NHS Treatment in Cashmoor at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of 1,421 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD, Broadstone — 11.9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Cranborne Middle School — 5.3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% 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 Cashmoor
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Cashmoor; 37 practices within 20. The closest is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, 11.9 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD, 11.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 11.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 13.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 13.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 14.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 14.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| New Leaf DentalBournemouth | 14.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (73 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cashmoor with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Broadstone, 11.9 miles south; the next are Bournemouth (13.2 miles south-east) and Poole (13.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Broadstone | 1 | 11.9 miles south |
| Bournemouth | 6 | 13.2 miles south-east |
| Poole | 4 | 13.7 miles south |
| Salisbury | 3 | 14.9 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 Cashmoor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury (5.0 from 165 reviews), 15.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 5.0 (165 reviews) | 15.0 miles north-east |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 15.7 miles south |
| Ocean DentalcareBournemouth | 4.9 (401 reviews) | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 4.9 (389 reviews) | 14.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Cashmoor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 8.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD, Broadstone, 11.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Cashmoor are commissioned by NHS Dorset 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 Cashmoor focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Cashmoor
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 Cashmoor typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Cashmoor
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 Dorset are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
There's no orthodontist on record in Cashmoor itself; the nearest dentist, mydentist, is about 9 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Cashmoor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 16.7% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Cashmoor, 7.1% of the 1,421 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Cashmoor sits within NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. By ONS classification, Cashmoor falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Census data puts 16.2% of Cashmoor's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Cashmoor attend schools such as Cranborne Middle School (5.3 miles). Cashmoor's Local Authority area covers 179 schools and 51,332 pupils, according to DfE figures. People in Cashmoor usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Cashmoor. The nearest we do hold are Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, about 12 miles away; The Straight Tooth Company in Ringwood, about 12 miles away; and Teeth on the Heath in Poole, about 12 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 the NHS Route Works in Cashmoor
The NHS pathway in Cashmoor is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- 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 Cashmoor.
- 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Cashmoor
Children's orthodontics in Cashmoor covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. 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 Cashmoor
Eligible children under 18 in Cashmoor 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 Cashmoor?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. 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.
Understanding the IOTN Score
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Dorset.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Cashmoor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cashmoor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cashmoor is Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, about 11.9 miles to the south. The next closest are POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (11.9 miles) and The Straight Tooth Company (11.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cashmoor?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Cashmoor, 0 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Broadstone, 11.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cashmoor?
The nearest practice to Cashmoor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, about 11.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Wallisdown Dental Practice (13.2 miles) and Seaview Dental Practice (13.7 miles).
Is Cashmoor a family area?
Around 16.2% of Cashmoor's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What towns are near Cashmoor?
Woodcutts, Gussage St Michael, Moor Crichel are within easy reach of Cashmoor.
What county is Cashmoor in?
Cashmoor falls within Dorset.
Is Cashmoor well served by schools?
Cashmoor's Local Authority has 179 schools educating 51,332 pupils (DfE data).
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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