NHS Treatment in Burnaston 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of 2,888 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST, Derby — 1.6 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | John Port Spencer Academy — 1.4 miles Littleover Community School — 1.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 31 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.8% 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 Burnaston
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Burnaston, 26 practices within 10 and 88 practices within 20. The closest is No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, 1.6 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST, 1.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby | 1.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Practice @ WillingtonRepton | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Cavendish Dental PracticeDerby | 3.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (884 reviews) |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (346 reviews) |
| Derby City Dental CareDerby | 4.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (498 reviews) |
| Charming SmilesDerby | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (98 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burnaston with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Derby, 1.6 miles north-east; the next are Repton (2.7 miles south) and Burton upon Trent (6.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 6 | 1.6 miles north-east |
| Repton | 1 | 2.7 miles south |
| Burton upon Trent | 4 | 6.6 miles south |
| Swadlincote | 3 | 7.4 miles south |
| Long Eaton | 1 | 12.3 miles east |
| Heanor | 1 | 12.4 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 Burnaston
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alexandra Dental Care in Swadlincote (4.9 from 422 reviews), 8.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 8.2 miles south |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 7.4 miles south |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 4.1 miles north-east |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 6.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Burnaston, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bridge Dental Clinic, 3.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST, Derby, 1.6 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 31 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Burnaston 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.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Burnaston follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Burnaston
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 Derbyshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Burnaston. By national deprivation ranking, Burnaston sits among the less 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 2,888 residents in the neighbourhood around Burnaston, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Burnaston is about 31 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. NHS dental commissioning in Burnaston falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Burnaston's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. 20.3% of Burnaston's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Burnaston are John Port Spencer Academy (1.4 miles) and Littleover Community School (1.9 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Burnaston is better served than 77% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Burnaston itself. The nearest we do hold are NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, about 2 miles away; No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 2 miles away; and The Practice @ Willington in Repton, 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.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Burnaston
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 Burnaston typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How the NHS Route Works in Burnaston
For eligible patients in Burnaston, 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 Burnaston.
- 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Burnaston
Children's orthodontics in Burnaston 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. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Burnaston
Children in Burnaston 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Burnaston
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Burnaston comes down to a structured assessment. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Burnaston — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Derbyshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Burnaston
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burnaston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burnaston is No1 The Orthodontic Specialists in Findern, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST (1.6 miles) and The Practice @ Willington (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burnaston?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Burnaston, 26 practices within 10 miles and 88 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Burnaston?
The nearest practice to Burnaston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALIST in Derby, about 1.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include The Practice @ Willington (2.7 miles) and Cavendish Dental Practice (3.6 miles).
How deprived is Burnaston compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Burnaston is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What county is Burnaston in?
Burnaston falls within Derbyshire.
How's children's dental health in Burnaston's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
What kind of area is Burnaston?
By ONS classification, Burnaston falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
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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