Orthodontic practices near SR3
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of SR3, 32 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, 0.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 0.8 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (162 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 1.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (970 reviews) |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 1.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (641 reviews) |
| Mr M E Little - Dental SurgerySunderland | 2.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 2.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (55 reviews) |
| Fulwell & John Street DentalSunderland | 2.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (81 reviews) |
| Ashford Orthodontics LtdEast Boldon | 3.1 miles north | – | – | – | 4.5 (10 reviews) |
| Fence Houses Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 4.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.7 (47 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SR3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Houghton-Le-Spring, 0.8 miles west; the next are Sunderland (1.5 miles north) and East Boldon (3.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 2 | 0.8 miles west |
| Sunderland | 5 | 1.5 miles north |
| East Boldon | 1 | 3.1 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SR3
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring (5.0 from 162 reviews), 0.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salma’s SmilesHoughton-Le-Spring | 5.0 (162 reviews) | 0.8 miles west |
| Breeze DentalSunderland | 4.9 (641 reviews) | 1.9 miles north |
| Truly DentalSunderland | 4.9 (55 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Westmount Dental SunderlandSunderland | 4.8 (970 reviews) | 1.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SR3
The nearest practice to SR3 is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 65.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Truly Dental (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around SR3 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SR3 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, 1.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 11 miles away.
SR3 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Sunderland |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,281 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 38.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,682 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 28.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Farringdon Community Academy — 0.6 miles Sandhill View Academy — 1.0 miles Venerable Bede Church of England Academy — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 9 schools, about 8,121 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 122 schools, 41,439 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Salma’s Smiles, Houghton-Le-Spring — under a mile Westmount Dental Sunderland, Sunderland — 2 miles Ashford Orthodontics Ltd, East Boldon — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 65 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SR4, SR2, SR5, SR1, DH5, SR6, SR7, NE36 |
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 SR3 area
Most SR3 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SR3 is Silksworth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SR3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SR3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SR3 is Salma’s Smiles in Houghton-Le-Spring, about 0.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Westmount Dental Sunderland (1.5 miles) and Breeze Dental (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SR3?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of SR3, 32 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SR3?
The nearest practice to SR3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Breeze Dental in Sunderland, about 1.9 miles to the north.
Which places are in or near the SR3 postcode district?
Places in or next to SR3 include Silksworth, New Silksworth, Humbledon, Plains Farm, Sourmilk Hill, Burdon, Thorney Close and Doxford Park.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SR3 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Silksworth, Sunderland, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near SR3?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.