NHS Treatment in Cartbridge 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 | 18.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of 1,695 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Woking Dental Care, Woking — 2.1 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking — 1.3 miles Hoe Valley School — 1.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 24 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.9% 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 Cartbridge
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of Cartbridge, 44 practices within 10 and 209 practices within 20. The closest is Woking Dental Care, 2.1 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Woking Dental Care, 2.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 2.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| iQ Braces & FacesWoking | 2.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (216 reviews) |
| Sync Dental GuildfordKnaphill | 3.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (662 reviews) |
| Levitas Dental Clinic part of the Levitas Group (Formerly known as The Mews Dental)Guildford | 3.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (87 reviews) |
| Woodbridge Hill Dental Practice GuildfordGuildford | 3.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (586 reviews) |
| Guildford Dental PartnershipGuildford | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (121 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cartbridge with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Woking, 2.1 miles north; the next are Knaphill (3.0 miles north-west) and Guildford (3.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Woking | 2 | 2.1 miles north |
| Knaphill | 1 | 3.0 miles north-west |
| Guildford | 6 | 3.2 miles south |
| West Byfleet | 1 | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Fairlands | 1 | 4.0 miles south-west |
| Weybridge | 1 | 6.8 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 Cartbridge
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey (5.0 from 319 reviews), 3.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Eastgate Dental ClinicGuildford | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 3.8 miles south |
| Levitas Dental Clinic part of the Levitas Group (Formerly known as The Mews Dental)Guildford | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 3.2 miles south |
| Woodbridge Hill Dental Practice GuildfordGuildford | 4.9 (586 reviews) | 3.5 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 Cartbridge, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 1.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Woking Dental Care, 2.1 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 Cartbridge 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.
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Surrey to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Cartbridge.
How Eligibility Is Scored
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Surrey.
The Dental Health Component (DHC) grades severity from 1 to 5:
- Grade 1 — No treatment need.
- Grade 2 — Little treatment need: mild malocclusion.
- Grade 3 — Borderline: moderate malocclusion.
- Grade 4 — Treatment need: severe malocclusion impacting dental health.
- Grade 5 — Very great need: most severe cases including impactions and large overjets.
NHS funding is generally available for grades 4 and 5. Grade 3 is borderline and is also judged on the Aesthetic Component (AC), a 1–10 photographic scale — a grade 3 with a high AC score may still qualify.
Not Eligible? Here's What to Do Next in Cartbridge
An IOTN score below grade 4 does not mean your teeth don't need attention — it means NHS resources are prioritised for the most clinically significant cases. Private treatment is open to everyone and provides more treatment choices, faster access, and a more personalised experience.
Contacting a private orthodontic practice in Cartbridge for a consultation is a straightforward next step. Many offer a free initial assessment so you can understand your options and costs before making any commitment.
Eligibility in Cartbridge — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Surrey vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Cartbridge has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Bupa Dental Care — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. National deprivation data ranks Cartbridge among England's less deprived areas. Census 2021 counts 1,695 residents in the neighbourhood around Cartbridge, 8.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.6% average across Surrey. The nearest university dental hospital to Cartbridge is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dental commissioning in Cartbridge falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Cartbridge's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Cartbridge's under-16 share sits at 18.4%, per the 2021 Census. Families in Cartbridge are served by secondary schools including St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking (1.3 miles) and Hoe Valley School (1.5 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. With 22 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cartbridge is better served than 92% of towns in England. See local practice availability in Cartbridge → If you or your child do not meet the IOTN threshold for NHS treatment, private orthodontic care with no eligibility barrier and no waiting list is available from local practices, typically ranging from £1,500 to £5,500 depending on treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Eligibility in Cartbridge
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cartbridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cartbridge is Woking Dental Care, about 2.1 miles to the north. The next closest are iQ Braces & Faces (2.2 miles) and Goldsworth Road Dental & Implant Centre (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cartbridge?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of Cartbridge, 44 practices within 10 miles and 209 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cartbridge?
The nearest practice to Cartbridge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Woking Dental Care, about 2.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include iQ Braces & Faces (2.2 miles) and Sync Dental Guildford (3.0 miles).
How many families live in Cartbridge?
18.4% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
How deprived is Cartbridge compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Cartbridge is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Cartbridge?
Cartbridge sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Where's the nearest dentist to Cartbridge?
Cartbridge has no orthodontic practice of its own, but Bupa Dental Care is about 2 miles away and, like any general dentist, can assess and refer for orthodontic treatment.
What happens if I'm refused NHS treatment?
If you don't meet the IOTN threshold, private orthodontic care is available with no eligibility barrier. A private orthodontist can treat any level of complexity regardless of IOTN score, and payment plans make this accessible.
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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