Orthodontic practices near Durham
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Durham, 10 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, 0.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 0.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 0.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 0.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 8.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 8.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Durham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Durham, 0.2 miles south; the next are Houghton-Le-Spring (5.4 miles north-east) and Annfield Plain (8.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Durham | 4 | 0.2 miles south |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 8.1 miles north-west |
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Hawthorn | 1 | 10.1 miles east |
| Sunderland | 5 | 10.4 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 Durham
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), 10.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 10.5 miles north |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-west |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 11.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Durham 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 47,785 |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,744 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 23.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 943 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England |
| Access within County Durham | 2nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham — 0.4 miles Durham Johnston Comprehensive School — 0.7 miles Framwellgate School Durham — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,456 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) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 4 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 76 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 Durham
Durham has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (8.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 11 of the practices around Durham list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Durham are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Durham
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Orthodontist in Durham: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Durham, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is relevant to searches focused on both Durham and the wider County Durham area. Durham — a large town with a population of around 47,785 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Durham
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Durham sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15% of Durham's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 2,744 residents in Durham's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. Durham has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. 22.3% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Durham are served by secondary schools including St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham (0.4 miles) and Durham Johnston Comprehensive School (0.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Durham's Local Authority area covers 273 schools and 74,080 pupils, according to DfE figures. Durham falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Durham is about 14 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Facts about Durham
With a population of roughly 47,785, Durham is a large town within County Durham. The nearest other location we cover is Western Hill, under 1 km to the west.
Compare nearby areas
Nearby location pages including Western Hill, Lowe's Barn, Merryoaks, Neville's Cross ED, Crossgate Moor, and Gilesgate can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local treatment availability around Durham
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 4 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Durham or nearby searches; 1 mention clear aligners or Invisalign; 1 mention fixed braces; 3 include NHS signals and 2 include private treatment signals; access-related signals include parking from 0, wheelchair access from 0, and evening or weekend availability from 1. Nearby practice records include Durham Smile Clinic, Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, DUNELM ORTHODONTICS, and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Durham
Many people in Durham delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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. People from Western Hill, Crossgate Moor and Gilesgate regularly visit orthodontists in Durham.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Durham
4 local orthodontic practices are listed in our database for Durham. ONS classifies Durham as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Durham sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 15% of Durham's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,744 residents in the neighbourhood around Durham, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Durham is better served than 56% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Durham are served by secondary schools including St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham (0.4 miles) and Durham Johnston Comprehensive School (0.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Durham's Local Authority has 273 schools educating 74,080 pupils (DfE data). Durham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Durham is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Western Hill, Crossgate Moor, and Gilesgate regularly make use of Durham's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Durham
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Durham has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs. People from Western Hill, Crossgate Moor and Gilesgate regularly visit orthodontists in Durham.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Durham 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.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Durham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Durham
This section helps connect Durham, County Durham to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Western Hill, Lowe's Barn, Merryoaks, Neville's Cross ED, Crossgate Moor, and Gilesgate.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Durham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Durham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Durham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Durham is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, about 0.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Durham Smile Clinic (0.4 miles) and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Durham?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Durham, 10 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Durham?
The nearest practice to Durham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, about 0.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Durham Smile Clinic (0.4 miles) and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (0.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Durham, County Durham?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Durham, County Durham?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.