Orthodontic practices near DH6
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of DH6, 8 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, 4.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 4.5 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 4.9 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 5.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 5.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Wentworth House Dental PracticeHawthorn | 6.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (41 reviews) |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 6.5 miles north | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 8.5 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DH6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Durham, 4.5 miles west; the next are Houghton-Le-Spring (4.6 miles north) and Hawthorn (6.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Durham | 4 | 4.5 miles west |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 3 | 4.6 miles north |
| Hawthorn | 1 | 6.0 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 DH6
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), 8.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 8.5 miles north |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 4.1 (113 reviews) | 5.1 miles west |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 4.1 (14 reviews) | 4.6 miles north |
| Wentworth House Dental PracticeHawthorn | 4.0 (41 reviews) | 6.0 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 DH6
The nearest practice to DH6 is Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, 4.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 81.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 2 of the practices around DH6 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 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 DH6 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, 4.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 17 miles away.
DH6 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,279 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 33.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 272 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Belmont Community School — 3.3 miles Wellfield School — 3.7 miles The Academy at Shotton Hall — 4.4 miles |
| 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 — 4 miles Hetton Dental Practice, Houghton-Le-Spring — 5 miles Wentworth House Dental Practice, Hawthorn — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 81 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TS29, DH5, DH97, DH99, TS28, DH4, DL17, DH1 |
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.
Teeth straightening near DH6
Patients in the DH6 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 DH6 is Cassop.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DH6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DH6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DH6 is Smmmile - Invisalign Durham, about 4.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Hetton Dental Practice (4.6 miles) and DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (4.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DH6?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of DH6, 8 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DH6?
The nearest practice to DH6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hetton Dental Practice in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 4.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include DUNELM ORTHODONTICS (4.9 miles) and Durham Smile Clinic (5.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the DH6 postcode district?
Places in or next to DH6 include Cassop, Shadforth, Sherburn Hill, Town Kelloe, Old Thornley, Quarrington Hill, Littletown and Ludworth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DH6 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Cassop, County Durham, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near DH6?
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.