Orthodontic practices near Scruton
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Scruton, 1 practice within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, 3.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Orthodontics BedaleBedale | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (9 reviews) |
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 13.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (610 reviews) |
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 13.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (33 reviews) |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 13.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental PracticeDarlington | 13.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (9 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITEDDarlington | 13.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 13.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 14.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (29 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Scruton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bedale, 3.4 miles south-west; the next are Middleton St George (13.0 miles north) and Darlington (13.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bedale | 1 | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 13.0 miles north |
| Darlington | 6 | 13.2 miles north |
| Yarm | 2 | 14.4 miles north-east |
| Thornaby-on-Tees | 1 | 15.8 miles north-east |
| Stockton-on-Tees | 4 | 17.6 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 Scruton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Queensway Orthodontics - Stockton in Yarm (5.0 from 29 reviews), 14.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queensway Orthodontics - StocktonYarm | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-east |
| Grange Dental PracticeStockton-on-Tees | 4.9 (727 reviews) | 19.9 miles north-east |
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 4.9 (610 reviews) | 13.0 miles north |
| Marton Dental Practice - Dentists MiddlesbroughMarton | 4.9 (588 reviews) | 19.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scruton at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 424 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,053 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 74 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within North Yorkshire | 128th closest to an orthodontic practice of 935 places in the county (the county median is 8.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in North Yorkshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bedale High School — 3.8 miles Northallerton School & Sixth Form College — 4.5 miles |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, Bedale — 3 miles Middleton St George Dental Care, Middleton St George — 13 miles Darlington Dental Clinic, Darlington — 13 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 14 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 Scruton
The nearest practice to Scruton is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, 3.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 14.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill Orthodontics Bedale (3.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 17 of the practices around Scruton list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 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 Scruton are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scruton
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Orthodontist in Scruton: Before booking anything in Scruton, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across North Yorkshire. Scruton — a small village with a population of around 424 — is covered on this page specifically.
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What official data says about Scruton
By ONS classification, Scruton falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Scruton falls under NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Scruton's under-16 share, 13.8%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.3% of the 2,053 residents in Scruton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across North Yorkshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Scruton are Bedale High School (3.8 miles) and Northallerton School & Sixth Form College (4.5 miles). DfE figures put 377 schools and 86,087 pupils across Scruton's Local Authority. National deprivation data ranks Scruton among England's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Scruton is about 36 miles from Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds.
Local provider signals in Scruton
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Scruton itself. The nearest recorded are Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, about 3 miles away; Middleton St George Dental Care, about 13 miles away; and Darlington Dental Clinic, about 13 miles away.
About Scruton
With a population of roughly 424, Scruton is a small village within North Yorkshire. Just around 1 km west, Little Fencote is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Scruton
Patients in Scruton have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Scruton
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Scruton
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scruton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scruton
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Frequently Asked Questions in Scruton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scruton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scruton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scruton is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Middleton St George Dental Care (13.0 miles) and Darlington Dental Clinic (13.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scruton?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Scruton, 1 practice within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scruton?
The nearest practice to Scruton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Middleton St George Dental Care (13.0 miles) and Springs Practice (13.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scruton, North Yorkshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scruton, North Yorkshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.