NHS Treatment in Burrowhill at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 15.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of 1,234 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Sync Dental Guildford, Knaphill — 3 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Gordon's School — 1.9 miles Woking High School — 2.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 24 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12% 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 Burrowhill
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Burrowhill, 59 practices within 10 and 234 practices within 20. The closest is Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, 3.0 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Sync Dental Guildford, 3.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sync Dental GuildfordKnaphill | 3.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (662 reviews) |
| iQ Braces & FacesWoking | 3.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (216 reviews) |
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 3.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 4.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (319 reviews) |
| Crown House Dental PracticeEgham | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| Croft Dental CentreCamberley | 6.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (324 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Burrowhill with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Knaphill, 3.0 miles south; the next are Woking (3.5 miles south-east) and West Byfleet (4.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Knaphill | 1 | 3.0 miles south |
| Woking | 2 | 3.5 miles south-east |
| West Byfleet | 1 | 4.8 miles east |
| Egham | 1 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Camberley | 1 | 6.3 miles west |
| Staines | 2 | 6.6 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 Burrowhill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Academy Dental Care in Sandhurst (5.0 from 413 reviews), 7.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Dental CareSandhurst | 5.0 (413 reviews) | 7.3 miles west |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 4.8 miles east |
| Woodbridge Hill Dental Practice GuildfordGuildford | 4.9 (586 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 4.9 (444 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Burrowhill, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Sunningdale Dental Practice, 2.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sync Dental Guildford, Knaphill, 3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 24 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Burrowhill are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 Burrowhill focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. 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 Access in Burrowhill
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 Surrey are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
There's no orthodontist on record in Burrowhill itself; the nearest dentist, Sunningdale Dental Practice, is about 2 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Burrowhill's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Census 2021 counts 1,234 residents in the neighbourhood around Burrowhill, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. The nearest university dental hospital to Burrowhill is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dental commissioning in Burrowhill falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Burrowhill's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. 15.3% of Burrowhill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Burrowhill attend schools such as Gordon's School (1.9 miles) and Woking High School (2.8 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. With 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, Burrowhill is better served than 72% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Burrowhill itself. The nearest we do hold are Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 3 miles away; Bradstowe Dental Practice in Woking, about 3 miles away; and Sunninghill Clinic, about 4 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 Burrowhill?
Many patients in Surrey 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.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Burrowhill
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Burrowhill trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Burrowhill
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Treatment for Children in Burrowhill
Eligible children under 18 in Burrowhill 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Burrowhill?
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. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Burrowhill?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Burrowhill is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Burrowhill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Burrowhill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Burrowhill is Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 3.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Bradstowe Dental Practice (3.4 miles) and iQ Braces & Faces (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Burrowhill?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Burrowhill, 59 practices within 10 miles and 234 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Burrowhill?
The nearest practice to Burrowhill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 3.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include iQ Braces & Faces (3.5 miles) and Woking Dental Care (3.7 miles).
What towns are near Burrowhill?
Nearby towns include Brick Hill, Chobham, Broomhall.
How deprived is Burrowhill compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Burrowhill is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What kind of area is Burrowhill?
By ONS classification, Burrowhill falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Does Burrowhill have a dental practice?
Burrowhill has no orthodontic practice of its own, but Sunningdale Dental Practice is about 2 miles away and, like any general dentist, can assess and refer for orthodontic treatment.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one course of treatment.
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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