NHS Treatment in Coddington at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 2,204 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Rock House Dental Practice, Guilden Sutton — 7.3 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bishop Heber High School — 4.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — about 24 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% 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 Coddington
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Coddington; 15 practices within 10 and 41 practices within 20. The closest is DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern Dentistry in Chester, 6.5 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Rock House Dental Practice, 7.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock House Dental PracticeGuilden Sutton | 7.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (17 reviews) |
| Overleigh OrthodonticsChester | 7.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (59 reviews) |
| Ruabon Road Dental PracticeWrexham | 8.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (1,255 reviews) |
| Perfect Smile - Dentist in ActonHoole | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (170 reviews) |
| Wrexham Dental WorksWrexham | 8.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (162 reviews) |
| Signature SmilesWrexham | 8.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (32 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Coddington with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Guilden Sutton, 7.3 miles north; the next are Chester (7.6 miles north-west) and Wrexham (8.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Guilden Sutton | 1 | 7.3 miles north |
| Chester | 4 | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Wrexham | 3 | 8.0 miles west |
| Hoole | 1 | 8.1 miles north |
| Nantwich | 1 | 12.4 miles east |
| Deeside | 1 | 13.2 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Coddington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Art of Dental Care Chester (5.0 from 75 reviews), 8.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 8.5 miles north |
| Masters OrthodonticsChester | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 8.5 miles north |
| The Old Surgery Dental Practice CW15EQCrewe | 4.9 (739 reviews) | 16.3 miles east |
| Greenacre OrthodonticsDeeside | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 13.2 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Coddington, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Johnson & Whitehouse Dental Surgery, 9.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Rock House Dental Practice, Guilden Sutton, 7.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 24 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Coddington are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Coddington, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Coddington
The NHS pathway in Coddington 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 Coddington.
- 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 Coddington
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Cheshire West and Chester differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Coddington differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Coddington sits close to the England average for deprivation. 31.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Census 2021 counts 2,204 residents in the neighbourhood around Coddington, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.7% average across Cheshire West and Chester. The nearest university dental hospital to Coddington is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Coddington — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Coddington attend schools such as Bishop Heber High School (4.3 miles). Coddington's Local Authority area covers 176 schools and 54,746 pupils, according to DfE figures. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Coddington; the nearest is about 7 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Coddington itself. The closest on record are DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern Dentistry in Chester, about 6 miles away; Rock House Dental Practice in Guilden Sutton, about 7 miles away; and Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 8 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 Long Is the NHS Wait in Coddington?
Many patients in Cheshire West and Chester wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Coddington
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Coddington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Coddington is DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern Dentistry in Chester, about 6.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Rock House Dental Practice (7.3 miles) and Overleigh Orthodontics (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Coddington?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Coddington, 15 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Chester, 6.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Coddington?
The nearest practice to Coddington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Rock House Dental Practice in Guilden Sutton, about 7.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Overleigh Orthodontics (7.6 miles) and Ruabon Road Dental Practice (8.0 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Coddington?
OHID figures for this ICB show 31.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How many pupils are in Coddington's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 176 schools and 54,746 pupils across Coddington's Local Authority.
Which county covers Coddington?
Coddington falls within Cheshire West and Chester.
What towns are near Coddington?
Nearby towns include Aldersey Green, Chowley, Carden.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
NHS braces are almost always metal fixed braces. Ceramic, lingual, or clear aligner treatment is not available on the NHS. If you want a less visible option, private orthodontics is required.
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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