Orthodontic practices near NE92
On our practice register: 17 practices within 5 miles of NE92, 43 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, 1.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 1.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (443 reviews) |
| Windmill Orthodontics GatesheadLamesley | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental)Felling | 1.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (406 reviews) |
| NEO ORTHODONTICSNewcastle upon Tyne | 1.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (420 reviews) |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (485 reviews) |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (11 reviews) |
| Newcastle Dental HospitalNewcastle upon Tyne | 2.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (177 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NE92 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lamesley, 1.0 miles south-east; the next are Felling (1.2 miles north-east) and Newcastle upon Tyne (1.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lamesley | 2 | 1.0 miles south-east |
| Felling | 1 | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | 5 | 1.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NE92
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), 1.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Durham Family Dental | GatesheadLamesley | 5.0 (443 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-east |
| The Cosmetic Dental ClinicNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (485 reviews) | 2.2 miles north |
| SmmmileNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (420 reviews) | 2.1 miles north |
| M F Lee Dental SurgeryNewcastle upon Tyne | 4.9 (11 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NE92
The nearest practice to NE92 is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, 1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 43 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around NE92 list clear aligners, the nearest 1 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 NE92 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 3 miles away.
NE92 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 | 21.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,094 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 | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 37.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 43.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,654 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Grace College — 1.0 miles Kingsmeadow Community School — 1.6 miles Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 6,657 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 — 1 miles Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental), Felling — 1 miles NEO ORTHODONTICS, Newcastle upon Tyne — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 43 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NE88, NE8, NE11, NE99, NE1, NE9, NE98, NE85 |
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 NE92 area
A typical orthodontic search around NE92 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for NE92 is Saltwell.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NE92
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NE92?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NE92 is Durham Family Dental | Gateshead in Lamesley, about 1.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead (1.0 miles) and Denmark Street Dental Practice (Westmount Dental) (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NE92?
Our register has 17 practices within 5 miles of NE92, 43 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NE92?
The nearest practice to NE92 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Windmill Orthodontics Gateshead in Lamesley, about 1.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include NEO ORTHODONTICS (1.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the NE92 postcode district?
Places in or next to NE92 include Saltwell, Bensham, Team Valley, Lobley Hill, Shipcote, Low Team, Teams and Chowdene.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NE92 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Saltwell, Gateshead, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near NE92?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.