Orthodontic practices near Dalton upon Tees
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Dalton upon Tees, 9 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Darlington Dental Clinic, 4.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 4.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (33 reviews) |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 4.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental PracticeDarlington | 4.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (9 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITEDDarlington | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 4.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 4.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (610 reviews) |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 6.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (50 reviews) |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 8.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (29 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dalton upon Tees with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Darlington, 4.3 miles north; the next are Middleton St George (4.7 miles north-east) and Yarm (8.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington | 6 | 4.3 miles north |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Yarm | 2 | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Thornaby-on-Tees | 1 | 10.3 miles east |
| Stockton-on-Tees | 4 | 11.4 miles north-east |
| Bedale | 1 | 11.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dalton upon Tees
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), 13.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aura Dental ClinicStockton-on-Tees | 5.0 (1,138 reviews) | 13.6 miles north-east |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 8.1 miles north-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 15.2 miles north |
| Queensway Dental - BillinghamStockton-on-Tees | 4.9 (1,588 reviews) | 14.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dalton upon Tees 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,290 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 197th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hurworth School — 1.7 miles Polam Hall School — 4.2 miles Hummersknott Academy — 4.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 621 pupils (DfE) |
| 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 | Darlington Dental Clinic, Darlington — 4 miles Middleton St George Dental Care, Middleton St George — 5 miles Queensway Orthodontics - Stockton, Yarm — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 28 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 Dalton upon Tees
Dalton upon Tees is 4.3 miles from Darlington Dental Clinic, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Orthodontics - Stockton (8.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 17 of the practices around Dalton upon Tees list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Dalton upon Tees are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Springs Practice in Darlington, 4.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dalton upon Tees
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Facts about Dalton upon Tees
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What local practice data suggests in Dalton upon Tees
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dalton upon Tees itself. The nearest we do hold are Darlington Dental Clinic, about 4 miles away; Middleton St George Dental Care, about 5 miles away; and Queensway Orthodontics - Stockton in Yarm, about 8 miles away.
The local picture in Dalton upon Tees
Officially, Dalton upon Tees is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.4% of the 1,290 residents in Dalton upon Tees's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. Dalton upon Tees has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Dalton upon Tees attend schools such as Hurworth School (1.7 miles) and Polam Hall School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 377 schools and 86,087 pupils in Dalton upon Tees's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Dalton upon Tees's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dalton upon Tees is about 36 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Dalton upon Tees
Starting orthodontic treatment in Dalton upon Tees can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Dalton upon Tees
- 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?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Dalton upon Tees
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Dalton upon Tees — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Dalton upon Tees
Patients in Dalton upon Tees have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Dalton upon Tees — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Dalton upon Tees vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Dalton upon Tees sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Dalton upon Tees, 7.4% of the 1,290 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Dalton upon Tees is better served than 64% of towns in England. 25.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Dalton upon Tees are Hurworth School (1.7 miles) and Polam Hall School (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 377 schools and 86,087 pupils across Dalton upon Tees's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Dalton upon Tees among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dalton upon Tees is about 36 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dalton upon Tees itself. The closest on record are Darlington Dental Clinic, about 4 miles away; Middleton St George Dental Care, about 5 miles away; and Queensway Orthodontics - Stockton in Yarm, about 8 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dalton upon Tees. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dalton upon Tees
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dalton upon Tees often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dalton upon Tees?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dalton upon Tees is Darlington Dental Clinic, about 4.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Springs Practice (4.4 miles) and Duke Street Dental Practice (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dalton upon Tees?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Dalton upon Tees, 9 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dalton upon Tees?
The nearest practice to Dalton upon Tees that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Springs Practice in Darlington, about 4.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED (4.6 miles) and Middleton St George Dental Care (4.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dalton upon Tees, North Yorkshire?
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 Dalton upon Tees, North Yorkshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.