NHS Treatment in Endon at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 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 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 1,752 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Stoke Orthodontic Services, Stoke-on-Trent — 4.2 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Endon High School — 0.5 miles Westwood College — 2.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Manchester University Dental Hospital, Manchester — about 27 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% 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 Endon
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Endon, 22 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Synergy Dental Care in Kidsgrove, 3.6 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Stoke Orthodontic Services, 4.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Orthodontic ServicesStoke-on-Trent | 4.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (62 reviews) |
| Shelton Dental CentreStoke-on-Trent | 5.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (221 reviews) |
| Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield)Stoke-on-Trent | 6.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (507 reviews) |
| Longton Dental CentreLongton | 6.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (184 reviews) |
| Ashlow Orthodontic PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 6.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (407 reviews) |
| Hanover Dental PracticeStoke-on-Trent | 6.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (237 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Endon with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Stoke-on-Trent, 4.2 miles south-west; the next are Longton (6.3 miles south) and Congleton (7.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Stoke-on-Trent | 5 | 4.2 miles south-west |
| Longton | 1 | 6.3 miles south |
| Congleton | 2 | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Macclesfield | 3 | 11.0 miles north |
| Sandbach | 2 | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Stone | 1 | 12.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Endon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Cheshire Orthodontics in Sandbach (5.0 from 97 reviews), 11.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheshire OrthodonticsSandbach | 5.0 (97 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Macclesfield OrthodonticsMacclesfield | 5.0 (86 reviews) | 11.0 miles north |
| Fence House DentalMacclesfield | 5.0 (83 reviews) | 12.4 miles north |
| MAC DentalMacclesfield | 4.9 (2,117 reviews) | 12.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Endon, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Wolstanton Dental & Implant Centre, 5.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Stoke Orthodontic Services, Stoke-on-Trent, 4.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 27 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Endon are commissioned by NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Endon follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. 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 Staffordshire.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Endon
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 orthodontic waiting times in Staffordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Orthodontic practices in and around Endon vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. National deprivation data ranks Endon among England's less deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Endon, 6.6% of the 1,752 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across Staffordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Endon is Manchester University Dental Hospital in Manchester, about 27 miles away. Endon is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.5% of the local population is under 16. Families in Endon are served by secondary schools including Endon High School (0.5 miles) and Westwood College (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Endon has more choice than 56% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Endon itself. The closest on record are Synergy Dental Care in Kidsgrove, about 4 miles away; Horizons Dental Practice in Biddulph, about 4 miles away; and Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Endon?
Many patients in Staffordshire 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Endon
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Equivalent private metal braces in Endon typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Endon
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Endon comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Staffordshire apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
What If You Don't Qualify for NHS Treatment?
If your IOTN score falls below the threshold for NHS funding, private orthodontic treatment is fully available with no eligibility criteria and no waiting list. This means you can start treatment within weeks of your consultation, with full choice of brace type — metal, ceramic, aligner, or lingual — rather than being limited to NHS metal braces.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Endon
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Endon increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Endon
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 Endon
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Endon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Endon is Synergy Dental Care in Kidsgrove, about 3.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Horizons Dental Practice (3.7 miles) and Stoke Orthodontic Services (4.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Endon?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Endon, 22 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Endon?
The nearest practice to Endon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Stoke Orthodontic Services in Stoke-on-Trent, about 4.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Shelton Dental Centre (5.5 miles) and Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Huddersfield) (6.0 miles).
Which NHS body covers Endon for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Endon falls under NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board.
How big is Endon?
Around 3,221 people live in Endon.
How deprived is Endon compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Endon is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Endon rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Endon falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Endon?
Typically 12-24 months in Staffordshire, sometimes more depending on the area. Private treatment skips the list entirely, usually starting within weeks.
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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