NHS Treatment in Catherington at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of 2,465 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Southsea Orthodontics, Waterlooville — 2.9 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Horndean Technology College — 0.6 miles The Cowplain School — 1.9 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.3% 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 Catherington
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Catherington, 21 practices within 10 and 73 practices within 20. The closest is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, 2.9 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Southsea Orthodontics, 2.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southsea OrthodonticsWaterlooville | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (136 reviews) |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (283 reviews) |
| Contour OrthodontistsWinchester | 6.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (76 reviews) |
| DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTREFareham | 8.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| ORTHODONTICA LIMITEDFareham | 8.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 8.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (335 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Catherington with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Waterlooville, 2.9 miles south; the next are Havant (5.1 miles south) and Winchester (6.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville | 1 | 2.9 miles south |
| Havant | 1 | 5.1 miles south |
| Winchester | 1 | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Fareham | 3 | 8.0 miles south-west |
| Southsea | 2 | 9.4 miles south |
| Gosport | 1 | 10.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Catherington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent (5.0 from 36 reviews), 11.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 11.3 miles south-west |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 4.9 (335 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-west |
| Contour OrthodontistsWinchester | 4.9 (76 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 4.8 (283 reviews) | 5.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Catherington, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is DS Dental Studio, 2.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Southsea Orthodontics, Waterlooville, 2.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Catherington are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 Catherington focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Catherington
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 Hampshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
There's no orthodontist on record in Catherington itself; the nearest dentist, DS Dental Studio, is about 3 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. By national deprivation ranking, Catherington sits among the less deprived areas of England. Census 2021 counts 2,465 residents in the neighbourhood around Catherington, 5.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Catherington sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.8% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to Catherington are Horndean Technology College (0.6 miles) and The Cowplain School (1.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Catherington. The closest on record are Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 3 miles away; Hampshire Endodontics, Havant, about 5 miles away; and Envisage Dental Emsworth, about 6 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Catherington
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 Catherington typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Catherington
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Catherington runs like this:
- 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 Catherington.
- 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Catherington
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. 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.
NHS Treatment for Children in Catherington
Eligible children under 18 in Catherington 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Catherington
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Catherington comes down to a structured assessment. 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 Catherington.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Catherington
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Catherington. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Catherington
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Catherington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Catherington is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 2.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Belgrave House Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and Hampshire Endodontics, Havant (5.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Catherington?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Catherington, 21 practices within 10 miles and 73 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Catherington?
The nearest practice to Catherington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 2.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Magnolia House Dental Practice (5.1 miles) and Contour Orthodontists (6.8 miles).
How many families live in Catherington?
Census data puts 15.8% of Catherington's population at under 16.
Which county covers Catherington?
Catherington falls within Hampshire.
Is Catherington rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Catherington falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Does Catherington have a dental practice?
No orthodontic practice covers Catherington directly — the nearest dentist, DS Dental Studio, is about 3 miles away and is a normal first stop for a referral into orthodontic care.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Frequently the same specialist, sometimes even the same practice, provides both. The clinical skill doesn't change — what differs between the two routes is appliance choice, waiting time and how personalised the experience is.
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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