NHS Treatment in Annesley Woodhouse at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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 | 14.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of 1,499 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 1.4 miles; 19 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Outwood Academy Kirkby — 1.4 miles Selston High School — 2.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 23 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% 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 Annesley Woodhouse
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Annesley Woodhouse, 29 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 1.4 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Kirkby Dental Practice, 1.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 1.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 3.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (881 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 5.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 5.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Annesley Woodhouse with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Sutton in Ashfield, 1.4 miles north; the next are Hucknall (3.9 miles south-east) and Mansfield (5.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton in Ashfield | 2 | 1.4 miles north |
| Hucknall | 2 | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Mansfield | 1 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 5.7 miles west |
| Kimberley | 1 | 5.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Annesley Woodhouse
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Westdale Dental in Nottingham (4.9 from 730 reviews), 8.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 8.9 miles south-east |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 4.9 (544 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 5.8 miles south |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Annesley Woodhouse, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 3.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield, 1.4 miles 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 23 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Annesley Woodhouse are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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 Annesley Woodhouse focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Annesley Woodhouse
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 Nottinghamshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Annesley Woodhouse. National deprivation data ranks Annesley Woodhouse among England's less deprived areas. Regionally, 19.9% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 1,499 residents in the neighbourhood around Annesley Woodhouse, 5.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. The nearest university dental hospital to Annesley Woodhouse is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Annesley Woodhouse — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 14.4% of Annesley Woodhouse's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Annesley Woodhouse are Outwood Academy Kirkby (1.4 miles) and Selston High School (2.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. There is no orthodontist on our records in Annesley Woodhouse itself. The closest on record are Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about a mile away; Hucknall Dental Care, about 4 miles away; and THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Mansfield, 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.
NHS Waiting Times in Annesley Woodhouse
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Nottinghamshire 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.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Annesley Woodhouse
For eligible patients in Annesley Woodhouse, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- 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 Annesley Woodhouse.
- 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Annesley Woodhouse
Many patients in Annesley Woodhouse are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Annesley Woodhouse
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Annesley Woodhouse. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Annesley Woodhouse
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Annesley Woodhouse 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.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Annesley Woodhouse
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 Annesley Woodhouse
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Annesley Woodhouse?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Annesley Woodhouse is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 1.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Hucknall Dental Care (3.9 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Annesley Woodhouse?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Annesley Woodhouse, 29 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Annesley Woodhouse?
The nearest practice to Annesley Woodhouse that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 1.4 miles to the north. Others nearby include Hucknall Dental Care (3.9 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (5.1 miles).
How deprived is Annesley Woodhouse compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Annesley Woodhouse is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which county covers Annesley Woodhouse?
Annesley Woodhouse falls within Nottinghamshire.
What NHS area is Annesley Woodhouse in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Annesley Woodhouse?
ONS classifies Annesley Woodhouse as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Visit your dentist and ask for an orthodontic assessment. If your IOTN score meets the threshold, they will make a formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also accept self-referrals.
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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