Orthodontic practices near Leeholme
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Leeholme, 13 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, 2.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 2.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 4.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 8.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 8.2 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 8.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (50 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Leeholme with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bishop Auckland, 2.2 miles west; the next are High Etherley (4.4 miles south-west) and Durham (8.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 2.2 miles west |
| High Etherley | 1 | 4.4 miles south-west |
| Durham | 4 | 8.1 miles north |
| Darlington | 6 | 8.4 miles south |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Wolviston | 1 | 12.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Leeholme
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), 13.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aura Dental ClinicStockton-on-Tees | 5.0 (1,138 reviews) | 13.9 miles east |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 2.2 miles west |
| Queensway Dental - BillinghamStockton-on-Tees | 4.9 (1,588 reviews) | 13.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Leeholme 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,625 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.8% aged 16 to 24 and 30.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 32.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 836 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within County Durham | 95th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 22 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King James I Academy Bishop Auckland — 2.1 miles Whitworth Park Academy — 2.4 miles Ferryhill School — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 3,824 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 | QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED, Bishop Auckland — 2 miles West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 4 miles Durham Smile Clinic, Durham — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 50 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 Leeholme
The nearest practice to Leeholme is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (2.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Leeholme list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 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 Leeholme are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 22 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Leeholme
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Orthodontist in Leeholme: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Leeholme often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Leeholme itself or elsewhere in County Durham.
What official data says about Leeholme
By ONS classification, Leeholme falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Leeholme sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Leeholme's under-16 share sits at 19.8%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,625 residents in Leeholme's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Leeholme is better served than 52% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Leeholme are King James I Academy Bishop Auckland (2.1 miles) and Whitworth Park Academy (2.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Leeholme's Local Authority area covers 273 schools and 74,080 pupils, according to DfE figures. Leeholme's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Leeholme is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Continue your local research
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Coundon, Howlish, Close House, Leasingthorne, Middlestone, and Binchester.
Practice data for Leeholme
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Leeholme itself. The nearest we do hold are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 2 miles away; West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 4 miles away; and Durham Smile Clinic, about 8 miles away.
Leeholme in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Coundon, under 1 km to the west.
The Orthodontic Journey in Leeholme
Starting orthodontic treatment in Leeholme 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Leeholme
What's available in Leeholme depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Leeholme — larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Leeholme's under-16 share sits at 19.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,625 residents in the neighbourhood around Leeholme, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Leeholme has more choice than 52% 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 Leeholme are served by secondary schools including King James I Academy Bishop Auckland (2.1 miles) and Whitworth Park Academy (2.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 273 schools and 74,080 pupils across Leeholme's Local Authority. Leeholme's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Leeholme is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Leeholme Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Leeholme can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Leeholme
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Leeholme — 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 Leeholme. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Leeholme
These links help widen your research beyond Leeholme, County Durham if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Coundon, Howlish, Close House, Leasingthorne, Middlestone, and Binchester.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Leeholme
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Leeholme often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Leeholme?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Leeholme is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 2.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (2.2 miles) and West Auckland Dental Care (4.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Leeholme?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Leeholme, 13 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Leeholme?
The nearest practice to Leeholme that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 2.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (2.2 miles) and West Auckland Dental Care (4.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Leeholme, 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 Leeholme, County Durham?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.