Orthodontic practices near Quebec
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Quebec, 10 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, 4.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 4.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 5.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 5.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 6.1 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Consett CarparkConsett | 6.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 6.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 8.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Quebec with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Annfield Plain, 4.6 miles north; the next are Durham (5.4 miles east) and Consett (6.2 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 4.6 miles north |
| Durham | 4 | 5.4 miles east |
| Consett | 2 | 6.2 miles north-west |
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 8.8 miles south |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 10.9 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 Quebec
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), 10.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 12.7 miles north-east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 8.8 miles south |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 12.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Quebec 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 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,581 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 28.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 133 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within County Durham | 233rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester — 2.9 miles Durham Academy — 3.3 miles Durham Johnston Comprehensive School — 5.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,240 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 | Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 5 miles FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED, Durham — 5 miles Consett Carpark, Consett — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Westlands 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 Quebec
Quebec is 4.6 miles from Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (8.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 12 of the practices around Quebec list clear aligners, the nearest 5.5 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 Quebec are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED in Durham, 5.4 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 Quebec
County Durham12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Quebec
Orthodontist in Quebec: Before booking anything in Quebec, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of County Durham.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Esh, Waterhouses, Esh Winning, Deanery View, Lanchester, and Burnhope if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Useful local orthodontic context for Quebec
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Quebec. The nearest recorded are Smile in Durham, about 5 miles away; FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED in Durham, about 5 miles away; and Consett Carpark, about 6 miles away.
Quebec in context
ONS classifies Quebec as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Quebec sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Quebec's under-16 share sits at 17.7%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 1,581 residents in Quebec's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across County Durham. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Quebec are St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester (2.9 miles) and Durham Academy (3.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 273 schools and 74,080 pupils across Quebec's Local Authority. Quebec's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Quebec is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Quebec in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Esh, around 1 km to the east.
All Orthodontic Options in Quebec Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Quebec has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. 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 Quebec 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.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Quebec
Starting orthodontic treatment in Quebec can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Quebec
Every case in Quebec 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 Quebec. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Quebec
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Quebec, County Durham, these local links help you keep browsing. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Esh, Waterhouses, Esh Winning, Deanery View, Lanchester, and Burnhope.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Quebec
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Quebec often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Quebec?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Quebec is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, about 4.6 miles to the north. The next closest are FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (5.4 miles) and Durham Smile Clinic (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Quebec?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Quebec, 10 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Quebec?
The nearest practice to Quebec that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED in Durham, about 5.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Durham Smile Clinic (5.5 miles) and DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (5.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Quebec, County Durham?
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 Quebec, County Durham?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.