Orthodontic practices near Washington
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Washington, 44 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 3.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 3.8 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 4.0 miles south | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 4.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Washington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.7 miles south-east; the next are Lamesley (3.8 miles north-west) and Sunderland (4.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 3.8 miles north-west |
| Sunderland | 6 | 4.1 miles east |
| East Boldon | 1 | 4.4 miles east |
| Wallsend | 3 | 4.9 miles north |
| Felling | 1 | 5.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Washington
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), 3.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 3.8 miles north-west |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 4.7 miles east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Washington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sunderland |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Population | 53,526 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,389 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 27.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,317 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Sunderland | 72nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 74 places in the county (the county median is 1.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Sunderland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Washington Academy — 0.6 miles Biddick Academy — 0.6 miles St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,519 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 122 schools, 41,439 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Salma’s Smiles, Houghton-Le-Spring — 4 miles Durham Family Dental | Gateshead, Lamesley — 4 miles Westmount Dental Sunderland, Sunderland — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 44 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | {my}dentist — 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 Washington
Washington is 3.7 miles from Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 44 practices, and within 20 there are 59.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (3.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 11 of the practices around Washington list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Washington are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Washington
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Orthodontist in Washington: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Washington. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Sunderland. Washington — a large town with a population of around 53,526 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Washington
Washington is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. With just 11.4% of residents under 16, Washington skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5% of the 1,389 residents in Washington's census neighbourhood, below the 6.7% average across Sunderland. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Washington has more choice than 72% of towns in England. 22.3% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Washington are served by secondary schools including Washington Academy (0.6 miles) and Biddick Academy (0.6 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Washington's Local Authority has 122 schools educating 41,439 pupils (DfE data). By national deprivation ranking, Washington is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Washington is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 7 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Nearby location pages including Glebe, Biddick, Columbia, Albany, Hertburn, and Concord can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Practice data for Washington
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Washington itself. The closest on record are Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 4 miles away; Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, about 4 miles away; and Westmount Dental Sunderland, about 4 miles away.
Local snapshot of Washington
Washington has a population of around 53,526, making it a large town within Sunderland. Just under 1 km north, Glebe is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Orthodontic Treatments in Washington
Patients in Washington have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Washington
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Washington — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
The Orthodontic Journey in Washington
Orthodontic treatment in Washington is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Washington
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Washington — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Washington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Washington
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Washington, Sunderland alone. If you're still deciding, related pages for Glebe, Biddick, Columbia, Albany, Hertburn, and Concord may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Washington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Washington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Washington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Washington is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 3.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Durham Family Dental | Gateshead (3.8 miles) and Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Washington?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Washington, 44 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Washington?
The nearest practice to Washington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, about 3.8 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Breeze Dental (4.7 miles) and Alpha Dental Care - NHS Dentist Stockton (4.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Washington, Sunderland?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Washington, Sunderland?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.