Orthodontic practices near Plawsworth
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Plawsworth, 22 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 3.7 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 3.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 3.9 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 6.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 6.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Plawsworth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.7 miles east; the next are Durham (3.7 miles south) and Annfield Plain (6.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 3.7 miles east |
| Durham | 4 | 3.7 miles south |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 6.0 miles west |
| Lamesley | 2 | 7.0 miles north |
| Sunderland | 5 | 8.3 miles north-east |
| Felling | 1 | 8.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Plawsworth
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), 7.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 7.1 miles north |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 9.0 miles north-east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 10.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Plawsworth 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,848 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 31.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 282 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within County Durham | 185th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hermitage Academy — 1.4 miles Park View School — 1.9 miles Framwellgate School Durham — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 3,716 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 | DUNELM ORTHODONTICS, Durham — 4 miles Fence Houses Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 4 miles Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 65 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Alpha Dental Studio — 2 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 Plawsworth
The nearest practice to Plawsworth is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 65.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 11 of the practices around Plawsworth list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Plawsworth are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, 3.7 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 Plawsworth
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Orthodontist in Plawsworth: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Plawsworth often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It connects local orthodontic research in Plawsworth with the wider County Durham area.
What official data says about Plawsworth
Officially, Plawsworth is categorised as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Plawsworth falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 16.5% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,848 residents in Plawsworth's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County Durham. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Plawsworth has more choice than 60% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Plawsworth are Hermitage Academy (1.4 miles) and Park View School (1.9 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 273 schools and 74,080 pupils across Plawsworth's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Plawsworth sits among the more deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Plawsworth is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Plawsworth
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Chester Moor, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Chester Moor, Kimblesworth, Nettlesworth, Tan Hills, Waldridge, and Framwellgate Moor can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
What local practice data suggests in Plawsworth
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Plawsworth. The closest on record are DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, about 4 miles away; Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 4 miles away; and Smile in Durham, about 6 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Plawsworth
Patients in Plawsworth have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Plawsworth offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Plawsworth
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Plawsworth helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Plawsworth
Every case in Plawsworth follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Plawsworth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Plawsworth
This part of the page places Plawsworth, County Durham in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Chester Moor, Kimblesworth, Nettlesworth, Tan Hills, Waldridge, and Framwellgate Moor follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Plawsworth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Plawsworth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Plawsworth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Plawsworth is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 3.7 miles to the east. The next closest are DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (3.7 miles) and Durham Smile Clinic (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Plawsworth?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Plawsworth, 22 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Plawsworth?
The nearest practice to Plawsworth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, about 3.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Durham Smile Clinic (3.8 miles) and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Plawsworth, 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 Plawsworth, County Durham?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.