Orthodontic practices near Low Team
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Low Team, 41 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, 1.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (420 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 1.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 1.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental HospitalNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (177 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Low Team with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Felling, 1.2 miles north-east; the next are Newcastle upon Tyne (1.4 miles north-east) and Lamesley (1.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Felling | 1 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 1.4 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Benwell | 2 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Wallsend | 3 | 3.1 miles north |
| Gosforth | 2 | 3.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Low Team
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), 1.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-east |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 8.3 miles north-east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 5.4 miles west |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Low Team 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 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,021 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 41.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 49.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 687 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.8% 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 | 25th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 80% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 7% across neighbourhoods in Gateshead |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsmeadow Community School — 0.9 miles North East Futures UTC — 1.3 miles Grace College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 9,734 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 — 1 miles NEO ORTHODONTICS, Newcastle upon Tyne — 1 miles Durham Family Dental | Gateshead, Lamesley — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 41 within 10 miles, 56 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 Team
Low Team is 1.2 miles from Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 41 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (1.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 13 of the practices around Low Team 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 Low Team 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, 1.4 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 Low Team
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Orthodontist in Low Team: This page was put together for people in Low Team who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Gateshead.
The local picture in Low Team
Low Team is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,021 residents in the neighbourhood around Low Team, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Gateshead. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (18), Low Team has more choice than 89% 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 Low Team are served by secondary schools including Kingsmeadow Community School (0.9 miles) and North East Futures UTC (1.3 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 91 schools and 30,087 pupils in Low Team's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Low Team falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Low Team is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Practice signals around Low Team
There is no orthodontist on our records in Low Team itself. The nearest recorded are Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, about a mile away; NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, about a mile away; and Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, about 2 miles away.
A quick look at Low Team
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Teams, the closest linked location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Low Team
Starting orthodontic treatment in Low Team can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Low Team
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Low Team
What's available in Low Team depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Low Team — urban: 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. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Low Team, 6.5% of the 2,021 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across Gateshead, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (18), Low Team 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. Families in Low Team are served by secondary schools including Kingsmeadow Community School (0.9 miles) and North East Futures UTC (1.3 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 91 schools and 30,087 pupils across Low Team's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Low Team among England's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Low Team is about 2 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Low Team Explained
Patients in Low Team have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Low Team
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 Low Team. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Low Team
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Low Team, Gateshead within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Teams, Bensham, Lobley Hill, Dunston Hill, Newcastle Helix, and Saltwell.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Low Team
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Low Team often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Low Team?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Low Team is Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) in Felling, about 1.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are NEO ORTHODONTICS (1.4 miles) and Smmmile (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Low Team?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Low Team, 41 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Low Team?
The nearest practice to Low Team that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NEO ORTHODONTICS in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 1.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (1.8 miles) and Neo Orthodontics (2.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Low Team, Gateshead?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Low Team, Gateshead?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.