Orthodontic practices near Phoenix Row
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Phoenix Row, 4 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, 2.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 2.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 2.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 2.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 10.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 10.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 10.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 10.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 Phoenix Row with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is High Etherley, 2.1 miles south; the next are Bishop Auckland (2.6 miles east) and Durham (10.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| High Etherley | 1 | 2.1 miles south |
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 2.6 miles east |
| Durham | 4 | 10.0 miles north-east |
| Darlington | 6 | 11.0 miles south-east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 13.6 miles north |
| Consett | 2 | 13.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Phoenix Row
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), 18.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aura Dental ClinicStockton-on-Tees | 5.0 (1,138 reviews) | 18.5 miles east |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 19.1 miles north-east |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 18.7 miles south-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 2.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Phoenix Row 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,447 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 | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 247 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% 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 | 89th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 67% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College — 1.9 miles Bishop Barrington Academy — 2.1 miles King James I Academy Bishop Auckland — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,764 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 | West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 2 miles QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED, Bishop Auckland — 3 miles FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED, Durham — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 34 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 Phoenix Row
Phoenix Row is 2.1 miles from West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 34.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (2.6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 12 of the practices around Phoenix Row list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Phoenix Row are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Phoenix Row
County Durham12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Phoenix Row
Orthodontist in Phoenix Row: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Phoenix Row? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Phoenix Row itself or elsewhere in County Durham.
More local pages to browse
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for High Etherley, Low Etherley, Witton Park, High Grange, Escomb, and Etherley Moor.
What official data says about Phoenix Row
ONS classifies Phoenix Row as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Phoenix Row falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. 16.2% of Phoenix Row's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,447 residents in Phoenix Row's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across County Durham. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Phoenix Row is better served than 52% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Phoenix Row are St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College (1.9 miles) and Bishop Barrington Academy (2.1 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Phoenix Row's Local Authority has 273 schools educating 74,080 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Phoenix Row is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Phoenix Row is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local provider signals in Phoenix Row
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Phoenix Row itself. The closest on record are West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 2 miles away; QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 3 miles away; and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED in Durham, about 10 miles away.
A quick look at Phoenix Row
Just around 1 km south, High Etherley is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Phoenix Row
Many people in Phoenix Row delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Phoenix Row
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Phoenix Row
Provision in Phoenix Row varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Phoenix Row is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16.2% of Phoenix Row's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,447 residents in the neighbourhood around Phoenix Row, 7.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across County Durham. Phoenix Row has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Phoenix Row attend schools such as St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College (1.9 miles) and Bishop Barrington Academy (2.1 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 273 schools and 74,080 pupils across Phoenix Row's Local Authority. Phoenix Row sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Phoenix Row is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 23 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Phoenix Row Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Phoenix Row has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. 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 Phoenix Row
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Phoenix Row — 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 Phoenix Row. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Phoenix Row
These links help widen your research beyond Phoenix Row, County Durham if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include High Etherley, Low Etherley, Witton Park, High Grange, Escomb, and Etherley Moor.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Phoenix Row
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Phoenix Row often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Phoenix Row?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Phoenix Row is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 2.1 miles to the south. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (2.6 miles) and Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Phoenix Row?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Phoenix Row, 4 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Phoenix Row?
The nearest practice to Phoenix Row that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 2.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (2.6 miles) and Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Phoenix Row, County Durham?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Phoenix Row, County Durham?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.