Orthodontic practices near DH1
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of DH1, 12 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, 0.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 0.5 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 0.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 0.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 8.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 8.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DH1 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Durham, 0.5 miles south; the next are Houghton-Le-Spring (5.0 miles north-east) and Annfield Plain (8.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Durham | 4 | 0.5 miles south |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 8.4 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 DH1
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring (5.0 from 162 reviews), 8.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 4.2 (10 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-west |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 4.1 (113 reviews) | 0.9 miles south-west |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 4.1 (14 reviews) | 5.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DH1
DH1 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smmmile - Invisalign Durham is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around DH1 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 DH1 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 14 miles away.
DH1 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 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 16,522 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 2.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 57.9% aged 16 to 24 and 17.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,600 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham — 0.9 miles Durham Johnston Comprehensive School — 1.3 miles Framwellgate School Durham — 1.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,456 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 | Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, Durham — under a mile Fence Houses Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 5 miles Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 76 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DH99, DH97, DH98, DH2, DH3, DL16, DH7, DH4 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in DH1
People searching from DH1 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DH1 is Gilesgate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DH1
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DH1?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DH1 is Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (0.7 miles) and Durham Smile Clinic (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DH1?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of DH1, 12 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DH1?
The nearest practice to DH1 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DUNELM ORTHODONTICS in Durham, about 0.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Durham Smile Clinic (0.9 miles) and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (1.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the DH1 postcode district?
Places in or next to DH1 include Gilesgate, Durham, Newton Hall, Old Durham, Houghall, Western Hill, Gilesgate Moor and West Sherburn.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DH1 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Gilesgate, County Durham, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near DH1?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.