NHS Treatment in Aike at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 2,020 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Beverley — 3.7 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Longcroft School and Sixth Form College — 3.7 miles Beverley High School — 3.8 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.2% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Aike
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Aike, 4 practices within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is Perfect 32 Dental Practice in Beverley, 3.5 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 3.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTREBeverley | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull | 9.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (213 reviews) |
| Manor Dental HealthSaint Andrews Quay | 10.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (95 reviews) |
| Spring Dental PracticeKingston upon Hull | 10.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (186 reviews) |
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 10.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (590 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULLKingston upon Hull | 10.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Aike with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Beverley, 3.7 miles south; the next are Kingston upon Hull (9.5 miles south) and Saint Andrews Quay (10.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Beverley | 1 | 3.7 miles south |
| Kingston upon Hull | 5 | 9.5 miles south |
| Saint Andrews Quay | 3 | 10.2 miles south |
| York | 2 | 10.7 miles west |
| Brough | 1 | 13.4 miles south-west |
| Scunthorpe | 2 | 23.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Aike
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull in Saint Andrews Quay (4.9 from 590 reviews), 10.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (590 reviews) | 10.7 miles south |
| Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Brough LimitedBrough | 4.9 (511 reviews) | 13.4 miles south-west |
| BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull | 4.9 (223 reviews) | 10.9 miles south |
| Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 9.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Aike, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Orange Tree Dental Practice, 7.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 3.7 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Aike are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Aike focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Waiting Times in Aike
NHS orthodontic waiting times in East Riding of Yorkshire vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Aike
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in East Riding of Yorkshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Aike vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. By national deprivation ranking, Aike is roughly mid-table for England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Aike, 6.6% of the 2,020 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across East Riding of Yorkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Aike falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Aike's under-16 share sits at 14.5%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Aike attend schools such as Longcroft School and Sixth Form College (3.7 miles) and Beverley High School (3.8 miles). Aike's Local Authority area covers 157 schools and 45,532 pupils, according to DfE figures. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Aike itself. The nearest recorded are Perfect 32 Dental Practice in Beverley, about 4 miles away; Cottingham Dental Practice in Skidby, about 8 miles away; and Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Kingston upon Hull, about 10 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Aike
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Aike costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Aike
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Children's Orthodontics in Aike — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Aike. 14.5% of Aike's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Aike, 6.6% of the 2,020 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across East Riding of Yorkshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Aike are Longcroft School and Sixth Form College (3.7 miles) and Beverley High School (3.8 miles). DfE figures put 157 schools and 45,532 pupils across Aike's Local Authority. 25.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Aike's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Aike sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Aike's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Aike
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Aike — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in East Riding of Yorkshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Aike
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Aike?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Aike is Perfect 32 Dental Practice in Beverley, about 3.5 miles to the south. The next closest are BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (3.7 miles) and Cottingham Dental Practice (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Aike?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Aike, 4 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Aike?
The nearest practice to Aike that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 3.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Cosmetic and Family Dentistry (9.5 miles) and Manor Dental Health (10.2 miles).
What kind of area is Aike?
ONS classifies Aike as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Which towns are close to Aike?
Beswick, Tophill Low, Hull Bridge are within easy reach of Aike.
Which county covers Aike?
Aike is in East Riding of Yorkshire.
Is Aike a family area?
Census data puts 14.5% of Aike's population at under 16.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes — you can start private treatment at any time, including while on an NHS waiting list. Many patients do this to avoid a long wait or to access ceramic or aligner options. You don't have to formally leave the NHS list first, though it's courteous to let the practice know.
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.
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