Orthodontic practices near East Gateshead
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of East Gateshead, 43 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, 0.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 0.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Windmill North Tyneside OrthodonticsNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
| WINDMILL ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (420 reviews) |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| Queensway Orthodontics - BillinghamNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (122 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to East Gateshead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Felling, 0.9 miles west; the next are Newcastle upon Tyne (1.3 miles north-west) and Lamesley (2.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Felling | 1 | 0.9 miles west |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 1.3 miles north-west |
| Lamesley | 2 | 2.1 miles south |
| Wallsend | 3 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Gosforth | 2 | 3.4 miles north-west |
| Benwell | 2 | 3.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of East Gateshead
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), 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 2.1 miles south |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 4.9 (909 reviews) | 6.7 miles north-east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
East Gateshead at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gateshead |
| 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 | 27.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,777 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 52.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,568 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 18 practices, more than 89% of towns in England |
| Access within Gateshead | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.7% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Gateshead |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | XP Gateshead — 1.3 miles Heworth Grange School — 1.4 miles North East Futures UTC — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 11 schools, about 11,213 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental), Felling — under a mile NEO ORTHODONTICS, Newcastle upon Tyne — 1 miles Durham Family Dental | Gateshead, Lamesley — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 53 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 East Gateshead
East Gateshead has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (1.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 13 of the practices around East Gateshead list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around East Gateshead are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In East Gateshead
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Orthodontist in East Gateshead: People exploring braces and clear aligners in East Gateshead often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Gateshead.
Local context for East Gateshead
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Old Fold, the closest linked location.
Practice signals around East Gateshead
No orthodontic practice is recorded in East Gateshead. The nearest recorded are Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, under a mile away; NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, about a mile away; and Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, about 2 miles away.
Area profile for East Gateshead
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, East Gateshead sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. East Gateshead skews family-heavy: 27.6% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around East Gateshead, 9.7% of the 1,777 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Gateshead, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (18), East Gateshead has more choice than 89% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in East Gateshead are served by secondary schools including XP Gateshead (1.3 miles) and Heworth Grange School (1.4 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 91 schools and 30,087 pupils in East Gateshead's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks East Gateshead among England's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to East Gateshead is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
Related pages for Old Fold, Byker, Carr Hill, Friars Goose, Deckham, and Felling are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in East Gateshead
Starting orthodontic treatment in East Gateshead 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in East Gateshead
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering East Gateshead — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Officially, East Gateshead is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, East Gateshead falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. With 27.6% of residents under 16, East Gateshead has an above-average share of children. Census 2021 counts 1,777 residents in the neighbourhood around East Gateshead, 9.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7% average across Gateshead. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (18), East Gateshead has more choice than 89% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to East Gateshead are XP Gateshead (1.3 miles) and Heworth Grange School (1.4 miles). 11 secondary schools are within three miles. East Gateshead's Local Authority area covers 91 schools and 30,087 pupils, according to DfE figures. East Gateshead falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, East Gateshead is about 2 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in East Gateshead
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in East Gateshead can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in East Gateshead
Every mainstream option is available to patients in East Gateshead — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around East Gateshead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around East Gateshead
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in East Gateshead, Gateshead. Other local pages worth browsing include Old Fold, Byker, Carr Hill, Friars Goose, Deckham, and Felling.
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Frequently Asked Questions in East Gateshead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in East Gateshead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to East Gateshead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to East Gateshead is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, about 0.9 miles to the west. The next closest are NEO ORTHODONTICS (1.3 miles) and Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near East Gateshead?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of East Gateshead, 43 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near East Gateshead?
The nearest practice to East Gateshead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 1.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (1.3 miles) and WINDMILL ORTHODONTICS (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in East Gateshead, Gateshead?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in East Gateshead, Gateshead?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.