NHS Treatment in Colton Common at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of 1,711 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Vitruvian Dental Studio, Scholes — under a mile; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Temple Moor High School — 1.3 miles Garforth Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.2% 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 Colton Common
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Colton Common, 47 practices within 10 and 136 practices within 20. The closest is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, 0.7 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Vitruvian Dental Studio, 0.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (703 reviews) |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 1.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (782 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDSLeeds | 4.1 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| New Smile Dental CareLeeds | 5.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (155 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SpaLeeds | 5.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (3,876 reviews) |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 7.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Colton Common with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Scholes, 0.7 miles north; the next are Garforth (1.7 miles east) and Leeds (4.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scholes | 1 | 0.7 miles north |
| Garforth | 1 | 1.7 miles east |
| Leeds | 5 | 4.1 miles west |
| Wakefield | 2 | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Morley | 1 | 7.6 miles south-west |
| Pontefract | 1 | 8.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Colton Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Design Studio in Wakefield (5.0 from 116 reviews), 7.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Design StudioWakefield | 5.0 (116 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-west |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 4.9 (782 reviews) | 1.7 miles east |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 4.9 (703 reviews) | 0.7 miles north |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 4.9 (291 reviews) | 7.0 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 Colton Common, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Enhance Dental, 1.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Vitruvian Dental Studio, Scholes, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 5 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Colton Common are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Colton Common funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Colton Common
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 City and Borough of Leeds depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Colton Common — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Colton Common's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Colton Common, 5.5% of the 1,711 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Colton Common is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 5 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. For NHS dental services, Colton Common falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Colton Common as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 16.1% of the local population is under 16. Families in Colton Common are served by secondary schools including Temple Moor High School (1.3 miles) and Garforth Academy (1.6 miles). 8 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 296 schools and 135,588 pupils across Colton Common's Local Authority. Colton Common has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Colton Common itself. The closest on record are Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, under a mile away; garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds, about 2 miles away; and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS, 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Colton Common?
Many patients in City and Borough of Leeds 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Colton Common
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Colton Common trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Colton Common
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Colton Common comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across City and Borough of Leeds to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Colton Common — Local Context
NHS waiting times in City and Borough of Leeds are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Colton Common
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Treatment for Children in Colton Common
Eligible children under 18 in Colton Common 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Colton Common
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Colton Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Colton Common is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, about 0.7 miles to the north. The next closest are garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds (1.7 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Colton Common?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Colton Common, 47 practices within 10 miles and 136 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Colton Common?
The nearest practice to Colton Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, about 0.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include garforth dental - Invisalign Leeds (1.7 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDS (4.1 miles).
Is Colton Common rural or urban?
ONS classifies Colton Common as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What towns are near Colton Common?
Nearby towns include Hollinthorpe, Cross Gates, Penda's Fields.
How many pupils are in Colton Common's Local Authority?
Colton Common's Local Authority has 296 schools educating 135,588 pupils (DfE data).
Which county covers Colton Common?
Colton Common is in City and Borough of Leeds.
How much do NHS braces cost?
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. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
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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