Orthodontic practices near Middle Herrington
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Middle Herrington, 34 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, 0.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 0.4 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 2.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 2.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 2.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 3.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Mr M E Little - Dental SurgerySunderland | 3.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Fulwell & John Street DentalSunderland | 3.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (81 reviews) |
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 3.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Middle Herrington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 0.4 miles north; the next are Sunderland (2.1 miles north-east) and East Boldon (3.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 0.4 miles north |
| Sunderland | 6 | 2.1 miles north-east |
| East Boldon | 1 | 3.6 miles north |
| Hawthorn | 1 | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Wallsend | 2 | 7.6 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 Middle Herrington
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), 7.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 0.4 miles north |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 9.8 miles north |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 4.9 (909 reviews) | 9.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Middle Herrington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sunderland |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,359 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,028 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Sunderland | 10th closest to an orthodontic practice of 74 places in the county (the county median is 1.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Sunderland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Farringdon Community Academy — 0.4 miles Sandhill View Academy — 1.3 miles Christ's College — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 10 schools, about 9,252 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 122 schools, 41,439 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Salma’s Smiles, Houghton-Le-Spring — under a mile Westmount Dental Sunderland, Sunderland — 2 miles Ashford Orthodontics Ltd, East Boldon — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 34 within 10 miles, 67 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 Middle Herrington
The nearest practice to Middle Herrington is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 34 practices, and within 20 there are 67.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Truly Dental (2.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (7.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Middle Herrington list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Middle Herrington are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, 2.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 11 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Middle Herrington
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Orthodontist in Middle Herrington: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Middle Herrington understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Sunderland and the surrounding area.
A quick look at Middle Herrington
The nearest other location we cover is Doxford Park, under 1 km to the north.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Doxford Park, East Herrington, Thorney Close, Silksworth, West Herrington, and Hastings Hill.
What official data says about Middle Herrington
Middle Herrington 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. Middle Herrington has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.8% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Middle Herrington, 5.7% of the 1,359 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across Sunderland, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Middle Herrington has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Middle Herrington attend schools such as Farringdon Community Academy (0.4 miles) and Sandhill View Academy (1.3 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 122 schools and 41,439 pupils in Middle Herrington's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Middle Herrington falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Middle Herrington is about 11 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
What local practice data suggests in Middle Herrington
There is no orthodontist on our records in Middle Herrington itself. The closest on record are Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, under a mile away; Westmount Dental Sunderland, about 2 miles away; and Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, about 4 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Middle Herrington
Starting orthodontic treatment in Middle Herrington 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Middle Herrington runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Middle Herrington
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Middle Herrington has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Treatment Options in Middle Herrington — Local Context
Provision in Middle Herrington varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Middle Herrington — 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 data puts only 12.8% of Middle Herrington's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Middle Herrington, 5.7% of the 1,359 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across Sunderland, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Middle Herrington has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Middle Herrington attend schools such as Farringdon Community Academy (0.4 miles) and Sandhill View Academy (1.3 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 122 schools and 41,439 pupils in Middle Herrington's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Middle Herrington falls in a less deprived area than most of England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Middle Herrington is about 11 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne. There is no orthodontist on our records in Middle Herrington itself. The nearest recorded are Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, under a mile away; Westmount Dental Sunderland, about 2 miles away; and Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, about 4 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Middle Herrington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Middle Herrington
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Middle Herrington, Sunderland with surrounding locations. You can keep exploring with related pages for Doxford Park, East Herrington, Thorney Close, Silksworth, West Herrington, and Hastings Hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Middle Herrington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Middle Herrington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Middle Herrington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Middle Herrington is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Westmount Dental Sunderland (2.1 miles) and Breeze Dental (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Middle Herrington?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Middle Herrington, 34 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Middle Herrington?
The nearest practice to Middle Herrington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, about 2.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Hetton Dental Practice (3.6 miles) and Wentworth House Dental Practice (7.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Middle Herrington, Sunderland?
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 Middle Herrington, Sunderland?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.