NHS Treatment in Chorleywood at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Central East 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 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 11.2% of 1,284 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, Rickmansworth — 1.4 miles; 18 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Clement Danes School — 1.0 miles The Reach Free School — 1.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 19 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.1% 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 Chorleywood
On our practice register: 18 practices within 5 miles of Chorleywood, 48 practices within 10 and 282 practices within 20. The closest is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, 1.4 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, 1.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTDRickmansworth | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Rickmansworth OrthodonticsRickmansworth | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (24 reviews) |
| BELUR ORTHODONTICSAmersham | 3.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Dr Korosh MajidiWatford | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Watford Orthodontic PracticeWatford | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (89 reviews) |
| Cassio Road Dental PracticeWatford | 4.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (662 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chorleywood with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Rickmansworth, 1.4 miles south-east; the next are Amersham (3.6 miles north-west) and Watford (4.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Rickmansworth | 2 | 1.4 miles south-east |
| Amersham | 1 | 3.6 miles north-west |
| Watford | 6 | 4.5 miles east |
| Northwood Hills | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Northwood | 1 | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Hemel Hempstead | 3 | 6.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Chorleywood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Landmark Dental in Hemel Hempstead (5.0 from 158 reviews), 6.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Landmark DentalHemel Hempstead | 5.0 (158 reviews) | 6.3 miles north |
| J&R DentalRuislip | 4.9 (288 reviews) | 6.3 miles south-east |
| Fitze Dental ClinicsHemel Hempstead | 4.9 (197 reviews) | 6.3 miles north |
| Precision SmilesNorthwood Hills | 4.8 (309 reviews) | 5.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Chorleywood, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Senova Dental, 4.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, 1.4 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 19 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Chorleywood are commissioned by NHS Central East 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 Chorleywood 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Chorleywood
For eligible patients in Chorleywood, 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 Chorleywood.
- 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Chorleywood
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Chorleywood costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Chorleywood
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 Hertfordshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Chorleywood. By national deprivation ranking, Chorleywood sits among the less deprived areas of England. In the census neighbourhood around Chorleywood, 11.2% of the 1,284 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.8% average across Hertfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Chorleywood is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 19 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Central East Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Chorleywood. Chorleywood is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 20.7% of Chorleywood's population at under 16. The closest secondary schools to Chorleywood are St Clement Danes School (1.0 miles) and The Reach Free School (1.3 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (17), Chorleywood has more choice than 88% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Chorleywood. The closest on record are RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, about a mile away; BELUR ORTHODONTICS in Amersham, about 4 miles away; and Watford Smiles Invisalign, Composite Bonding, Veneers & Dental Implants, 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Chorleywood
For many families in Chorleywood, 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. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Chorleywood
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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Chorleywood
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Chorleywood — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Hertfordshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Chorleywood
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chorleywood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chorleywood is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, about 1.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Rickmansworth Orthodontics (1.4 miles) and BELUR ORTHODONTICS (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chorleywood?
Our register has 18 practices within 5 miles of Chorleywood, 48 practices within 10 miles and 282 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chorleywood?
The nearest practice to Chorleywood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is RICKMANSWORTH ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE LTD, about 1.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Rickmansworth Orthodontics (1.4 miles) and BELUR ORTHODONTICS (3.6 miles).
What is the population of Chorleywood?
Chorleywood has a population of around 11,917.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Chorleywood?
NHS dental commissioning in Chorleywood falls under NHS Central East Integrated Care Board.
Which county covers Chorleywood?
Chorleywood falls within Hertfordshire.
What towns are near Chorleywood?
Mill End, Rickmansworth, Chenies are within easy reach of Chorleywood.
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS contracts expect reasonable attendance, and repeatedly missing adjustments can get treatment discontinued since it extends the course and ties up scarce capacity. If attendance is genuinely difficult, tell the practice rather than just not showing up.
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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