Orthodontic practices near DL16
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of DL16, 7 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland, 3.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 3.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (28 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITEDBishop Auckland | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDDurham | 5.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 5.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (113 reviews) |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 5.4 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| DUNELM ORTHODONTICSDurham | 5.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 6.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (54 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 10.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to DL16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bishop Auckland, 3.6 miles south-west; the next are Durham (5.3 miles north) and High Etherley (6.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Auckland | 2 | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Durham | 4 | 5.3 miles north |
| High Etherley | 1 | 6.5 miles south-west |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 1 | 10.3 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 DL16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (5.0 from 28 reviews), 3.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queensway Dental - Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland | 5.0 (28 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-west |
| Durham Smile ClinicDurham | 4.1 (113 reviews) | 5.4 miles north |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 4.1 (14 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-east |
| West Auckland Dental CareHigh Etherley | 3.4 (54 reviews) | 6.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from DL16
DL16 is 3.6 miles from Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland (3.6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around DL16 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around DL16 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland, 3.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 20 miles away.
DL16 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,961 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 32.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,437 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitworth Park Academy — 0.4 miles Ferryhill School — 1.6 miles Parkside Academy — 3.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,723 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 | Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland, Bishop Auckland — 4 miles FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED, Durham — 5 miles West Auckland Dental Care, High Etherley — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 63 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | DL17, DL4, DL5, DH1, DL14, DH99, DH7, DH97 |
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 DL16
A typical orthodontic search around DL16 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for DL16 is Spennymoor.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near DL16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to DL16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to DL16 is Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland, about 3.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (3.7 miles) and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near DL16?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of DL16, 7 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near DL16?
The nearest practice to DL16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queensway Dental - Bishop Auckland, about 3.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICS (EAST) LIMITED (3.7 miles) and FALCHION ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (5.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the DL16 postcode district?
Places in or next to DL16 include Spennymoor, Tudhoe Grange, Low Spennymoor, Merrington Lane, Tudhoe, Middlestone, Kirk Merrington and North Close.
How do I find an orthodontist near the DL16 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Spennymoor, County Durham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.