Orthodontic practices near Leamside
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Leamside, 17 practices within 10 and 74 practices within 20. The closest is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 2.5 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 2.5 miles north | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 2.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 3.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 3.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 3.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 7.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Leamside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 2.5 miles north; the next are Durham (3.1 miles south-west) and Sunderland (7.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 2.5 miles north |
| Durham | 4 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Sunderland | 5 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Hawthorn | 1 | 7.8 miles east |
| East Boldon | 1 | 8.7 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 8.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Leamside
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), 9.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 9.0 miles north |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 5.6 miles north-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 11.8 miles south-west |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 7.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Leamside 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,196 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 31.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 30% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 227 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 28.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| Access within County Durham | 116th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Belmont Community School — 1.8 miles Hetton Academy — 2.4 miles Framwellgate School Durham — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 3,903 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 | Fence Houses Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 2 miles Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, Durham — 3 miles Westmount Dental Sunderland, Sunderland — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 74 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 Leamside
The nearest practice to Leamside is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 2.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 74.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Truly Dental (8.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (8.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Leamside list clear aligners, the nearest 3.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Leamside are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 13 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Leamside
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Orthodontist in Leamside: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Leamside? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in County Durham.
Area profile for Leamside
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Leamside sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Leamside's under-16 share sits at 17.1%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,196 residents in Leamside's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Leamside has more choice than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Leamside attend schools such as Belmont Community School (1.8 miles) and Hetton Academy (2.4 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Leamside's Local Authority has 273 schools educating 74,080 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data ranks Leamside among England's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Leamside is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 13 miles away.
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Local provider signals in Leamside
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Leamside itself. The nearest recorded are Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2 miles away; Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, about 3 miles away; and Westmount Dental Sunderland, about 7 miles away.
Leamside at a glance
Just under 1 km east, Rainton Gate is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Leamside
Starting orthodontic treatment in Leamside 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Leamside
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Leamside — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Leamside
The orthodontic landscape in Leamside offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Leamside — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Leamside — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Leamside is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Leamside sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,196 residents in Leamside's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Leamside is better served than 64% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Leamside are Belmont Community School (1.8 miles) and Hetton Academy (2.4 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 273 schools and 74,080 pupils across Leamside's Local Authority. Leamside falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Leamside is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Leamside itself. The nearest recorded are Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2 miles away; Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, about 3 miles away; and Westmount Dental Sunderland, about 7 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 Leamside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Leamside
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Leamside, County Durham, these local links help you keep browsing. Related nearby location pages such as Rainton Gate, Carrville, West Rainton, Low Pittington, Chilton Moor, and Gilesgate Moor can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Leamside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Leamside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Leamside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Leamside is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2.5 miles to the north. The next closest are Hetton Dental Practice (2.8 miles) and Smmmile - Invisalign Durham (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Leamside?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Leamside, 17 practices within 10 miles and 74 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Leamside?
The nearest practice to Leamside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (3.3 miles) and Durham Smile Clinic (3.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Leamside, County Durham?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Leamside, County Durham?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.