NHS Treatment in Andertons Mill at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of 1,112 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Circ Dental, Standish — 4 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy — 3.1 miles Standish Community High School — 3.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — about 10 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.1% 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 Andertons Mill
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Andertons Mill, 28 practices within 10 and 170 practices within 20. The closest is Circ Dental in Standish, 4.0 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Circ Dental, 4.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circ DentalStandish | 4.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (166 reviews) |
| Chorley OrthodonticsChorley | 4.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (70 reviews) |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 4.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (216 reviews) |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALESkelmersdale | 5.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 5.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (671 reviews) |
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (814 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Andertons Mill with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Standish, 4.0 miles south-east; the next are Chorley (4.8 miles north-east) and Skelmersdale (5.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Standish | 1 | 4.0 miles south-east |
| Chorley | 2 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Skelmersdale | 2 | 5.0 miles south |
| Leyland | 3 | 5.2 miles north |
| Wigan | 2 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Ormskirk | 1 | 6.9 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 Andertons Mill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Towngate Dental Practice in Leyland (5.0 from 814 reviews), 5.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 5.2 miles north |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 5.0 (216 reviews) | 4.9 miles east |
| Circ DentalStandish | 5.0 (166 reviews) | 4.0 miles south-east |
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 4.9 (671 reviews) | 5.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Andertons Mill, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Parbold Dental Practice, 2.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Circ Dental, Standish, 4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 10 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Andertons Mill are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Andertons Mill follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Lancashire.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Andertons Mill
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Andertons Mill 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Andertons Mill
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Lancashire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Andertons Mill has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Parbold Dental Practice — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Andertons Mill falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Regionally, 26.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 1,112 residents in the neighbourhood around Andertons Mill, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. The nearest university dental hospital to Andertons Mill is Preston Dental School, Preston, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. For NHS dental services, Andertons Mill falls under NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Andertons Mill as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 15.7% of Andertons Mill's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Andertons Mill attend schools such as Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy (3.1 miles) and Standish Community High School (3.3 miles). Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Andertons Mill has more choice than 56% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Andertons Mill itself. The nearest we do hold are Circ Dental in Standish, about 4 miles away; Chorley Orthodontics, about 5 miles away; and BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE, about 5 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Andertons Mill?
Many patients in Lancashire 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Andertons Mill
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Lancashire to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Andertons Mill — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Lancashire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Children's Orthodontics in Andertons Mill
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Parents in Andertons Mill increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Andertons Mill
Children in Andertons Mill who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Andertons Mill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Andertons Mill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Andertons Mill is Circ Dental in Standish, about 4.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Chorley Orthodontics (4.8 miles) and Southport Road Dental (4.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Andertons Mill?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Andertons Mill, 28 practices within 10 miles and 170 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Andertons Mill?
The nearest practice to Andertons Mill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Circ Dental in Standish, about 4.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Chorley Orthodontics (4.8 miles) and Axis Podiatry Ltd (4.9 miles).
What NHS area is Andertons Mill in for dental services?
Andertons Mill sits within NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What county is Andertons Mill in?
Andertons Mill falls within Lancashire.
What towns are near Andertons Mill?
Towngate, Parbold, High Moor are within easy reach of Andertons Mill.
How deprived is Andertons Mill compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Andertons Mill is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
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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