NHS Treatment in Dallam 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 30.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.7% of 1,860 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Turret Orthodontics Liverpool, Warrington — 1.5 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Beamont Collegiate Academy — 0.5 miles Aldridge UTC Warrington — 0.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — about 15 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.7% 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 Dallam
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Dallam, 39 practices within 10 and 194 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Peter Baldwin in Warrington, 1.2 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Turret Orthodontics Liverpool, 1.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turret Orthodontics LiverpoolWarrington | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (89 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEWarrington | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| TURRET ORTHODONTICSWarrington | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - WARRINGTONWarrington | 3.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Birchwood Dental PracticeWarrington | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (152 reviews) |
| Lowton Dental CentreGolborne | 4.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (57 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dallam with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Warrington, 1.5 miles south; the next are Golborne (4.5 miles north) and Daresbury (4.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Warrington | 5 | 1.5 miles south |
| Golborne | 1 | 4.5 miles north |
| Daresbury | 1 | 4.7 miles south |
| Ashton in Makerfield | 2 | 5.5 miles north |
| St Helens | 1 | 5.7 miles north-west |
| Widnes | 3 | 5.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dallam
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Halton Road Dental Practice in Widnes (4.9 from 262 reviews), 6.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halton Road Dental PracticeWidnes | 4.9 (262 reviews) | 6.6 miles south-west |
| Greenlane Dental PracticeLeigh | 4.9 (137 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-east |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 5.6 miles north |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 5.7 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 Dallam, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Walton Road Dental Practice, 2.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Turret Orthodontics Liverpool, Warrington, 1.5 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 15 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Dallam 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.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Dallam focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Warrington.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Dallam?
Many patients in Warrington 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Dallam
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Dallam 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 Dallam.
- 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 Dallam
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 Warrington depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Orthodontic practices in and around Dallam vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Dallam's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 31.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Dallam, 10.7% of the 1,860 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Warrington, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Dallam is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Dallam sits within NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Dallam skews family-heavy: 30.6% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Secondary-age pupils near Dallam attend schools such as Beamont Collegiate Academy (0.5 miles) and Aldridge UTC Warrington (0.8 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 90 schools and 32,899 pupils across Dallam's Local Authority. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Dallam is better served than 79% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Dallam. The nearest we do hold are Dr Peter Baldwin in Warrington, about a mile away; Lowton Dental Centre in Golborne, about 4 miles away; and The Dental Academy - Warrington in Daresbury, about 5 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Dallam
Many patients in Dallam are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. 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.
Eligibility in Dallam — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Warrington differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Dallam
For many families in Dallam, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Dallam — Local Context
Provision in Dallam varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. With 30.6% of residents under 16, Dallam has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.7% of the 1,860 residents in Dallam's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Warrington. Secondary-age pupils near Dallam attend schools such as Beamont Collegiate Academy (0.5 miles) and Aldridge UTC Warrington (0.8 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Dallam's Local Authority has 90 schools educating 32,899 pupils (DfE data). OHID data for this ICB shows 31.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Dallam is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Dallam. By national deprivation ranking, Dallam sits among the more deprived areas of England. Dallam has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dallam is about 15 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Dallam
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dallam?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dallam is Dr Peter Baldwin in Warrington, about 1.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Total Orthodontics Beckenham (1.2 miles) and Victoria House Orthodontic Practice (1.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dallam?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Dallam, 39 practices within 10 miles and 194 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dallam?
The nearest practice to Dallam that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Turret Orthodontics Liverpool in Warrington, about 1.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (1.5 miles) and TURRET ORTHODONTICS (1.5 miles).
What kind of area is Dallam?
ONS classifies Dallam as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which towns are close to Dallam?
Nearby towns include Bank Quay, Old Hall, Howley.
How many pupils are in Dallam's Local Authority?
There are 90 schools and 32,899 pupils in Dallam's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
Is Dallam a family area?
30.6% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Visit your dentist and ask for an orthodontic assessment. If your IOTN score meets the threshold, they will make a formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also accept self-referrals.
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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