NHS Treatment in Dove Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of 1,840 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield — 3.3 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Selston High School — 0.2 miles Frederick Gent School — 2.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 23 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.3% 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 Dove Green
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Dove Green, 21 practices within 10 and 77 practices within 20. The closest is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, 3.3 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Kirkby Dental Practice, 3.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 4.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| Heanor Dental CareHeanor | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (66 reviews) |
| Hucknall Dental CareHucknall | 5.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (881 reviews) |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 5.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (251 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 6.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dove Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Sutton in Ashfield, 3.3 miles north-east; the next are Alfreton (4.0 miles north-west) and Heanor (4.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton in Ashfield | 2 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 4.0 miles north-west |
| Heanor | 1 | 4.5 miles south |
| Hucknall | 2 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Kimberley | 1 | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Mansfield | 1 | 7.3 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 Dove Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Westdale Dental in Nottingham (4.9 from 730 reviews), 10.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 10.0 miles south-east |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 4.9 (544 reviews) | 8.8 miles south-east |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 5.6 miles south-east |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Dove Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Church View Dental Practice, 3.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Kirkby Dental Practice, Sutton in Ashfield, 3.3 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 23 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Dove Green are commissioned by NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Dove Green, 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. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Nottinghamshire.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Dove Green
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Dove Green 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.
NHS Waiting Times in Dove Green
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Nottinghamshire vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Dove 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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Nottinghamshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Dove Green. Dove Green falls in a less deprived area than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,840 residents in the neighbourhood around Dove Green, 5.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.6% average across Nottinghamshire. The nearest university dental hospital to Dove Green is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dental commissioning in Dove Green falls under NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board. Dove Green is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Dove Green's under-16 share, 13.6%, is below the typical level. Families in Dove Green are served by secondary schools including Selston High School (0.2 miles) and Frederick Gent School (2.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Dove Green has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dove Green itself. The nearest we do hold are Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3 miles away; Refine Specialist Dental Care in Alfreton, about 4 miles away; and Heanor Dental Care, 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Dove Green
Children's orthodontics in Dove Green covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. 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.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Dove Green
Children in Dove 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Dove Green?
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Dove Green comes down to a structured assessment. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
How Eligibility Is Scored
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Nottinghamshire.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Dove Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dove Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dove Green is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.0 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (4.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dove Green?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Dove Green, 21 practices within 10 miles and 77 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dove Green?
The nearest practice to Dove Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Kirkby Dental Practice in Sutton in Ashfield, about 3.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Refine Specialist Dental Care (4.0 miles) and Heanor Dental Care (4.5 miles).
Is Dove Green rural or urban?
ONS classifies Dove Green as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which NHS body covers Dove Green for dental care?
Dove Green sits within NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How deprived is Dove Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Dove Green is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Dove Green?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
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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