NHS Treatment in Bellamore 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,523 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 7.3 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Fairfield High School — 3.2 miles Kingstone High School — 3.3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% 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 Bellamore
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Bellamore; 9 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 7.3 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, 7.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 7.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 8.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 26.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental CareCwmbran | 28.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 29.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bellamore with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Hereford, 7.3 miles east; the next are Pontypool (26.1 miles south) and Cwmbran (28.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 3 | 7.3 miles east |
| Pontypool | 1 | 26.1 miles south |
| Cwmbran | 2 | 28.5 miles south |
| Newbridge | 1 | 29.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bellamore
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), 7.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 7.5 miles east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 8.1 miles east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 7.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Bellamore, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 16.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford, 7.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Bellamore 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.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Bellamore focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Bellamore plan around realistic waiting times.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Bellamore?
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 Orthodontic Access in Bellamore
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 Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Not every practice near Bellamore offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. National deprivation data puts Bellamore close to the England median. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 1,523 residents in the neighbourhood around Bellamore, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Bellamore. Bellamore is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to Bellamore are Fairfield High School (3.2 miles) and Kingstone High School (3.3 miles). Bellamore's Local Authority has 110 schools educating 24,851 pupils (DfE data). Bellamore has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bellamore itself. The closest on record are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 7 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 19 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 24 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 Orthodontic Costs in Bellamore
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Bellamore typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Bellamore?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. 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.
Understanding the IOTN Score
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Herefordshire.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Bellamore
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Children's Orthodontics in Bellamore — Local Context
Practices serving Bellamore differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Bellamore's under-16 share sits at 15.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Bellamore, 6.9% of the 1,523 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Bellamore are Fairfield High School (3.2 miles) and Kingstone High School (3.3 miles). Bellamore's Local Authority has 110 schools educating 24,851 pupils (DfE data). OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Bellamore is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Bellamore sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. By national deprivation ranking, Bellamore is roughly mid-table for England. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Bellamore; the nearest is about 7 miles away. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Bellamore
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bellamore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bellamore is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 7.3 miles to the east. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (7.3 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (7.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bellamore?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Bellamore, 9 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 7.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bellamore?
The nearest practice to Bellamore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 7.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (7.5 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (8.1 miles).
Which NHS body covers Bellamore for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board.
How deprived is Bellamore compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Bellamore is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Bellamore?
Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How many schools are in Bellamore's area?
There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Bellamore's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS orthodontic contracts require reasonable attendance. Repeatedly missing adjustment appointments can lead to treatment being discontinued, as it extends the course and ties up limited NHS capacity. If you're struggling to attend, tell the practice rather than simply not turning up.
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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