search
Pages for Hobson, Tantobie, Mountsett, West Kyo, White-le-Head, and Crookgate Bank follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Local snapshot of Clough Dene
The nearest other location we cover is Hobson, under 1 km to the north.
What official data says about Clough Dene
By ONS classification, Clough Dene falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Clough Dene falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. 15.5% of Clough Dene's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.8% of the 1,482 residents in Clough Dene's census neighbourhood, below the 6.6% average across County Durham. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Clough Dene has more choice 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. Secondary-age pupils near Clough Dene attend schools such as Tanfield School (1.3 miles) and North Durham Academy (2.0 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 273 schools and 74,080 pupils across Clough Dene's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Clough Dene is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Clough Dene is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Clough Dene
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Clough Dene has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Clough Dene
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Clough Dene
Starting orthodontic treatment in Clough Dene can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Clough Dene
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Clough Dene
Clough Dene has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — {my}dentist — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Clough Dene sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15.5% of Clough Dene's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Clough Dene, 5.8% of the 1,482 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across County Durham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Clough Dene has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Clough Dene attend schools such as Tanfield School (1.3 miles) and North Durham Academy (2.0 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Clough Dene's Local Authority has 273 schools educating 74,080 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Clough Dene close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Clough Dene is about 8 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Clough Dene. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clough Dene
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Clough Dene, County Durham within a broader nearby area. Nearby pages covering Hobson, Tantobie, Mountsett, West Kyo, White-le-Head, and Crookgate Bank may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Clough Dene
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clough Dene often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clough Dene?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clough Dene is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, about 2.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Consett Carpark (4.9 miles) and QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (4.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clough Dene?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Clough Dene, 26 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clough Dene?
The nearest practice to Clough Dene that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 4.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Ryton Dental (5.8 miles) and Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clough Dene, County Durham?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Clough Dene, County Durham?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.