Braces in Benton Green at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of 1,715 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | West Coventry Academy — 1.4 miles Heart of England School — 2.1 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Spencer Road Dental Surgery, Coventry — 4.3 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Light Lane Dental Practice, Coventry — 4.5 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Access within Solihull | 30th closest to a practice of 55 places in the county; the county median is 2.5 miles |
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 offering braces near Benton Green
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Benton Green, 56 practices within 10 and 161 practices within 20. The closest is Allesley Park Dental Practice in Coventry, 2.7 miles east. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Spencer Road Dental Surgery, 4.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Road Dental SurgeryCoventry | 4.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| Dr Chetan MathiasCoventry | 4.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Styvechale Dental CareCoventry | 4.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (351 reviews) |
| Face Dental PracticeCoventry | 4.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (117 reviews) |
| Longfellow Road Dental PracticeCoventry | 6.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (3,611 reviews) |
| Beyond Dental CheltenhamSolihull | 6.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (240 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Benton Green with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Coventry, 4.3 miles east; the next are Solihull (6.7 miles west) and Shirley (7.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Coventry | 5 | 4.3 miles east |
| Solihull | 5 | 6.7 miles west |
| Shirley | 1 | 7.8 miles west |
| Warwick | 1 | 8.7 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Benton Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Styvechale Dental Care in Coventry (4.9 from 351 reviews), 4.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Styvechale Dental CareCoventry | 4.9 (351 reviews) | 4.8 miles east |
| The Grove PracticeWarwick | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 8.7 miles south |
| Smile ConceptsSolihull | 4.9 (188 reviews) | 6.7 miles west |
| Spencer Road Dental SurgeryCoventry | 4.9 (182 reviews) | 4.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and versatile orthodontic treatments available. Orthodontists serving Benton Green offer metal, ceramic, lingual and self-ligating appliances to suit different cases and budgets. Their constant, controlled force is why they remain first choice for significant bite problems. Simple cases can finish inside a year; more involved corrections run longer.
Funding Your Braces in Benton Green
NHS orthodontics in Benton Green is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Solihull depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Going private removes the waiting list and widens the choice of brace type. Expect roughly £1,500–£3,500 for metal in Benton Green, more for ceramic and lingual — always confirm retainers are included in the quote.
Local Context for Benton Green
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Benton Green — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Benton Green is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. Benton Green's under-16 share sits at 15.7%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,715 residents in the neighbourhood around Benton Green, 5.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Solihull. Benton Green has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 77% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 26.9% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Benton Green attend schools such as West Coventry Academy (1.4 miles) and Heart of England School (2.1 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 89 schools and 41,070 pupils in Benton Green's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Benton Green falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Benton Green is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Benton Green itself. The closest on record are Allesley Park Dental Practice in Coventry, about 3 miles away; Orthodontic Excellence in Solihull, about 6 miles away; and Gentle Dental Centre in Bedworth, about 8 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Solihull depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
As a guide, private brace in Benton Green usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
The Brace Treatment Process in Benton Green
Fitting takes around an hour, and adjustment appointments in Benton Green are usually every 7–10 weeks. Keeping to them is what holds the treatment on schedule. The Benton Green overview sets out local facts, the nearest practices and the NHS funding route that applies here.
Jaw Problems & Treatment in Benton Green
Not all orthodontic problems are purely about tooth position. Some patients in Benton Green have jaw discrepancies that can't be corrected by moving teeth alone. Many of these conditions are treatable, and early diagnosis improves outcomes.
Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery
Orthognathic surgery repositions one or both jaws to correct skeletal discrepancies that orthodontics alone cannot address. Performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) under general anaesthetic, it is combined with 12-18 months of orthodontic treatment before and after the surgical procedure.
Teeth Problems Treated by Orthodontists in Benton Green
Many people in Benton Green live with orthodontic problems without realising there are effective solutions. Patients across Benton Green seek assessment for everything from mild crowding to complex bite misalignments. A photo assessment can give you an early steer on what you're dealing with.
Orthodontic Issues Seen in Benton Green
The problems below cover the great majority of cases assessed in Benton Green, from the very common to the more complex.
Orthodontics for Teens in Benton Green
Getting the timing right in the teenage years pays off for years afterwards. Each option carries different implications for compliance, aesthetics and cost. The key decisions are timing, NHS versus private, and treatment type in Solihull.
NHS vs Private Orthodontics for Teens in Benton Green
The NHS route funds metal braces for IOTN-eligible teens in Benton Green free of charge, but the Solihull waiting list — frequently 12–24 months — is the real trade-off, especially when timing matters.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Benton Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Benton Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Benton Green is Allesley Park Dental Practice in Coventry, about 2.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Dentist@6 (3.1 miles) and Spencer Road Dental Surgery (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Benton Green?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Benton Green, 56 practices within 10 miles and 161 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Benton Green?
The nearest practice to Benton Green that mentions fixed braces is Spencer Road Dental Surgery in Coventry, about 4.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dr Chetan Mathias (4.5 miles) and Styvechale Dental Care (4.8 miles).
Is Benton Green a family area?
15.7% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What county is Benton Green in?
Benton Green is in Solihull.
Which NHS body covers Benton Green for dental care?
Benton Green sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Benton Green well served by schools?
There are 89 schools and 41,070 pupils in Benton Green's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
What are self-ligating braces?
Systems like Damon or In-Ovation use a built-in clip instead of elastic ties to hold the wire, which can cut friction and sometimes means fewer adjustment visits. Most orthodontists offer them in metal or ceramic.
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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