NHS Treatment in Birdholme at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.5% of 1,492 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Chesterfield Orthodontics, Chesterfield — under a mile; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Parkside Community School — 0.8 miles Outwood Academy Hasland Hall — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 11 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.1% 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 Birdholme
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Birdholme, 11 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Care Centre in Walton, 0.4 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 0.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 8.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRESheffield | 9.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 10.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 10.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 10.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Birdholme with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield, 0.9 miles north; the next are Alfreton (8.6 miles south) and Sheffield (9.0 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield | 1 | 0.9 miles north |
| Alfreton | 1 | 8.6 miles south |
| Sheffield | 4 | 9.0 miles north |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 10.7 miles north |
| Mansfield | 1 | 10.9 miles south-east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 10.9 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 Birdholme
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 0.9 miles north |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 13.9 miles north |
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 4.9 (463 reviews) | 12.2 miles north |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 4.8 (82 reviews) | 10.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Birdholme, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 6.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 11 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Birdholme are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 Birdholme focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Birdholme
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Going private for the same metal braces in Birdholme costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Birdholme
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Derbyshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Birdholme — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By national deprivation ranking, Birdholme sits among the more deprived areas of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. Census 2021 counts 1,492 residents in the neighbourhood around Birdholme, 4.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. The nearest university dental hospital to Birdholme is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. For NHS dental services, Birdholme falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Birdholme falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Birdholme has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.5% of residents are under 16. The closest secondary schools to Birdholme are Parkside Community School (0.8 miles) and Outwood Academy Hasland Hall (1.0 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Birdholme has more choice than 66% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Birdholme. The nearest we do hold are Smile Care Centre in Walton, under a mile away; Chesterfield Orthodontics, under a mile away; and Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, about 3 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 Birdholme?
Many patients in Derbyshire 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Birdholme
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. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Private Alternatives If You're Not NHS-Eligible in Birdholme
Patients who don't meet the IOTN threshold have several straightforward private options. A free photo assessment through Virtual Consultant Online is a quick first step to understand which treatments suit your case and what they typically cost locally — before committing to a paid in-person consultation.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Birdholme
Children's orthodontics in Birdholme covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Treatment for Children in Birdholme
Eligible children under 18 in Birdholme are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Birdholme
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Birdholme?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Birdholme is Smile Care Centre in Walton, about 0.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Chesterfield Orthodontics (0.9 miles) and Ferndale House Dental Practice (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Birdholme?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Birdholme, 11 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Birdholme?
The nearest practice to Birdholme that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 0.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Refine Specialist Dental Care (8.6 miles) and CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (9.0 miles).
How deprived is Birdholme compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Birdholme is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which county covers Birdholme?
Birdholme falls within Derbyshire.
Which NHS body covers Birdholme for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Birdholme?
By ONS classification, Birdholme falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is NHS orthodontic treatment as good as private?
Clinically, yes — specialist-delivered NHS treatment gets excellent results. The real differences are appliance choice and speed: NHS means metal braces and a wait, private opens up ceramic, aligner and lingual options straight away.
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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