Orthodontic practices near Low Pittington
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Low Pittington, 15 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 2.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 2.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 3.1 miles north | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 3.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 3.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 4.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 4.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.6 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Wentworth House Dental PracticeHawthorn | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (41 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Low Pittington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 2.0 miles north-east; the next are Durham (3.6 miles south-west) and Hawthorn (6.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 2.0 miles north-east |
| Durham | 4 | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Hawthorn | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
| Sunderland | 5 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| East Boldon | 1 | 8.8 miles north |
| Lamesley | 2 | 10.0 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Low Pittington
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), 10.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-west |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 5.6 miles north |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 11.9 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.
Low Pittington 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,516 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 184 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% 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 | 81st closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hetton Academy — 1.7 miles Belmont Community School — 1.8 miles Kepier — 2.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,699 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 | Hetton Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 2 miles Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, Durham — 4 miles Wentworth House Dental Practice, Hawthorn — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 77 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 Low Pittington
Low Pittington is 2 miles from Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 77.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Truly Dental (8.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (10 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Low Pittington list clear aligners, the nearest 4.1 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 Low Pittington 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 miles 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 Low Pittington
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Local orthodontic signals in Low Pittington
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Low Pittington itself. The nearest recorded are Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2 miles away; Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, about 4 miles away; and Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, about 6 miles away.
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Facts about Low Pittington
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The local picture in Low Pittington
ONS classifies Low Pittington as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Low Pittington falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Low Pittington, 6.8% of the 1,516 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Low Pittington is better served than 64% of towns in England. 22.3% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Low Pittington attend schools such as Hetton Academy (1.7 miles) and Belmont Community School (1.8 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 273 schools and 74,080 pupils in Low Pittington's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Low Pittington is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Low Pittington is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Low Pittington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Low Pittington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Low Pittington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Low Pittington is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Fence Houses Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and Smmmile - Invisalign Durham (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Low Pittington?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Low Pittington, 15 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Low Pittington?
The nearest practice to Low Pittington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 2.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (3.9 miles) and Durham Smile Clinic (4.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Low Pittington, 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 Low Pittington, County Durham?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.