Orthodontic practices near Ulgham
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Ulgham, 3 practices within 10 and 36 practices within 20. The closest is 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant Clinic in Morpeth, 4.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant ClinicMorpeth | 4.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (214 reviews) |
| Sunderland Dental Equipment LtdBlyth | 8.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Burnett Dental GroupCramlington | 9.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (37 reviews) |
| Oraprime OrthodonticsWhitley Bay | 14.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Monkseaton Dental PracticeWhitley Bay | 14.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (21 reviews) |
| Newcastle Advanced Dentistry | Kingston Park Clinic | Private Dentist NewcastleGosforth | 14.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (310 reviews) |
| The Dental Studio ProstheticsWhitley Bay | 14.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Alpha Dental Care WellingboroughGosforth | 15.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (108 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ulgham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Morpeth, 4.2 miles south-west; the next are Blyth (8.4 miles south-east) and Cramlington (9.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Morpeth | 1 | 4.2 miles south-west |
| Blyth | 1 | 8.4 miles south-east |
| Cramlington | 1 | 9.5 miles south |
| Whitley Bay | 3 | 14.0 miles south-east |
| Gosforth | 2 | 14.4 miles south |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 15.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ulgham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alma Dental Practice in North Shields (5.0 from 96 reviews), 16.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 16.2 miles south-east |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 4.9 (909 reviews) | 16.6 miles south-east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 17.0 miles south |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (420 reviews) | 17.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ulgham 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 | 10.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,390 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 | 6.2% aged 16 to 24 and 20.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 46 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Northumberland | 104th closest to an orthodontic practice of 407 places in the county (the county median is 8.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.9% here, against 6% across neighbourhoods in Northumberland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The King Edward VI School — 3.8 miles Ashington Academy — 3.8 miles Morpeth Chantry Middle School — 4.1 miles |
| 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 | 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant Clinic, Morpeth — 4 miles Sunderland Dental Equipment Ltd, Blyth — 8 miles Burnett Dental Group, Cramlington — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 36 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Orthodontics — 4 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 Ulgham
Ulgham is 4.2 miles from 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant Clinic in Morpeth, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 36.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant Clinic (4.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |Gateshead (15.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 12 of the practices around Ulgham list clear aligners, the nearest 9.5 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 Ulgham are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sunderland Dental Equipment Ltd in Blyth, 8.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ulgham
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Ulgham, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Northumberland.
The local picture in Ulgham
Ulgham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ulgham. With just 10.8% of residents under 16, Ulgham skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,390 residents in the neighbourhood around Ulgham, 4.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6% average across Northumberland. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Ulgham attend schools such as The King Edward VI School (3.8 miles) and Ashington Academy (3.8 miles). Ulgham's Local Authority area covers 174 schools and 45,014 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Ulgham close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ulgham is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 16 miles away.
Widen your local search
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Longhirst, Stobswood, Pegswood, Tritlington, West Chevington, and Bothal.
Useful local orthodontic context for Ulgham
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ulgham itself. The closest on record are 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant Clinic in Morpeth, about 4 miles away; Sunderland Dental Equipment Ltd in Blyth, about 8 miles away; and Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, about 10 miles away.
Ulgham in numbers
Longhirst is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south of Ulgham.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ulgham
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Ulgham
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Ulgham
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Ulgham
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ulgham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ulgham
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Ulgham, Northumberland, these local links help you keep browsing. For a broader comparison, pages for Longhirst, Stobswood, Pegswood, Tritlington, West Chevington, and Bothal follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ulgham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ulgham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ulgham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ulgham is 23 Cosmetic Dental & Implant Clinic in Morpeth, about 4.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Sunderland Dental Equipment Ltd (8.4 miles) and Burnett Dental Group (9.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ulgham?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Ulgham, 3 practices within 10 miles and 36 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ulgham?
The nearest practice to Ulgham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sunderland Dental Equipment Ltd in Blyth, about 8.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Burnett Dental Group (9.5 miles) and The Dental Studio Prosthetics (14.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ulgham, Northumberland?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ulgham, Northumberland?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.