NHS Treatment in Anlaby 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,505 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL, Kingston upon Hull — under a mile; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sirius Academy West — 0.5 miles The Boulevard Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.8% 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 Anlaby
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Anlaby, 13 practices within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL in Kingston upon Hull, 0.4 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL, 0.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULLKingston upon Hull | 0.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 0.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (590 reviews) |
| Manor Dental HealthSaint Andrews Quay | 0.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (95 reviews) |
| Spring Dental PracticeKingston upon Hull | 1.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (186 reviews) |
| 543 Dental Centre LimitedSaint Andrews Quay | 1.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (1,202 reviews) |
| BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull | 2.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (223 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Anlaby with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Kingston upon Hull, 0.4 miles north-east; the next are Saint Andrews Quay (0.8 miles north-east) and Brough (6.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston upon Hull | 5 | 0.4 miles north-east |
| Saint Andrews Quay | 3 | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Brough | 1 | 6.4 miles west |
| Beverley | 1 | 7.5 miles north |
| York | 1 | 13.4 miles north-west |
| Scunthorpe | 2 | 14.2 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 Anlaby
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe (5.0 from 317 reviews), 15.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Dental PracticeScunthorpe | 5.0 (317 reviews) | 15.9 miles south-west |
| Scunthorpe OrthodonticsScunthorpe | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 14.2 miles south-west |
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (590 reviews) | 0.8 miles north-east |
| Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Brough LimitedBrough | 4.9 (511 reviews) | 6.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Anlaby, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Dental Logic, 1.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL, Kingston upon Hull, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Anlaby 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 Anlaby 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. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across City of Kingston upon Hull.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Anlaby
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 waiting times in City of Kingston upon Hull are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Anlaby vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. National deprivation data ranks Anlaby among England's less deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,505 residents in the neighbourhood around Anlaby, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across City of Kingston upon Hull. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Anlaby sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Anlaby's under-16 share sits at 17.9%, per the 2021 Census. Families in Anlaby are served by secondary schools including Sirius Academy West (0.5 miles) and The Boulevard Academy (1.6 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 101 schools and 43,519 pupils in Anlaby's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (10), Anlaby has more choice than 75% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Anlaby itself. The nearest recorded are TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL in Kingston upon Hull, under a mile away; Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull in Saint Andrews Quay, under a mile away; and Cottingham Dental Practice in Skidby, about 3 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 Anlaby?
Many patients in City of Kingston upon Hull 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.
How the NHS Route Works in Anlaby
The NHS pathway in Anlaby is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Anlaby.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Anlaby
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Children's Orthodontics in Anlaby — Local Context
Provision in Anlaby varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Census data puts 17.9% of Anlaby's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Anlaby, 6.4% of the 1,505 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across City of Kingston upon Hull, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Families in Anlaby are served by secondary schools including Sirius Academy West (0.5 miles) and The Boulevard Academy (1.6 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Anlaby's Local Authority has 101 schools educating 43,519 pupils (DfE data). OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 25.7% of local 5-year-olds. Anlaby's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Anlaby sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. National deprivation data ranks Anlaby among England's less deprived areas. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Anlaby is better served than 75% of towns in England. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Anlaby
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Anlaby.
Eligibility in Anlaby — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in City of Kingston upon Hull depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Anlaby
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Anlaby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Anlaby is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL in Kingston upon Hull, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull (0.8 miles) and Manor Dental Health (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Anlaby?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Anlaby, 13 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Anlaby?
The nearest practice to Anlaby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULL in Kingston upon Hull, about 0.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull (0.8 miles) and Manor Dental Health (0.9 miles).
How deprived is Anlaby compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Anlaby is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many schools are in Anlaby's area?
There are 101 schools and 43,519 pupils in Anlaby's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
How's children's dental health in Anlaby's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
What county is Anlaby in?
Anlaby is in City of Kingston upon Hull.
How long does NHS treatment take?
18-24 months covers most moderate NHS cases, with complex cases running longer. Your orthodontist confirms a specific estimate after assessment.
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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