Orthodontic practices near Howdon
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Howdon, 41 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is New Smile Company in North Shields, 1.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Smile CompanyNorth Shields | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (18 reviews) |
| Verne Road Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (58 reviews) |
| Grange Road West Dental PracticeWallsend | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (96 reviews) |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 1.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (96 reviews) |
| Osborne OrthodonticsNorth Shields | 1.8 miles east | – | – | – | 3.9 (40 reviews) |
| Osborne Family DentistsSouth Shields | 1.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (16 reviews) |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 2.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (909 reviews) |
| WEARSIDE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (SOUTH SHIELSouth Shields | 2.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Howdon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is North Shields, 1.2 miles north-east; the next are Wallsend (1.3 miles south) and South Shields (1.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| North Shields | 4 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Wallsend | 3 | 1.3 miles south |
| South Shields | 5 | 1.8 miles east |
| Sunderland | 1 | 2.3 miles east |
| Whitley Bay | 3 | 2.8 miles north |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 3.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Howdon
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), 6.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 6.4 miles south-west |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 1.8 miles north-east |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 4.9 (909 reviews) | 2.3 miles east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 5.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Howdon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Tyneside |
| 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 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,524 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 32.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,844 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 90% of towns in England |
| Access within North Tyneside | 13th closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 1.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in North Tyneside |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Norham High School — 0.7 miles Churchill Academy — 0.8 miles Burnside College — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 14,699 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 30,934 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | New Smile Company, North Shields — 1 miles Grange Road West Dental Practice, Wallsend — 1 miles Osborne Family Dentists, South Shields — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 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 Howdon
The nearest practice to Howdon is New Smile Company in North Shields, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Wearside Orthodontic Centre (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (3.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Howdon list clear aligners, the nearest 1.8 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 Howdon are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Howdon
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Orthodontist in Howdon: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Howdon understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across North Tyneside, not just Howdon.
Local orthodontic signals in Howdon
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Howdon. The nearest we do hold are New Smile Company in North Shields, about a mile away; Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, about a mile away; and Osborne Family Dentists in South Shields, about 2 miles away.
Local context for Howdon
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Willington Quay, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Howdon
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Howdon sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.1% of Howdon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Howdon, 6.1% of the 1,524 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across North Tyneside, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Howdon has 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 90% 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 Howdon attend schools such as Norham High School (0.7 miles) and Churchill Academy (0.8 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. Howdon's Local Authority area covers 83 schools and 30,934 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Howdon sits among the more deprived areas of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Howdon is about 5 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Willington Quay, East Howdon, West Chirton, Percy Main, Jarrow, and Point Pleasant can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Howdon
Starting orthodontic treatment in Howdon can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Howdon follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Orthodontic Treatments in Howdon
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Howdon can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Howdon
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Howdon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Howdon
This section helps connect Howdon, North Tyneside to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can keep exploring with related pages for Willington Quay, East Howdon, West Chirton, Percy Main, Jarrow, and Point Pleasant.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Howdon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Howdon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Howdon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Howdon is New Smile Company in North Shields, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Verne Road Dental Practice (1.2 miles) and Grange Road West Dental Practice (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Howdon?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Howdon, 41 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Howdon?
The nearest practice to Howdon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Grange Road West Dental Practice in Wallsend, about 1.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include WEARSIDE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (SOUTH SHIEL (2.3 miles) and Wearside Orthodontic Centre (2.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Howdon, North Tyneside?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Howdon, North Tyneside?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.