NHS Treatment in Danesmoor at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 22.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of 2,385 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton — 4.3 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tupton Hall School — 1.6 miles Tibshelf Community School — 2.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 16 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.2% 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 Danesmoor
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Danesmoor, 14 practices within 10 and 92 practices within 20. The closest is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, 0.8 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care, 4.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 7.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 8.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 8.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 8.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Danesmoor with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Alfreton, 4.3 miles south; the next are Chesterfield (5.2 miles north) and Sutton in Ashfield (7.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Alfreton | 1 | 4.3 miles south |
| Chesterfield | 1 | 5.2 miles north |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 2 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Mansfield | 1 | 8.6 miles east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 8.6 miles east |
| Heanor | 1 | 10.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Danesmoor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 5.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 5.2 miles north |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 12.8 miles south-east |
| Trinity House HuddersfieldWorksop | 4.9 (48 reviews) | 15.2 miles north-east |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 4.8 (82 reviews) | 15.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Danesmoor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 6.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Refine Specialist Dental Care, Alfreton, 4.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 16 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Danesmoor are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Danesmoor, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Danesmoor?
Many patients in Derbyshire 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 Danesmoor
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Danesmoor costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Danesmoor
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 Derbyshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Provision in Danesmoor varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Danesmoor falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. In the census neighbourhood around Danesmoor, 8.1% of the 2,385 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Danesmoor is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. For NHS dental services, Danesmoor falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Danesmoor as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. With 22.4% of residents under 16, Danesmoor has an above-average share of children. Secondary-age pupils near Danesmoor attend schools such as Tupton Hall School (1.6 miles) and Tibshelf Community School (2.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Danesmoor has more choice than 52% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Danesmoor itself. The nearest we do hold are Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, under a mile away; Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Danesmoor
Children's orthodontics in Danesmoor covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Treatment for Children in Danesmoor
Eligible children under 18 in Danesmoor 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Danesmoor
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Derbyshire apply the same national criteria consistently. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Danesmoor.
Private Alternatives If You're Not NHS-Eligible in Danesmoor
Patients who don't meet the IOTN threshold have several straightforward private options. A free photo assessment through Virtual Consultant Online is a quick first step to understand which treatments suit your case and what they typically cost locally — before committing to a paid in-person consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Danesmoor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Danesmoor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Danesmoor is Peak Smile Studio in Pilsley, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.3 miles) and Smile Care Centre (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Danesmoor?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Danesmoor, 14 practices within 10 miles and 92 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Danesmoor?
The nearest practice to Danesmoor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.2 miles) and Kirkby Dental Practice (7.6 miles).
What kind of area is Danesmoor?
ONS classifies Danesmoor as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which county covers Danesmoor?
Danesmoor falls within Derbyshire.
How deprived is Danesmoor compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Danesmoor is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Danesmoor's area?
Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Danesmoor?
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Derbyshire typically range from 12 to 24 months — and in some areas longer. Private treatment has no waiting list and usually begins within weeks of consultation.
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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