NHS Treatment in Chobham 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 | 14.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of 1,313 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Sync Dental Guildford, Knaphill — 2.3 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Gordon's School — 1.6 miles Woking High School — 2.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 24 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.5% 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 Chobham
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Chobham, 59 practices within 10 and 218 practices within 20. The closest is Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, 2.3 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Sync Dental Guildford, 2.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sync Dental GuildfordKnaphill | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (662 reviews) |
| iQ Braces & FacesWoking | 3.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (216 reviews) |
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 4.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (319 reviews) |
| Fairlands Dental & Implant CentreFairlands | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (376 reviews) |
| Croft Dental CentreCamberley | 6.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (324 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chobham with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Knaphill, 2.3 miles south; the next are Woking (3.0 miles south-east) and West Byfleet (4.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Knaphill | 1 | 2.3 miles south |
| Woking | 2 | 3.0 miles south-east |
| West Byfleet | 1 | 4.6 miles east |
| Fairlands | 1 | 6.0 miles south |
| Camberley | 1 | 6.1 miles west |
| Egham | 1 | 6.1 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 Chobham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Academy Dental Care in Sandhurst (5.0 from 413 reviews), 7.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Dental CareSandhurst | 5.0 (413 reviews) | 7.2 miles west |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
| Levitas Dental Clinic part of the Levitas Group (Formerly known as The Mews Dental)Guildford | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 7.6 miles south |
| Woodbridge Hill Dental Practice GuildfordGuildford | 4.9 (586 reviews) | 7.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Chobham, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 2.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Sync Dental Guildford, Knaphill, 2.3 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 Chobham 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 in Chobham follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Surrey.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Chobham
For eligible patients in Chobham, 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 Chobham.
- 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 Orthodontic Access in Chobham
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Surrey depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Orthodontic practices in and around Chobham vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Chobham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. In the census neighbourhood around Chobham, 7.2% of the 1,313 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.6% average across Surrey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Chobham is about 24 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Chobham as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Chobham's under-16 share sits at 14.9%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Chobham attend schools such as Gordon's School (1.6 miles) and Woking High School (2.3 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Chobham has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Chobham itself. The nearest recorded are Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 2 miles away; Goldsworth Road Dental & Implant Centre in Woking, about 3 miles away; and Sunninghill Clinic, about 4 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 Chobham
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Chobham costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Chobham
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Chobham — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Surrey are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Children's Orthodontics in Chobham
For many families in Chobham, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Parents in Chobham increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Chobham
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Chobham
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chobham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chobham is Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 2.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Goldsworth Road Dental & Implant Centre (2.9 miles) and Bradstowe Dental Practice (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chobham?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Chobham, 59 practices within 10 miles and 218 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chobham?
The nearest practice to Chobham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 2.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include iQ Braces & Faces (3.0 miles) and Woking Dental Care (3.2 miles).
What county is Chobham in?
Chobham is in Surrey.
How deprived is Chobham compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Chobham is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Chobham?
Burrowhill, Littlewick, Brookwood are within easy reach of Chobham.
What is the population of Chobham?
Chobham has a population of around 2,835.
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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