NHS Treatment in Broadmore Green 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of 2,381 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, Bromsgrove — 13.2 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Christopher Whitehead Language College — 1.6 miles Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College — 2.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 26 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% 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 Broadmore Green
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Broadmore Green, 12 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is St Johns Dental in Worcester, 1.5 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, 13.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 13.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 13.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouBromsgrove | 14.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| The Sweet Smile BromsgroveBromsgrove | 14.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 14.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Evesham OrthodonticsEvesham | 14.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Broadmore Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bromsgrove, 13.2 miles north-east; the next are Kidderminster (14.2 miles north) and Evesham (14.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bromsgrove | 4 | 13.2 miles north-east |
| Kidderminster | 1 | 14.2 miles north |
| Evesham | 1 | 14.9 miles south-east |
| Redditch | 2 | 15.1 miles north-east |
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 15.5 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Broadmore Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster (4.9 from 124 reviews), 14.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 14.2 miles north |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 4.8 (134 reviews) | 15.5 miles north-east |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 4.7 (400 reviews) | 13.8 miles north-east |
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 4.6 (115 reviews) | 13.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Broadmore Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 9.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, 13.2 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 26 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Broadmore Green 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.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Broadmore Green follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Broadmore Green plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Broadmore 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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Worcestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Broadmore Green. Broadmore Green falls in a less deprived area than most of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Census 2021 counts 2,381 residents in the neighbourhood around Broadmore Green, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Worcestershire. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Broadmore Green is about 26 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Broadmore Green sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 16.7% of Broadmore Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Families in Broadmore Green are served by secondary schools including Christopher Whitehead Language College (1.6 miles) and Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College (2.5 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Broadmore Green is better served than 75% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Broadmore Green itself. The nearest we do hold are St Johns Dental in Worcester, about 2 miles away; Beacon DentalCare in Great Malvern, about 4 miles away; and Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 11 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 Broadmore Green?
Many patients in Worcestershire 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.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Broadmore Green
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Broadmore Green runs like this:
- 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 Broadmore Green.
- 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Broadmore Green
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Broadmore Green
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Broadmore Green
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Broadmore Green comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Worcestershire apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Broadmore Green
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Broadmore Green. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Broadmore Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Broadmore Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Broadmore Green is St Johns Dental in Worcester, about 1.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Ceroplast (1.6 miles) and Smile Dental Care Clinic (1.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Broadmore Green?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Broadmore Green, 12 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Broadmore Green?
The nearest practice to Broadmore Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, about 13.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include New Road Dental (13.8 miles) and Orthodontics For You (14.0 miles).
What towns are near Broadmore Green?
Powick, Crown East, Broadheath Common are within easy reach of Broadmore Green.
What kind of area is Broadmore Green?
ONS classifies Broadmore Green as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How's children's dental health in Broadmore Green's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How deprived is Broadmore Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Broadmore Green is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is NHS orthodontic treatment as good as private?
NHS orthodontic treatment delivered by specialist orthodontists achieves excellent clinical results. The key differences: NHS is almost exclusively metal braces with a waiting list; private offers ceramic, aligner, and lingual options with immediate access.
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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