Orthodontic practices near South Moor
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of South Moor, 19 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, 1.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 1.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Consett CarparkConsett | 5.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 6.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 6.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 6.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 7.0 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 7.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to South Moor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Annfield Plain, 1.4 miles west; the next are Consett (5.3 miles west) and Durham (6.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 1.4 miles west |
| Consett | 2 | 5.3 miles west |
| Durham | 4 | 6.9 miles south-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 8.0 miles east |
| Felling | 1 | 8.4 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 South Moor
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), 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 10.6 miles east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 8.8 miles north |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 9.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
South Moor 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,677 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 30.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 31.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 359 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within County Durham | 40th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 76% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | North Durham Academy — 1.5 miles Tanfield School — 1.9 miles St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester — 2.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,914 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 — 1 miles Consett Carpark, Consett — 5 miles Durham Smile Clinic, Durham — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 55 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 South Moor
The nearest practice to South Moor is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
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 South Moor list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 South Moor 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, 5.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In South Moor
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Orthodontist in South Moor: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in South Moor. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across County Durham.
The local picture in South Moor
Officially, South Moor is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. South Moor sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.5% of South Moor's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 1,677 residents in South Moor's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across County Durham. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to South Moor are North Durham Academy (1.5 miles) and Tanfield School (1.9 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. South Moor's Local Authority area covers 273 schools and 74,080 pupils, according to DfE figures. South Moor falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, South Moor is about 10 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Pages for Quaking Houses, Shield Row, Stanley, Burnhope, New Kyo, and The Middles follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Local snapshot of South Moor
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Quaking Houses, the closest linked location.
What local practice data suggests in South Moor
No orthodontic practice is recorded in South Moor. The nearest recorded are Smile in Durham, about a mile away; Consett Carpark, about 5 miles away; and Durham Smile Clinic, about 7 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for South Moor
Many people in South Moor delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in South Moor — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in South Moor
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, South Moor has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in South Moor 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.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around South Moor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around South Moor
This part of the page places South Moor, County Durham in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Nearby pages covering Quaking Houses, Shield Row, Stanley, Burnhope, New Kyo, and The Middles may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in South Moor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in South Moor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to South Moor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to South Moor is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, about 1.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Consett Carpark (5.3 miles) and QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near South Moor?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of South Moor, 19 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near South Moor?
The nearest practice to South Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 5.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Durham Smile Clinic (6.9 miles) and DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (6.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in South Moor, County Durham?
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 South Moor, County Durham?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.