NHS Treatment in Braishfield at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of 2,393 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | ABBEY ORTHODONTICS, Romsey — 2.4 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Romsey School — 2.3 miles The Mountbatten School — 2.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.3% 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 Braishfield
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Braishfield, 32 practices within 10 and 53 practices within 20. The closest is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, 2.4 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS, 2.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABBEY ORTHODONTICSRomsey | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| PortmanDentex Solent OrthodonticsNorth Baddesley | 3.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (118 reviews) |
| The Smiles StudioEastleigh | 4.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (477 reviews) |
| Oliver's Battery Dental SurgeryWinchester | 5.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (169 reviews) |
| Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (81 reviews) |
| Highfield Dental & Facial ClinicSouthampton | 6.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (356 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Braishfield with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Romsey, 2.4 miles south-west; the next are North Baddesley (3.1 miles south-east) and Eastleigh (4.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Romsey | 1 | 2.4 miles south-west |
| North Baddesley | 1 | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Eastleigh | 1 | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Winchester | 4 | 5.7 miles east |
| Portswood | 2 | 6.4 miles south |
| Southampton | 3 | 6.8 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 Braishfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GG Orthodontics in Winchester (5.0 from 338 reviews), 7.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-east |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 6.8 miles east |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 4.9 (205 reviews) | 6.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Braishfield, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Hursley Road Dental Practice, 4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS, Romsey, 2.4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Braishfield are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Braishfield funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Braishfield
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Braishfield typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Braishfield
For eligible patients in Braishfield, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Braishfield.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Braishfield
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 Hampshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Practices serving Braishfield differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By national deprivation ranking, Braishfield sits among the less deprived areas of England. Census 2021 counts 2,393 residents in the neighbourhood around Braishfield, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.1% average across Hampshire. For NHS dental services, Braishfield falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Braishfield is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to Braishfield are The Romsey School (2.3 miles) and The Mountbatten School (2.5 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Braishfield is better served than 64% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Braishfield itself. The nearest we do hold are ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, about 2 miles away; Hendrickse Dental Health in North Baddesley, about 3 miles away; and Fryern Dental Practice in Eastleigh, about 5 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Braishfield
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
What Is IOTN?
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Hampshire.
Children's Orthodontics in Braishfield
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Braishfield
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Braishfield
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Braishfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Braishfield is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, about 2.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Hendrickse Dental Health (3.1 miles) and PortmanDentex Solent Orthodontics (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Braishfield?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Braishfield, 32 practices within 10 miles and 53 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Braishfield?
The nearest practice to Braishfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, about 2.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include PortmanDentex Solent Orthodontics (3.1 miles) and The Smiles Studio (4.7 miles).
Is Braishfield a family area?
Census data puts 14.8% of Braishfield's population at under 16.
Which NHS body covers Braishfield for dental care?
Braishfield sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Braishfield?
ONS classifies Braishfield as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Braishfield compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Braishfield is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS contracts expect reasonable attendance, and repeatedly missing adjustments can get treatment discontinued since it extends the course and ties up scarce capacity. If attendance is genuinely difficult, tell the practice rather than just not showing 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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