NHS Treatment in Anthill Common at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of 1,848 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Southsea Orthodontics, Waterlooville — 3.3 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Cowplain School — 3.1 miles Horndean Technology College — 3.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% 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 Anthill Common
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Anthill Common, 24 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, 3.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Southsea Orthodontics, 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southsea OrthodonticsWaterlooville | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (136 reviews) |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (335 reviews) |
| DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTREFareham | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| ORTHODONTICA LIMITEDFareham | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (283 reviews) |
| Victoria Dental PracticeSouthsea | 8.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (36 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Anthill Common with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Waterlooville, 3.3 miles south-east; the next are Fareham (5.3 miles south-west) and Havant (6.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville | 1 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Fareham | 3 | 5.3 miles south-west |
| Havant | 1 | 6.3 miles south-east |
| Southsea | 2 | 8.3 miles south |
| Gosport | 1 | 8.5 miles south |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 9.0 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 Anthill Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent (5.0 from 36 reviews), 9.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 9.0 miles south-west |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 4.9 (335 reviews) | 5.3 miles south-west |
| Contour OrthodontistsWinchester | 4.9 (76 reviews) | 9.3 miles north-east |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 4.8 (283 reviews) | 6.3 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 Anthill Common, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is DS Dental Studio, 3.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Southsea Orthodontics, Waterlooville, 3.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Anthill Common are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 Anthill Common 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Anthill Common?
Many patients in Hampshire 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Anthill Common
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Anthill Common 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 Anthill Common
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 Hampshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
There's no orthodontist on record in Anthill Common itself; the nearest dentist, DS Dental Studio, is about 3 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Anthill Common's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. In the census neighbourhood around Anthill Common, 5.7% of the 1,848 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Anthill Common. By ONS classification, Anthill Common falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Anthill Common's under-16 share sits at 14.6%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Anthill Common attend schools such as The Cowplain School (3.1 miles) and Horndean Technology College (3.5 miles). No orthodontic practice is recorded in Anthill Common. The nearest we do hold are Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 3 miles away; Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 5 miles away; and Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Anthill Common?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Hampshire to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Anthill Common
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Children's Orthodontics in Anthill Common
Children's orthodontics in Anthill Common covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
The Age-7 Assessment
British Orthodontic Society guidance points to age 7 for an assessment where there's a noticeable concern — by then most children have their first permanent molars and incisors through, which is enough for an orthodontist to judge jaw relationships, arch development, bite and likely future crowding.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Anthill Common
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Anthill Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Anthill Common is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Belgrave House Dental Practice (3.7 miles) and Angus Pringle Orthodontics (5.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Anthill Common?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Anthill Common, 24 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Anthill Common?
The nearest practice to Anthill Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include VIDA Dentistry (5.3 miles) and DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (5.3 miles).
Is Anthill Common rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Anthill Common falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
What NHS area is Anthill Common in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Anthill Common falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
Which county covers Anthill Common?
Anthill Common is in Hampshire.
Is there a dentist near Anthill Common?
There's no orthodontist based in Anthill Common, though DS Dental Studio (about 3 miles away) is a general dentist who can carry out an initial assessment and refer on if needed.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
It's a genuine risk on a long waiting list — NHS funding is age-sensitive, so a case eligible at 16 might be assessed differently at 18. If you're close to that age and eligible now, ask about timescales; it can tip the decision toward going private.
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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