NHS Treatment in Auberrow at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of 1,777 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 4.3 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whitecross Hereford — 3.7 miles Aylestone School — 4.3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% 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 Auberrow
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Auberrow, 9 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 4.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, 4.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Gloucester Dental CareGloucester | 27.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (249 reviews) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 27.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Auberrow with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Hereford, 4.3 miles south-east; the next are Gloucester (27.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 3 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Gloucester | 2 | 27.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Auberrow
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 4.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 4.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Auberrow, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 15.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford, 4.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Auberrow are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Auberrow funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Understanding its limits helps families in Auberrow plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Auberrow
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Herefordshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Auberrow. Auberrow falls in a less deprived area than most of England. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.5% of the 1,777 residents in Auberrow's census neighbourhood, below the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Auberrow sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.5% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to Auberrow are Whitecross Hereford (3.7 miles) and Aylestone School (4.3 miles). Auberrow's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. Auberrow has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Auberrow itself. The nearest recorded are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 4 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 18 miles away; and The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 21 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 Auberrow?
Many patients in Herefordshire 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 vs Private Fees in Auberrow
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Auberrow 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Auberrow
For many families in Auberrow, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Auberrow
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 Herefordshire to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
How Eligibility Is Scored
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Herefordshire.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Auberrow
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Auberrow?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Auberrow is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (4.5 miles) and Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Auberrow?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Auberrow, 9 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Auberrow?
The nearest practice to Auberrow that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (4.5 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (4.9 miles).
How many schools are in Auberrow's area?
There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Auberrow's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
What NHS area is Auberrow in for dental services?
Auberrow sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What county is Auberrow in?
Auberrow falls within Herefordshire.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Auberrow?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Auberrow?
Typically 12-24 months in Herefordshire, sometimes more depending on the area. Private treatment skips the list entirely, usually starting within weeks.
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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