Orthodontic practices near TS26
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of TS26, 18 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Malmin Dental in Hartlepool, 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malmin DentalHartlepool | 0.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (27 reviews) |
| Hartlepool Dental & Implant CentreHartlepool | 0.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (78 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental PracticeHartlepool | 0.6 miles east | – | – | – | 2.5 (25 reviews) |
| Bentley Mathieson DentalcareHartlepool | 0.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Dental Care and Select OrthodonticsHartlepool | 2.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (14 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental FerryhillWolviston | 5.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Billingham DentalBillingham | 6.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (44 reviews) |
| QUEENSWAY ORTHODONTICSBillingham | 6.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TS26 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hartlepool, 0.6 miles east; the next are Wolviston (5.1 miles south-west) and Billingham (6.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hartlepool | 5 | 0.6 miles east |
| Wolviston | 1 | 5.1 miles south-west |
| Billingham | 2 | 6.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TS26
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Westmount Dental Ferryhill in Wolviston (4.9 from 164 reviews), 5.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westmount Dental FerryhillWolviston | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 5.1 miles south-west |
| Bentley Mathieson DentalcareHartlepool | 4.8 (217 reviews) | 0.7 miles east |
| Malmin DentalHartlepool | 4.7 (27 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| Billingham DentalBillingham | 4.6 (44 reviews) | 6.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TS26
The nearest practice to TS26 is Malmin Dental in Hartlepool, 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 18 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Malmin Dental (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around TS26 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 TS26 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Hartlepool Dental & Implant Centre, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 26 miles away.
TS26 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Hartlepool |
| 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 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,027 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 | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 27.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,241 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Newcastle Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | High Tunstall College of Science — 0.6 miles Manor Community Academy — 0.6 miles Dyke House Sports and Technology College — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 5,677 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 41 schools, 14,800 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Malmin Dental, Hartlepool — under a mile Westmount Dental Ferryhill, Wolviston — 5 miles Billingham Dental, Billingham — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TS24, TS25, TS27, TS23, TS2, TS22, TS1, SR8 |
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 TS26 area
Most TS26 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 TS26 is Low Throston.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TS26
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TS26?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TS26 is Malmin Dental in Hartlepool, about 0.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Hartlepool Dental & Implant Centre (0.6 miles) and Victoria Road Dental Practice (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TS26?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of TS26, 18 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TS26?
The nearest practice to TS26 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Hartlepool Dental & Implant Centre, about 0.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Bentley Mathieson Dentalcare (0.7 miles) and Dental Care and Select Orthodontics (2.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the TS26 postcode district?
Places in or next to TS26 include Low Throston, Throston Grange Estate, High Throston, Rift House, Foggy Furze, Hartlepool, Stranton and Dyke House.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TS26 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Low Throston, Hartlepool, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.