Orthodontic practices near TS28
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of TS28, 19 practices within 10 and 66 practices within 20. The closest is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, 4.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth House Dental PracticeHawthorn | 4.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (41 reviews) |
| Malmin DentalHartlepool | 6.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (27 reviews) |
| Hartlepool Dental & Implant CentreHartlepool | 6.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (78 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental PracticeHartlepool | 6.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.5 (25 reviews) |
| Bentley Mathieson DentalcareHartlepool | 6.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (217 reviews) |
| Westmount Dental FerryhillWolviston | 7.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (164 reviews) |
| Hetton Dental PracticeHoughton-Le-Spring | 7.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.1 (14 reviews) |
| Smmmile - Invisalign DurhamDurham | 8.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TS28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hawthorn, 4.7 miles north-east; the next are Hartlepool (6.8 miles south-east) and Wolviston (7.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn | 1 | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Hartlepool | 4 | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Wolviston | 1 | 7.0 miles south |
| Houghton-Le-Spring | 1 | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Durham | 1 | 8.5 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 TS28
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), 7.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westmount Dental FerryhillWolviston | 4.9 (164 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| Bentley Mathieson DentalcareHartlepool | 4.8 (217 reviews) | 6.9 miles south-east |
| Malmin DentalHartlepool | 4.7 (27 reviews) | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Hartlepool Dental & Implant CentreHartlepool | 4.4 (78 reviews) | 6.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TS28
TS28 is 4.7 miles from Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 66.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Malmin Dental (6.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around TS28 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TS28 are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, 4.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Newcastle Dental Hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne, about 20 miles away.
TS28 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | County Durham |
| 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,333 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 | 10.4% aged 16 to 24 and 31.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 372 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 — 20 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wellfield School — 0.4 miles The Academy at Shotton Hall — 1.8 miles St Bede's Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College — 2.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,955 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 273 schools, 74,080 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.3% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Wentworth House Dental Practice, Hawthorn — 5 miles Malmin Dental, Hartlepool — 7 miles Westmount Dental Ferryhill, Wolviston — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 66 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TS29, SR8, TS27, DH6, SR7, TS22, TS21, DH5 |
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 TS28
Most TS28 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 TS28 is Wingate.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TS28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TS28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TS28 is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, about 4.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Malmin Dental (6.8 miles) and Hartlepool Dental & Implant Centre (6.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TS28?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of TS28, 19 practices within 10 miles and 66 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TS28?
The nearest practice to TS28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wentworth House Dental Practice in Hawthorn, about 4.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Hartlepool Dental & Implant Centre (6.8 miles) and Bentley Mathieson Dentalcare (6.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the TS28 postcode district?
Places in or next to TS28 include Wingate, Station Town, Castle Eden, Hutton Henry, Deaf Hill, Hurworth Burn, Wheatley Hill and Trimdon Station.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TS28 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Wingate, County Durham, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near TS28?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.