NHS Treatment in Fan Grove at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 1,474 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey, West Byfleet — 3.2 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Salesian School, Chertsey — 0.9 miles Jubilee High School — 1.7 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 21 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.8% 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 Fan Grove
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Fan Grove, 67 practices within 10 and 297 practices within 20. The closest is The Courtyard Clinic in Chertsey, 1.8 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey, 3.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (319 reviews) |
| Crown House Dental PracticeEgham | 3.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| Weybridge OrthodonticsWeybridge | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (186 reviews) |
| Rothley Lodge DentalStaines | 3.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (541 reviews) |
| Cygnet OrthodonticsStaines | 4.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (83 reviews) |
| Confident Smile Dental Practice | sheppertonShepperton | 4.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (134 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fan Grove with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is West Byfleet, 3.2 miles south-east; the next are Egham (3.5 miles north) and Weybridge (3.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| West Byfleet | 1 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Egham | 1 | 3.5 miles north |
| Weybridge | 1 | 3.8 miles east |
| Staines | 2 | 3.9 miles north-east |
| Shepperton | 1 | 4.1 miles east |
| Woking | 2 | 4.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fan Grove
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey (5.0 from 319 reviews), 3.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Smile Rooms WindsorWindsor | 4.9 (515 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 4.9 (444 reviews) | 4.3 miles south |
| Dental HouseSunbury-on-Thames | 4.9 (227 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Fan Grove, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Ottershaw Dental Centre, 1.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey, 3.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 21 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Fan Grove are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Fan Grove, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Fan Grove plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Fan Grove
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Fan Grove typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Fan Grove
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 Surrey vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Fan Grove has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Ottershaw Dental Centre — is about a mile away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. National deprivation data puts Fan Grove close to the England median. Census 2021 counts 1,474 residents in the neighbourhood around Fan Grove, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fan Grove is about 21 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. ONS classifies Fan Grove as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 15.2% of Fan Grove's population at under 16. Families in Fan Grove are served by secondary schools including Salesian School, Chertsey (0.9 miles) and Jubilee High School (1.7 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Fan Grove has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Fan Grove itself. The nearest we do hold are The Courtyard Clinic in Chertsey, about 2 miles away; Surrey Dental & Aesthetics in Woking, about 3 miles away; and York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey, about 3 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Fan Grove
The NHS pathway in Fan Grove 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 Fan Grove.
- 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Fan Grove
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Fan Grove comes down to a structured assessment. 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.
Understanding the IOTN Score
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Surrey.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Fan Grove
For many families in Fan Grove, 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. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Fan Grove
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 Fan Grove
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fan Grove?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fan Grove is The Courtyard Clinic in Chertsey, about 1.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey (3.2 miles) and Surrey Dental & Aesthetics (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fan Grove?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Fan Grove, 67 practices within 10 miles and 297 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fan Grove?
The nearest practice to Fan Grove that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey, about 3.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Crown House Dental Practice (3.5 miles) and Weybridge Orthodontics (3.8 miles).
How many families live in Fan Grove?
Around 15.2% of Fan Grove's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which county covers Fan Grove?
Fan Grove is in Surrey.
Is Fan Grove rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Fan Grove falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Does Fan Grove have a dental practice?
No orthodontic practice covers Fan Grove directly — the nearest dentist, Ottershaw Dental Centre, is about a mile away and is a normal first stop for a referral into orthodontic care.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
Almost always metal fixed braces — ceramic, lingual and aligner treatment aren't NHS options. A less visible appliance means going private.
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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