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Orthodontic practices near Redworth

On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Redworth, 10 practices within 10 and 41 practices within 20. The closest is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, 4.2 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley4.2 miles north-west✓–✓3.4 (54 reviews)
QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland4.8 miles north✓–––
Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland4.8 miles north✓–✓5.0 (28 reviews)
Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington5.0 miles south-east✓–✓4.2 (50 reviews)
Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington5.7 miles south-east––✓4.9 (246 reviews)
Duke Street Dental PracticeDarlington5.8 miles south-east–––4.3 (9 reviews)
QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITEDDarlington5.9 miles south-east✓–––
Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington6.2 miles south-east–––4.5 (33 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Redworth with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is High Etherley, 4.2 miles north-west; the next are Bishop Auckland (4.8 miles north) and Darlington (5.0 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
High Etherley14.2 miles north-west
Bishop Auckland24.8 miles north
Darlington65.0 miles south-east
Middleton St George18.8 miles south-east
Durham412.2 miles north
Yarm212.6 miles south-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Redworth

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), 13.6 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Aura Dental ClinicStockton-on-Tees5.0 (1,138 reviews)13.6 miles east
Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm5.0 (29 reviews)12.7 miles south-east
Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland5.0 (28 reviews)4.8 miles north
Queensway Dental - BillinghamStockton-on-Tees4.9 (1,588 reviews)13.6 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Redworth at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaDarlington
NHS dental servicesNHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1619.4% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents2,706 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally9.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 28.6% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre45 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health12.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles4 practices, more than 56% of towns in England
Access within Darlington39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 43 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county9.5% here, against 7.4% across neighbourhoods in Darlington
Nearest university dental hospitalNewcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 26 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsGreenfield Academy — 1.8 miles
UTC South Durham — 2.1 miles
Woodham Academy — 3.4 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles2 schools, about 987 pupils (DfE)
Schools in council area46 schools, 16,037 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.3% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesWest Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 4 miles
QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED, Bishop Auckland — 5 miles
Harrowgate Hill Dental Practice, Darlington — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles10 within 10 miles, 41 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 Redworth

Redworth is 4.2 miles from West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 41.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (4.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Redworth list clear aligners, the nearest 4.2 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Redworth 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, 4.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 26 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Redworth

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Orthodontic treatment options in Redworth

Orthodontist in Redworth: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Redworth, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It connects local orthodontic research in Redworth with the wider Darlington area.

What we know about practices near Redworth

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Redworth itself. The closest on record are West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 4 miles away; QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED in Bishop Auckland, about 5 miles away; and Harrowgate Hill Dental Practice in Darlington, about 5 miles away.

Facts about Redworth

The nearest other location we cover is Houghton Bank, around 1 km to the west.

What official data says about Redworth

ONS classifies Redworth as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Redworth sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 19.4% of Redworth's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.5% of the 2,706 residents in Redworth's census neighbourhood, above the 7.4% average across Darlington. Redworth has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% 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 Redworth attend schools such as Greenfield Academy (1.8 miles) and UTC South Durham (2.1 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 46 schools and 16,037 pupils across Redworth's Local Authority. Redworth's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Redworth is Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, about 26 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

Compare nearby areas

If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Houghton Bank, Houghton-le-Side, New Shildon, School Aycliffe, Shildon, and Sunnydale.

All Orthodontic Options in Redworth Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Redworth has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Redworth

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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Redworth

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Redworth helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Redworth

Not every practice near Redworth offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. ONS classifies Redworth as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Redworth's under-16 share sits at 19.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Redworth, 9.5% of the 2,706 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.4% average across Darlington, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Redworth has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 56% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Redworth are served by secondary schools including Greenfield Academy (1.8 miles) and UTC South Durham (2.1 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 46 schools and 16,037 pupils across Redworth's Local Authority. Redworth's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Redworth is about 26 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Redworth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Redworth

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Redworth often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Redworth?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Redworth is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 4.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (4.8 miles) and Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (4.8 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Redworth?

Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Redworth, 10 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Redworth?

The nearest practice to Redworth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Auckland Dental Care in High Etherley, about 4.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (4.8 miles) and Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (4.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Redworth, Darlington?

Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Redworth, Darlington?

Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.

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TitleRedworth, Darlington Clear Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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