Orthodontic practices near Mosswood
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Mosswood, 3 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Consett Carpark, 2.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett CarparkConsett | 2.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 2.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 6.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 10.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (666 reviews) |
| Hexham Dental Clinic, Cosmetic & Implant CentreHexham | 11.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (576 reviews) |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 12.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (138 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 13.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 13.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mosswood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Consett, 2.6 miles east; the next are Annfield Plain (6.6 miles east) and Newburn (10.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Consett | 2 | 2.6 miles east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 6.6 miles east |
| Newburn | 1 | 10.1 miles north-east |
| Hexham | 1 | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Benwell | 2 | 12.9 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 13.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mosswood
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), 13.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 13.3 miles north-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 15.6 miles south-east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-east |
| Hexham Dental Clinic, Cosmetic & Implant CentreHexham | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Mosswood at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Northumberland |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,091 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Northumberland | 67th closest to an orthodontic practice of 407 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6% across neighbourhoods in Northumberland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Consett Academy — 2.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,493 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 174 schools, 45,014 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Consett Carpark, Consett — 3 miles Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 7 miles Ryton Dental, Newburn — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 37 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 Mosswood
Mosswood is 2.6 miles from Consett Carpark, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 37.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Ryton Dental (10.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |Gateshead (13.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Mosswood list clear aligners, the nearest 10.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Mosswood are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, 2.7 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 Mosswood
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Orthodontist in Mosswood: This page was put together for people in Mosswood who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Mosswood itself or elsewhere in Northumberland.
Mosswood at a glance
Just around 1 km east, Allensford is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local treatment availability around Mosswood
There is no orthodontist on our records in Mosswood itself. The nearest we do hold are Consett Carpark, about 3 miles away; Smile in Durham, about 7 miles away; and Ryton Dental in Newburn, about 10 miles away.
Nearby location pages
Pages for Allensford, Snods Edge, Castleside, Shotleyfield, Carterway Heads, and Muggleswick follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Mosswood in context
Officially, Mosswood is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.6% of Mosswood's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,091 residents in Mosswood's census neighbourhood, above the 6% average across Northumberland. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Mosswood attend schools such as Consett Academy (2.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Mosswood's Local Authority area covers 174 schools and 45,014 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Mosswood is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Mosswood is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Mosswood
Starting orthodontic treatment in Mosswood 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 Mosswood runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Mosswood
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Mosswood has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Mosswood
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 Mosswood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Mosswood
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Mosswood, Northumberland alone. Related nearby location pages such as Allensford, Snods Edge, Castleside, Shotleyfield, Carterway Heads, and Muggleswick can help you compare a wider local area.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Mosswood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mosswood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mosswood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mosswood is Consett Carpark, about 2.6 miles to the east. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (2.7 miles) and Smile in Durham (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mosswood?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Mosswood, 3 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mosswood?
The nearest practice to Mosswood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 2.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Ryton Dental (10.1 miles) and Neo Orthodontics (12.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mosswood, Northumberland?
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 Mosswood, Northumberland?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.