NHS Treatment in Crockerhill at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of 1,489 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | VIDA Dentistry, Fareham — 1.9 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Henry Cort Community College — 2.1 miles Cams Hill School — 2.2 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 10.8% 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 Crockerhill
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Crockerhill, 30 practices within 10 and 70 practices within 20. The closest is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 1.4 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is VIDA Dentistry, 1.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (335 reviews) |
| DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTREFareham | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| ORTHODONTICA LIMITEDFareham | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Twenty Dental CareGosport | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (151 reviews) |
| Southsea OrthodonticsWaterlooville | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (136 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crockerhill with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Fareham, 1.9 miles south; the next are Lee-on-the-Solent (5.8 miles south) and Gosport (6.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Fareham | 3 | 1.9 miles south |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 5.8 miles south |
| Gosport | 1 | 6.2 miles south |
| Waterlooville | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
| Southsea | 2 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Havant | 1 | 9.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crockerhill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent (5.0 from 36 reviews), 5.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 5.8 miles south |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 4.9 (335 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 4.8 (283 reviews) | 9.0 miles east |
| Twenty Dental CareGosport | 4.8 (151 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Crockerhill, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 5.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is VIDA Dentistry, Fareham, 1.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Crockerhill are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Crockerhill, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Hampshire.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Crockerhill
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 waiting times in Hampshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Provision in Crockerhill varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. By national deprivation ranking, Crockerhill sits among the less deprived areas of England. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.4% of the 1,489 residents in Crockerhill's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Crockerhill is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. 17.7% of Crockerhill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Crockerhill are The Henry Cort Community College (2.1 miles) and Cams Hill School (2.2 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Crockerhill has more choice than 60% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Crockerhill. The nearest recorded are Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about a mile away; David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent, about 6 miles away; and Twenty Dental Care in Gosport, about 6 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 Crockerhill?
Many patients in Hampshire 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.
How the NHS Route Works in Crockerhill
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Crockerhill runs like this:
- 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 Crockerhill.
- 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 Brace Eligibility in Crockerhill
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. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Crockerhill
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Crockerhill. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Crockerhill
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Crockerhill
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Crockerhill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crockerhill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crockerhill is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 1.4 miles to the south. The next closest are VIDA Dentistry (1.9 miles) and DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crockerhill?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Crockerhill, 30 practices within 10 miles and 70 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crockerhill?
The nearest practice to Crockerhill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is VIDA Dentistry in Fareham, about 1.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (1.9 miles) and ORTHODONTICA LIMITED (1.9 miles).
Is Crockerhill a family area?
Around 17.7% of Crockerhill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What NHS area is Crockerhill in for dental services?
Crockerhill sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Crockerhill rural or urban?
ONS classifies Crockerhill as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Crockerhill compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Crockerhill is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Often the same specialist orthodontists provide both NHS and private care, sometimes from the same practice. The clinical skill is identical; what differs is the appliance choice, waiting time and level of personalisation between the two funding routes.
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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