NHS Treatment in Bury Common 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of 1,019 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Sussex Orthodontics, Bognor Regis — 10.3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% 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 Bury Common
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Bury Common; 4 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is The Admor Group in Littlehampton, 7.5 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Sussex Orthodontics, 10.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex OrthodonticsBognor Regis | 10.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (137 reviews) |
| PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS)Bognor Regis | 10.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Tarring Dental - WorthingWorthing | 10.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Basin Road Dental SurgeryChichester | 11.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (46 reviews) |
| Worthing Dental PracticeWorthing | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (128 reviews) |
| Chichester Dental PracticeChichester | 11.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (73 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bury Common with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bognor Regis, 10.3 miles south-west; the next are Worthing (10.4 miles south-east) and Chichester (11.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis | 2 | 10.3 miles south-west |
| Worthing | 4 | 10.4 miles south-east |
| Chichester | 2 | 11.0 miles south-west |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 14.3 miles south-east |
| Cranleigh | 1 | 15.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bury Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Strand Dental Worthing (4.9 from 144 reviews), 11.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 4.9 (144 reviews) | 11.4 miles south-east |
| Tarring Dental - WorthingWorthing | 4.8 (243 reviews) | 10.4 miles south-east |
| Sussex OrthodonticsBognor Regis | 4.8 (137 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-west |
| Chichester Dental PracticeChichester | 4.8 (73 reviews) | 11.4 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 Bury Common, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Little London Dental Clinic, 10.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sussex Orthodontics, Bognor Regis, 10.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Bury Common 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.
For families in Bury Common, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Bury Common plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Bury Common
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 West Sussex differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Not every practice near Bury Common offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By national deprivation ranking, Bury Common is roughly mid-table for England. Census 2021 counts 1,019 residents in the neighbourhood around Bury Common, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex. Bury Common sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. By ONS classification, Bury Common falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Bury Common has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.4% of residents are under 16. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Bury Common; the nearest is about 8 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bury Common itself. The nearest recorded are The Admor Group in Littlehampton, about 8 miles away; Newholme Dental Practice in Bognor Regis, about 9 miles away; and City Dental Lab Ltd in Chichester, about 10 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.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Bury Common
For eligible patients in Bury Common, 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 Bury Common.
- 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 Waiting Times in Bury Common
NHS orthodontic waiting times in West Sussex vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Bury Common?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Bury Common.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Bury Common?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Bury Common 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Bury Common
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Treatment for Children in Bury Common
Eligible children under 18 in Bury Common 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 Bury Common
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bury Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bury Common is The Admor Group in Littlehampton, about 7.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Abbots Lodge Dental Practice (8.0 miles) and Pringle Orthodontics (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bury Common?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Bury Common, 4 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Littlehampton, 7.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bury Common?
The nearest practice to Bury Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sussex Orthodontics in Bognor Regis, about 10.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include PALENT ORTHODONTICS (1 ODEON BUILDINGS) (10.3 miles) and Tarring Dental - Worthing (10.4 miles).
How many families live in Bury Common?
Around 12.4% of Bury Common's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which NHS body covers Bury Common for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Bury Common falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board.
Is Bury Common rural or urban?
ONS classifies Bury Common as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Bury Common compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Bury Common is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
Everything from the specialist assessment through adjustments, the brace, de-bonding and retainers is covered as a single 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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