Orthodontic practices near Snods Edge
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Snods Edge, 4 practices within 10 and 41 practices within 20. The closest is Consett Carpark, 2.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett CarparkConsett | 2.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 6.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 9.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (666 reviews) |
| Hexham Dental Clinic, Cosmetic & Implant CentreHexham | 10.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (576 reviews) |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 12.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (138 reviews) |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 12.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 12.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Snods Edge with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Consett, 2.9 miles south-east; the next are Annfield Plain (6.7 miles east) and Newburn (9.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Consett | 2 | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 6.7 miles east |
| Newburn | 1 | 9.0 miles north-east |
| Hexham | 1 | 10.6 miles north-west |
| Benwell | 2 | 12.0 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 12.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Snods Edge
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), 12.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 12.7 miles east |
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 16.8 miles south-east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 9.0 miles north-east |
| Hexham Dental Clinic, Cosmetic & Implant CentreHexham | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 10.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Snods Edge at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Northumberland |
| 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 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,091 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 | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Northumberland | 73rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 407 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6% across neighbourhoods in Northumberland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Consett Academy — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,493 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 174 schools, 45,014 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Consett Carpark, Consett — 3 miles Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 7 miles Ryton Dental, Newburn — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 41 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | S.Nepali Dental Practice — 3 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 Snods Edge
Snods Edge is 2.9 miles from Consett Carpark, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 41.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Ryton Dental (9 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |Gateshead (12.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Snods Edge list clear aligners, the nearest 9 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 Snods Edge are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, 2.9 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 Snods Edge
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Orthodontist in Snods Edge: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Snods Edge keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Northumberland.
Local treatment availability around Snods Edge
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Snods Edge itself. The nearest recorded are Consett Carpark, about 3 miles away; Smile in Durham, about 7 miles away; and Ryton Dental in Newburn, about 9 miles away.
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If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Shotleyfield, Mosswood, Allensford, Carterway Heads, Benfieldside, and Whittonstall.
Snods Edge in context
Officially, Snods Edge is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Snods Edge falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Snods Edge's under-16 share sits at 15.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Snods Edge, 7.7% of the 1,091 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6% average across Northumberland, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Snods Edge attend schools such as Consett Academy (3.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 174 schools and 45,014 pupils in Snods Edge's Local Authority area, per DfE data. By national deprivation ranking, Snods Edge is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Snods Edge is about 14 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Facts about Snods Edge
The nearest other location we cover is Shotleyfield, around 1 km to the north.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Snods Edge
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Snods Edge
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Snods Edge
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Snods Edge. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Snods Edge
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Snods Edge, Northumberland. This page links onward to Shotleyfield, Mosswood, Allensford, Carterway Heads, Benfieldside, and Whittonstall for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Snods Edge
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Snods Edge often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Snods Edge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Snods Edge is Consett Carpark, about 2.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (2.9 miles) and Smile in Durham (6.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Snods Edge?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Snods Edge, 4 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Snods Edge?
The nearest practice to Snods Edge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 2.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ryton Dental (9.0 miles) and Neo Orthodontics (12.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Snods Edge, Northumberland?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Snods Edge, Northumberland?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.