NHS Treatment in Cakebole 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of 1,555 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre, Kidderminster — 3.2 miles; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Charles I School — 3.3 miles Holy Trinity School — 3.7 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 15 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.4% 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 Cakebole
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Cakebole, 35 practices within 10 and 131 practices within 20. The closest is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, 3.2 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre, 3.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 3.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 4.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouBromsgrove | 5.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| The Sweet Smile BromsgroveBromsgrove | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
| South Road Dental PracticeStourbridge | 7.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (81 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cakebole with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Kidderminster, 3.2 miles north-west; the next are Bromsgrove (4.9 miles east) and Stourbridge (7.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kidderminster | 1 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Bromsgrove | 4 | 4.9 miles east |
| Stourbridge | 8 | 7.1 miles north |
| Halesowen | 2 | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Cradley Heath | 1 | 9.4 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 Cakebole
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Morgan Dental Practice in Halesowen (5.0 from 249 reviews), 8.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Dental PracticeHalesowen | 5.0 (249 reviews) | 8.9 miles north-east |
| Worcester Street Dental PracticeStourbridge | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 7.2 miles north |
| Halesowen DentalHalesowen | 4.9 (338 reviews) | 9.4 miles north-east |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 3.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Cakebole, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Worcester Street Dental Practice, 7.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre, Kidderminster, 3.2 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 15 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Cakebole 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.
For families in Cakebole, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Cakebole
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 Worcestershire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Cakebole — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Cakebole's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 1,555 residents in the neighbourhood around Cakebole, 6.1% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Worcestershire. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cakebole is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 15 miles away. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Cakebole falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. 14.6% of Cakebole's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Cakebole are King Charles I School (3.3 miles) and Holy Trinity School (3.7 miles). With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cakebole is better served than 64% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cakebole itself. The closest on record are Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 3 miles away; Mitton Dental Surgery in Stourport-on-Severn, about 4 miles away; and Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Cakebole
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Cakebole 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Cakebole?
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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Cakebole
For many families in Cakebole, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. 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 Cakebole
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Cakebole?
Many patients in Cakebole are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Worcestershire to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Cakebole — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Worcestershire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Cakebole
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cakebole?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cakebole is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 3.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Foley Park Dental & Implant Centre (3.9 miles) and Bradley Shorthouse Dental Clinic (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cakebole?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Cakebole, 35 practices within 10 miles and 131 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cakebole?
The nearest practice to Cakebole that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster, about 3.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Bromsgrove Dental Clinic (4.9 miles) and Orthodontics For You (5.0 miles).
How deprived is Cakebole compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Cakebole is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What kind of area is Cakebole?
By ONS classification, Cakebole falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
What county is Cakebole in?
Cakebole falls within Worcestershire.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Cakebole?
NHS dental commissioning in Cakebole falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
It's a genuine risk on a long waiting list — NHS funding is age-sensitive, so a case eligible at 16 might be assessed differently at 18. If you're close to that age and eligible now, ask about timescales; it can tip the decision toward going private.
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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