NHS Treatment in Benton Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | 15.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of 1,715 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Light Lane Dental Practice, Coventry — 4.5 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | West Coventry Academy — 1.4 miles Heart of England School — 2.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.3% 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 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 listing NHS orthodontics is Light Lane Dental Practice, 4.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Lane Dental PracticeCoventry | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (677 reviews) |
| Pinnacle Orthodontics CoventryCoventry | 4.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 2.8 (60 reviews) |
| Leamington Road Dental PracticeCoventry | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (250 reviews) |
| COVENTRY ORTHODONTICS LIMITED T/A PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSCoventry | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Longfellow Road Dental PracticeCoventry | 6.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (3,611 reviews) |
| Designer Smiles - SolihullSolihull | 6.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (102 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 listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Coventry, 4.5 miles east; the next are Solihull (6.6 miles west) and Shirley (7.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Coventry | 5 | 4.5 miles east |
| Solihull | 4 | 6.6 miles west |
| Shirley | 1 | 7.8 miles west |
| Warwick | 2 | 8.4 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 Benton Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Leamington Road Dental Practice in Coventry (4.9 from 250 reviews), 4.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leamington Road Dental PracticeCoventry | 4.9 (250 reviews) | 4.7 miles east |
| Avenue Dental PracticeWarwick | 4.9 (210 reviews) | 8.4 miles south-east |
| The Grove PracticeWarwick | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 8.7 miles south |
| Designer Smiles - SolihullSolihull | 4.9 (102 reviews) | 6.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Benton Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Solihull Manor Road Dental Care, 6.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Light Lane Dental Practice, Coventry, 4.5 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Benton Green are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 Benton Green focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Benton Green
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 waiting times in Solihull are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Provision in Benton Green varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By national deprivation ranking, Benton Green sits among the less deprived areas of England. Regionally, 26.9% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). 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. The nearest university dental hospital to Benton Green is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. Officially, Benton Green is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 15.7% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to Benton Green are West Coventry Academy (1.4 miles) and Heart of England School (2.1 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 89 schools and 41,070 pupils across Benton Green's Local Authority. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Benton Green has more choice than 77% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice 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. 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 Benton Green?
Many patients in Solihull 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 Benton Green
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Benton Green 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 Benton Green?
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Benton Green comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Solihull to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
What Is IOTN?
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Solihull.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Benton Green
For many families in Benton Green, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Parents in Benton Green increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Benton Green
Children in Benton Green who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment 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.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Benton Green?
The nearest practice to Benton Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Light Lane Dental Practice in Coventry, about 4.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Pinnacle Orthodontics Coventry (4.6 miles) and Leamington Road Dental Practice (4.7 miles).
Is Benton Green well served by schools?
Benton Green's Local Authority has 89 schools educating 41,070 pupils (DfE data).
Is Benton Green rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Benton Green falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is Benton Green a family area?
Census data puts 15.7% of Benton Green's population at under 16.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Benton Green?
Benton Green sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How much do NHS braces cost?
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. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
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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