NHS Treatment in Ebnall at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of 1,538 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 11.9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Earl Mortimer College — 1.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% 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 Ebnall
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ebnall; 9 practices within 20. The closest is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 11.9 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, 11.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 11.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 12.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 12.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 25.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Broseley Dental Practice LtdBroseley | 29.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (153 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ebnall with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Hereford, 11.9 miles south; the next are Kidderminster (25.1 miles north-east) and Broseley (29.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 3 | 11.9 miles south |
| Kidderminster | 1 | 25.1 miles north-east |
| Broseley | 1 | 29.1 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 Ebnall
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 12.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 12.2 miles south |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 11.9 miles south |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 12.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Ebnall, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 14.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford, 11.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Ebnall are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Ebnall 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 Ebnall
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Herefordshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Ebnall differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. National deprivation data ranks Ebnall among England's more deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Ebnall, 7.1% of the 1,538 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Ebnall is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. With 22% of residents under 16, Ebnall has an above-average share of children. The closest secondary schools to Ebnall are Earl Mortimer College (1.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Ebnall's Local Authority. Ebnall has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ebnall itself. The nearest we do hold are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 12 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 20 miles away; and Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 22 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.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Ebnall
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Ebnall typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How the NHS Route Works in Ebnall
The NHS pathway in Ebnall is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- 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 Ebnall.
- 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Ebnall
Children's orthodontics in Ebnall covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Ebnall increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
The Age-7 Assessment
British Orthodontic Society guidance points to age 7 for an assessment where there's a noticeable concern — by then most children have their first permanent molars and incisors through, which is enough for an orthodontist to judge jaw relationships, arch development, bite and likely future crowding.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Ebnall
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Herefordshire apply the same national criteria consistently. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Ebnall.
Eligibility in Ebnall — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Herefordshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Ebnall
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ebnall?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ebnall is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 11.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (12.2 miles) and Willows Dentistry (12.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ebnall?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ebnall, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 11.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ebnall?
The nearest practice to Ebnall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 11.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (12.2 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (12.6 miles).
Is Ebnall rural or urban?
ONS classifies Ebnall as urban: Further from a major town or city.
What towns are near Ebnall?
Shirl Heath, The Broad, Lawton are within easy reach of Ebnall.
How many families live in Ebnall?
Around 22% of Ebnall's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which county covers Ebnall?
Ebnall is in Herefordshire.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
NHS braces are almost always metal fixed braces. Ceramic, lingual, or clear aligner treatment is not available on the NHS. If you want a less visible option, private orthodontics is required.
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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