Orthodontic practices near NE9
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of NE9, 43 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 0.5 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 1.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 3.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (420 reviews) |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 3.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 3.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| Windmill North Tyneside OrthodonticsNewcastle upon Tyne | 3.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lamesley, 0.5 miles west; the next are Felling (1.9 miles north) and Newcastle upon Tyne (2.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lamesley | 2 | 0.5 miles west |
| Felling | 1 | 1.9 miles north |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 5 | 2.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NE9
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), 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 0.5 miles west |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 3.2 miles north |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (420 reviews) | 3.1 miles north |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (11 reviews) | 3.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE9
NE9 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around NE9 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around NE9 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 4 miles away.
NE9 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gateshead |
| 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 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,875 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 30.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,028 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead — 0.3 miles Grace College — 0.9 miles XP Gateshead — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 7,957 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 91 schools, 30,087 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Durham Family Dental | Gateshead, Lamesley — under a mile Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental), Felling — 2 miles NEO ORTHODONTICS, Newcastle upon Tyne — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 55 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE85, NE88, NE92, NE8, NE10, NE98, NE1, NE99 |
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 NE9
Most NE9 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 NE9 is Beacon Lough.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE9 is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, about 0.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (0.5 miles) and Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE9?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of NE9, 43 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE9?
The nearest practice to NE9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, about 0.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include NEO ORTHODONTICS (2.7 miles) and Windmill North Tyneside Orthodontics (3.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE9 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE9 include Beacon Lough, Harlow Green, Eighton Banks, Chowdene, Low Fell, Low Fell & Chowdene, Windy Nook and Allerdene.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE9 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Beacon Lough, Gateshead, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near NE9?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.