Orthodontic practices near DH4
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of DH4, 27 practices within 10 and 68 practices within 20. The closest is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 0.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 2.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 3.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| Mr M E Little - Dental SurgerySunderland | 5.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 5.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DH4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 0.8 miles south-west; the next are Sunderland (4.2 miles north-east) and East Boldon (5.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Sunderland | 4 | 4.2 miles north-east |
| East Boldon | 1 | 5.5 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DH4
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), 2.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 4.9 miles north-east |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.9 (55 reviews) | 4.9 miles north-east |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.8 (970 reviews) | 4.2 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 DH4
DH4 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 68.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Truly Dental (4.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around DH4 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DH4 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, 3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 10 miles away.
DH4 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,210 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 35.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,568 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kepier — 1.1 miles St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Washington — 2.6 miles Farringdon Community Academy — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,053 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 | Fence Houses Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — under a mile Westmount Dental Sunderland, Sunderland — 4 miles Ashford Orthodontics Ltd, East Boldon — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 27 within 10 miles, 68 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DH5, NE38, NE37, DH97, DH3, SR3, SR4, DH98 |
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.
Orthodontic research around DH4
Most DH4 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 DH4 is Sedgeletch.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DH4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DH4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DH4 is Fence Houses Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Salma’s Smiles (2.6 miles) and Hetton Dental Practice (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DH4?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of DH4, 27 practices within 10 miles and 68 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DH4?
The nearest practice to DH4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 3.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Breeze Dental (4.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the DH4 postcode district?
Places in or next to DH4 include Sedgeletch, Shiney Row, Grasswell, Newbottle, Philadelphia, High Dubmire, Chilton Moor and East Rainton.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DH4 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Sedgeletch, Sunderland, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DH4?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.