Orthodontic practices near The Dene
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of The Dene, 13 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Consett Carpark, 2.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consett CarparkConsett | 2.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 4.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 6.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (666 reviews) |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 8.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (138 reviews) |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 9.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 9.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 9.3 miles 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 The Dene with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Consett, 2.7 miles south; the next are Annfield Plain (4.1 miles south-east) and Newburn (6.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Consett | 2 | 2.7 miles south |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Newburn | 1 | 6.2 miles north |
| Benwell | 2 | 8.6 miles north-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 9.3 miles east |
| Felling | 1 | 9.8 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 The Dene
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), 9.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 9.3 miles east |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 15.2 miles east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 6.2 miles north |
| Hexham Dental Clinic, Cosmetic & Implant CentreHexham | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 12.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Dene 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,419 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 368 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within County Durham | 129th closest to an orthodontic practice of 354 places in the county (the county median is 3.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.7 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County Durham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Consett Academy — 2.2 miles Tanfield School — 4.6 miles Prudhoe Community High School — 4.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,493 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 | Consett Carpark, Consett — 3 miles Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 4 miles Ryton Dental, Newburn — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 13 within 10 miles, 55 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | S.Nepali Dental Practice — 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 The Dene
The Dene is 2.7 miles from Consett Carpark, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 13 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Ryton Dental (6.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |Gateshead (9.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around The Dene list clear aligners, the nearest 6.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around The Dene 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, 2.7 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 The Dene
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Orthodontist in The Dene: People exploring braces and clear aligners in The Dene often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of County Durham.
Nearby location pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for High Westwood, Low Westwood, Medomsley, Medomsley Edge, Ebchester, and Blackhall Mill.
A quick look at The Dene
High Westwood is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north of The Dene.
Practice signals around The Dene
There is no orthodontist on our records in The Dene itself. The nearest recorded are Consett Carpark, about 3 miles away; Smile in Durham, about 4 miles away; and Ryton Dental in Newburn, about 6 miles away.
The local picture in The Dene
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, The Dene sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 13.1% of The Dene's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around The Dene, 4.9% of the 1,419 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across County Durham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The Dene has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to The Dene are Consett Academy (2.2 miles) and Tanfield School (4.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. The Dene's Local Authority has 273 schools educating 74,080 pupils (DfE data). The Dene falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Dene is about 10 miles from Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne.
All Orthodontic Options in The Dene Explained
Patients in The Dene have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in The Dene
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most The Dene practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in The Dene
Many people in The Dene delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. 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 The Dene — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Dene. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Dene
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around The Dene, County Durham, these local links help you keep browsing. You can keep exploring with related pages for High Westwood, Low Westwood, Medomsley, Medomsley Edge, Ebchester, and Blackhall Mill.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in The Dene
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Dene often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Dene?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Dene is Consett Carpark, about 2.7 miles to the south. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (2.7 miles) and Smile in Durham (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Dene?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of The Dene, 13 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Dene?
The nearest practice to The Dene that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 2.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ryton Dental (6.2 miles) and Neo Orthodontics (8.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Dene, 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 The Dene, County Durham?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.