Orthodontic practices near Wideopen
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Wideopen, 36 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, 2.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnett Dental GroupCramlington | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (37 reviews) |
| Alpha Dental Care WellingboroughGosforth | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (108 reviews) |
| Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle DentistNewcastle upon Tyne | 3.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (254 reviews) |
| Newcastle Advanced Dentistry | Kingston Park Clinic | Private Dentist NewcastleGosforth | 3.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (310 reviews) |
| Honour Health Dental - Jesmond, NewcastleWallsend | 4.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (811 reviews) |
| The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |GatesheadBenwell | 4.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (172 reviews) |
| Queensway Orthodontics - BillinghamNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (122 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental HospitalNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.3 (177 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Wideopen with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cramlington, 2.9 miles north-east; the next are Gosforth (3.2 miles south) and Newcastle upon Tyne (3.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cramlington | 1 | 2.9 miles north-east |
| Gosforth | 2 | 3.2 miles south |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 9 | 3.2 miles south |
| Wallsend | 3 | 4.1 miles south |
| Benwell | 2 | 4.5 miles south-west |
| Whitley Bay | 3 | 6.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Wideopen
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), 8.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 8.2 miles south |
| Alma Dental PracticeNorth Shields | 5.0 (96 reviews) | 7.2 miles east |
| Union Quay DentalSouth Shields | 4.9 (909 reviews) | 7.8 miles east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Wideopen at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Tyneside |
| 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 | 8,976 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,909 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 34.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 448 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| Access within North Tyneside | 28th closest to an orthodontic practice of 32 places in the county (the county median is 1.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.2% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in North Tyneside |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | North Gosforth Academy — 0.6 miles Great Park Academy — 1.5 miles Cramlington Learning Village — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 9,184 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 83 schools, 30,934 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Burnett Dental Group, Cramlington — 3 miles Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough, Gosforth — 3 miles Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle Dentist, Newcastle upon Tyne — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 53 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Brunswick Dental Practice — under a mile |
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 Wideopen
The nearest practice to Wideopen is Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 53.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough (3.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dental Care Clinic | Private Dentist | Orthodontics | Invisalign | Teeth Whitening |Dental Implants |Newcastle |Gateshead (4.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Wideopen list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 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 Wideopen are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wideopen
North Tyneside12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Wideopen
Orthodontist in Wideopen: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Wideopen. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across North Tyneside. Wideopen — a small town with a population of around 8,976 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Wideopen
Officially, Wideopen is categorised as urban: 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 Wideopen. Wideopen's under-16 share sits at 18.5%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,909 residents in the neighbourhood around Wideopen, 5.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across North Tyneside. Wideopen has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Wideopen are served by secondary schools including North Gosforth Academy (0.6 miles) and Great Park Academy (1.5 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. Wideopen's Local Authority area covers 83 schools and 30,934 pupils, according to DfE figures. Wideopen's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wideopen is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 5 miles away.
About Wideopen
Wideopen is home to around 8,976 people, classing it as a small town within North Tyneside. North Brunton is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Wideopen.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as North Brunton, Seaton Burn, Brunswick Village, Brunton Park, Hazlerigg, and Melton Park may also help.
Practice signals around Wideopen
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Wideopen. The closest on record are Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, about 3 miles away; Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough in Gosforth, about 3 miles away; and Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle Dentist in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 3 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Wideopen
Many people in Wideopen delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Wideopen
There's no orthodontist on record in Wideopen itself; the nearest dentist, Brunswick Dental Practice, is under a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Wideopen sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Wideopen's under-16 share sits at 18.5%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.2% of the 1,909 residents in Wideopen's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across North Tyneside. With 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, Wideopen is better served than 69% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Wideopen are served by secondary schools including North Gosforth Academy (0.6 miles) and Great Park Academy (1.5 miles). 9 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 83 schools and 30,934 pupils in Wideopen's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Wideopen sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Wideopen is Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 5 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Wideopen
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Wideopen has the full spectrum of options. 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 Wideopen
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 Wideopen practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wideopen. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wideopen
This section helps connect Wideopen, North Tyneside to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including North Brunton, Seaton Burn, Brunswick Village, Brunton Park, Hazlerigg, and Melton Park.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Wideopen
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wideopen often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wideopen?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wideopen is Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough (3.2 miles) and Gosforth Dental Surgery - Newcastle Dentist (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wideopen?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Wideopen, 36 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wideopen?
The nearest practice to Wideopen that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Burnett Dental Group in Cramlington, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Alpha Dental Care Wellingborough (3.2 miles) and Queensway Orthodontics - Billingham (4.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wideopen, North Tyneside?
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 Wideopen, North Tyneside?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.