NHS Treatment in Alvaston at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 22.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.6% of 1,521 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston, Derby — under a mile; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Noel-Baker Academy — 0.9 miles Alvaston Moor Academy — 0.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 34 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.1% 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 Alvaston
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Alvaston, 25 practices within 10 and 84 practices within 20. The closest is Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston in Derby, 0.7 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston, 0.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remarkable Smiles - AlvastonDerby | 0.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (350 reviews) |
| Charming SmilesDerby | 1.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
| Derby City Dental CareDerby | 2.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (498 reviews) |
| Cavendish Dental PracticeDerby | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (884 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 3.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Alvaston with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Derby, 0.7 miles north-west; the next are Long Eaton (6.1 miles east) and Repton (6.7 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 6 | 0.7 miles north-west |
| Long Eaton | 2 | 6.1 miles east |
| Repton | 1 | 6.7 miles south-west |
| Heanor | 1 | 8.7 miles north |
| Rylands | 1 | 9.1 miles east |
| Swadlincote | 2 | 9.8 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 Alvaston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Queen's Road Dental Care in Rylands (4.9 from 543 reviews), 9.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen's Road Dental CareRylands | 4.9 (543 reviews) | 9.1 miles east |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 10.1 miles south-west |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-west |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Alvaston, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston, Derby, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 34 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Alvaston are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 Alvaston focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Understanding its limits helps families in Alvaston plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Alvaston
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. NHS orthodontic waiting times in Derby vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
No orthodontic practice covers Alvaston directly, though Bupa Dental Care (under a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. National deprivation data ranks Alvaston among England's more deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,521 residents in the neighbourhood around Alvaston, 8.6% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derby. The nearest university dental hospital to Alvaston is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Alvaston. Alvaston is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. 22.7% of Alvaston's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Secondary-age pupils near Alvaston attend schools such as Noel-Baker Academy (0.9 miles) and Alvaston Moor Academy (0.9 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Alvaston's Local Authority has 116 schools educating 47,329 pupils (DfE data). With 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, Alvaston is better served than 81% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Alvaston itself. The nearest we do hold are Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston in Derby, under a mile away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 5 miles away; and Sunshine Dental in Long Eaton, about 6 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 Alvaston
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Alvaston trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Alvaston?
Many patients in Derby wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Alvaston?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Derby to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Alvaston.
Eligibility in Alvaston — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Derby are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Alvaston
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Alvaston increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Alvaston
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Alvaston
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Alvaston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Alvaston is Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston in Derby, about 0.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Charming Smiles (1.0 miles) and The Park Brace Clinic (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Alvaston?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Alvaston, 25 practices within 10 miles and 84 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Alvaston?
The nearest practice to Alvaston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Remarkable Smiles - Alvaston in Derby, about 0.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Charming Smiles (1.0 miles) and Derby City Dental Care (2.8 miles).
What towns are near Alvaston?
Elvaston, Shelton Lock, Aston-on-Trent are within easy reach of Alvaston.
How deprived is Alvaston compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Alvaston is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Alvaston's area?
Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What county is Alvaston in?
Alvaston is in Derby.
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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