Orthodontic practices near DH3
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of DH3, 33 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 3.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 4.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 6.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 6.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 6.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DH3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 3.3 miles south-east; the next are Lamesley (4.2 miles north) and Felling (6.0 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Lamesley | 2 | 4.2 miles north |
| Felling | 1 | 6.0 miles north |
| Sunderland | 1 | 6.2 miles east |
| Durham | 1 | 6.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DH3
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), 4.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 4.3 miles north |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 5.2 miles east |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.8 (970 reviews) | 6.2 miles east |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 4.8 (406 reviews) | 6.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DH3
DH3 is 3.3 miles from Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 33 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (4.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 2 of the practices around DH3 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.2 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 DH3 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, 4.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away.
DH3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gateshead |
| 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 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 27.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,283 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Park View School — 1.2 miles Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy — 1.5 miles Hermitage Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 8,031 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fence Houses Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 3 miles Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead, Lamesley — 4 miles Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental), Felling — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 33 within 10 miles, 60 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DH98, DH2, NE38, NE37, NE9, NE85, NE10, 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 DH3
A typical orthodontic search around DH3 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DH3 is Barley Mow.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DH3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DH3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DH3 is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (4.2 miles) and Durham Family Dental | Gateshead (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DH3?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of DH3, 33 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DH3?
The nearest practice to DH3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, about 4.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Hetton Dental Practice (5.9 miles) and DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (6.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the DH3 postcode district?
Places in or next to DH3 include Barley Mow, Chester-le-Street, Rickleton, South Pelaw, North Side, Harraton, Lambton and Castle Dene.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DH3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Barley Mow, Gateshead, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.