NHS Treatment in Collett's Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 1,861 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, Bromsgrove — 14.3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Christopher Whitehead Language College — 2.4 miles Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College — 2.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 27 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.6% 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 Collett's Green
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Collett's Green, 12 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is St Johns Dental in Worcester, 2.3 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, 14.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 14.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| Evesham OrthodonticsEvesham | 14.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 14.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
| Orthodontics For YouBromsgrove | 15.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| The Sweet Smile BromsgroveBromsgrove | 15.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 15.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Collett's Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bromsgrove, 14.3 miles north-east; the next are Evesham (14.4 miles east) and Kidderminster (15.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bromsgrove | 4 | 14.3 miles north-east |
| Evesham | 1 | 14.4 miles east |
| Kidderminster | 1 | 15.6 miles north |
| Redditch | 2 | 15.9 miles north-east |
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 16.2 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 Collett's Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster (4.9 from 124 reviews), 15.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 15.6 miles north |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 4.8 (134 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-east |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 4.7 (400 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 4.6 (115 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Collett's Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 8.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, 14.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 27 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Collett's Green are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Collett's Green follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Collett's Green plan around realistic waiting times.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Collett's Green?
Many patients in Worcestershire 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Collett's Green
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 orthodontic waiting times in Worcestershire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Provision in Collett's Green varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. National deprivation data ranks Collett's Green among England's less deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 1,861 residents in Collett's Green's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Worcestershire. The nearest university dental hospital to Collett's Green is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 27 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dental commissioning in Collett's Green falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Collett's Green's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 17.4% of the local population is under 16. Families in Collett's Green are served by secondary schools including Christopher Whitehead Language College (2.4 miles) and Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Collett's Green has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Collett's Green itself. The nearest recorded are St Johns Dental in Worcester, about 2 miles away; Beacon DentalCare in Great Malvern, about 3 miles away; and Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, 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.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Collett's Green
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Collett's Green typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Collett's Green
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Collett's Green
Children in Collett's Green who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Collett's Green
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
How Eligibility Is Scored
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Worcestershire.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Collett's Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Collett's Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Collett's Green is St Johns Dental in Worcester, about 2.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Ceroplast (2.5 miles) and Smile Dental Care Clinic (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Collett's Green?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Collett's Green, 12 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Collett's Green?
The nearest practice to Collett's Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bromsgrove Dental Clinic, about 14.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Evesham Orthodontics (14.4 miles) and New Road Dental (14.9 miles).
Is Collett's Green a family area?
Around 17.4% of Collett's Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What county is Collett's Green in?
Collett's Green is in Worcestershire.
What kind of area is Collett's Green?
ONS classifies Collett's Green as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How's children's dental health in Collett's Green's area?
Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes — you can start private treatment at any time, including while on an NHS waiting list. Many patients do this to avoid a long wait or to access ceramic or aligner options. You don't have to formally leave the NHS list first, though it's courteous to let the practice know.
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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