Orthodontic practices near DL10
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of DL10; 6 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Darlington Dental Clinic, 9.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 9.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (33 reviews) |
| Duke Street Dental PracticeDarlington | 9.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (9 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITEDDarlington | 9.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 9.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics BedaleBedale | 9.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (9 reviews) |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 9.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (46 reviews) |
| Harrowgate Hill Dental PracticeDarlington | 10.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (50 reviews) |
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 11.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (610 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DL10 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Darlington, 9.0 miles north-east; the next are Bedale (9.5 miles south-east) and Middleton St George (11.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington | 6 | 9.0 miles north-east |
| Bedale | 1 | 9.5 miles south-east |
| Middleton St George | 1 | 11.3 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 DL10
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Middleton St George Dental Care (4.9 from 610 reviews), 11.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middleton St George Dental CareMiddleton St George | 4.9 (610 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-east |
| Phillips & Co Cosmetic DentistryDarlington | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 9.4 miles north-east |
| Springs PracticeDarlington | 4.5 (46 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-east |
| Darlington Dental ClinicDarlington | 4.5 (33 reviews) | 9.0 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 DL10
From DL10 the nearest practice is Darlington Dental Clinic, 9 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 16.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill Orthodontics Bedale (9.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around DL10 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.4 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 DL10 are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED in Darlington, 9.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from DL10 to Darlington Dental Clinic is roughly 20 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 230 to 470 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £210 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
DL10 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North Yorkshire |
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 11.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,062 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 44 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Francis Xavier School - a Joint Catholic and Church of England Voluntary Academy — 1.2 miles Richmond School & Sixth Form College — 1.4 miles Risedale School — 2.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,393 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 377 schools, 86,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 25.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Darlington Dental Clinic, Darlington — 9 miles Windmill Orthodontics Bedale, Bedale — 10 miles Middleton St George Dental Care, Middleton St George — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 16 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DL9, DL2, DL8, DL3, DL98, DL11, DL1, DL7 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the DL10 area
Patients in the DL10 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 DL10 is Skeeby.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DL10
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DL10?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DL10 is Darlington Dental Clinic, about 9.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Duke Street Dental Practice (9.3 miles) and QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DL10?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of DL10, 6 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Darlington, 9.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DL10?
The nearest practice to DL10 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (WEST) LIMITED in Darlington, about 9.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Windmill Orthodontics Bedale (9.5 miles) and Springs Practice (9.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the DL10 postcode district?
Places in or next to DL10 include Skeeby, Easby, Scotch Corner, Gilling, Hipswell, Anchorage Hill, Boulton Crofts and Brompton-on-Swale.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DL10 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Skeeby, North Yorkshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.