Orthodontic practices near DH9
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of DH9, 25 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, 1.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile in DurhamAnnfield Plain | 1.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (10 reviews) |
| Consett CarparkConsett | 5.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (53 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITEDConsett | 5.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 6.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 7.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 7.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (666 reviews) |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 7.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (138 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DH9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Annfield Plain, 1.2 miles south-west; the next are Consett (5.0 miles west) and Lamesley (6.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain | 1 | 1.2 miles south-west |
| Consett | 2 | 5.0 miles west |
| Lamesley | 2 | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Felling | 1 | 7.5 miles north-east |
| Newburn | 1 | 7.5 miles north |
| Benwell | 1 | 7.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of DH9
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), 6.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Ryton DentalNewburn | 4.9 (666 reviews) | 7.5 miles north |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 4.8 (406 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-east |
| Neo OrthodonticsBenwell | 4.8 (138 reviews) | 7.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DH9
DH9 is 1.2 miles from Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (6.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around DH9 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.3 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 DH9 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, 5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 9 miles away.
DH9 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,126 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,078 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tanfield School — 0.6 miles North Durham Academy — 0.9 miles St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester — 3.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,674 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 | Smile in Durham, Annfield Plain — 1 miles Consett Carpark, Consett — 5 miles Durham Family Dental | Gateshead, Lamesley — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE16, NE39, NE21, DH7, NE11, DH2, NE17, NE40 |
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 DH9
Most DH9 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 DH9 is Shield Row.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DH9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DH9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DH9 is Smile in Durham in Annfield Plain, about 1.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Consett Carpark (5.0 miles) and QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED (5.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DH9?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of DH9, 25 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DH9?
The nearest practice to DH9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (NORTH) LIMITED in Consett, about 5.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (6.3 miles) and Ryton Dental (7.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the DH9 postcode district?
Places in or next to DH9 include Shield Row, Stanley, New Kyo, East Kyo, Tanfield, Quaking Houses, South Moor and West Kyo.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DH9 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Shield Row, County Durham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near DH9?
Yes, patients around Shield Row, County Durham can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.