Orthodontic practices near NE36
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of NE36, 39 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, 2.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 2.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 2.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeSouth Shields | 3.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Grange Road West Dental PracticeWallsend | 3.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (96 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 3.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| 1a Dentist, 74 Fowler street, South ShieldsSouth Shields | 3.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (121 reviews) |
| Fulwell & John Street DentalSunderland | 3.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (81 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE36 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is East Boldon, 2.0 miles south-east; the next are Sunderland (2.6 miles south-east) and South Shields (3.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| East Boldon | 1 | 2.0 miles south-east |
| Sunderland | 4 | 2.6 miles south-east |
| South Shields | 2 | 3.1 miles north |
| Wallsend | 1 | 3.2 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NE36
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Breeze Dental in Sunderland (4.9 from 641 reviews), 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
| St Michael's Dental PracticeSouth Shields | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 3.1 miles north |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.9 (55 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-east |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.8 (970 reviews) | 3.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE36
NE36 is 2 miles from Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 39 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Truly Dental (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around NE36 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 NE36 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Michael's Dental Practice in South Shields, 3.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away.
NE36 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Tyneside |
| 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 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,910 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 675 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Boldon School — 0.4 miles Red House Academy — 1.3 miles Castle View Enterprise Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 schools, about 8,131 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 62 schools, 22,753 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ashford Orthodontics Ltd, East Boldon — 2 miles Truly Dental, Sunderland — 3 miles St Michael's Dental Practice, South Shields — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 39 within 10 miles, 57 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE35, SR5, NE34, SR4, NE33, NE32, SR6, NE29 |
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 NE36
Most NE36 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NE36 is The Boldons.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE36
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE36?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE36 is Ashford Orthodontics Ltd in East Boldon, about 2.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Truly Dental (2.6 miles) and St Michael's Dental Practice (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE36?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of NE36, 39 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE36?
The nearest practice to NE36 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Michael's Dental Practice in South Shields, about 3.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Grange Road West Dental Practice (3.2 miles) and Breeze Dental (3.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE36 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE36 include The Boldons, West Boldon, East Boldon, Downhill, Biddick Hall, Hylton Red House, Town End Farm and Brockley Whins.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE36 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around The Boldons, South Tyneside, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near NE36?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.