NHS Treatment in Farnham Common at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | 22.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 11.3% of 2,174 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Abbey Dental Surgery, Slough — 1.9 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Beechwood School — 1.0 miles Pioneer Secondary Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 22 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.5% 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 Farnham Common
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Farnham Common, 57 practices within 10 and 246 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental Emergencies in Slough, 1.8 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Abbey Dental Surgery, 1.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Dental SurgerySlough | 1.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (92 reviews) |
| Acorn Dental CareSlough | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (93 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in SloughSlough | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (803 reviews) |
| Maple OrthodonticsSlough | 3.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (91 reviews) |
| SOUTHWEST ORTHODONTISTS LIMITEDBeaconsfield | 3.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| MakingSmiles BeaconsfieldBeaconsfield | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Farnham Common with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Slough, 1.9 miles south; the next are Beaconsfield (3.7 miles north) and Maidenhead (4.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Slough | 6 | 1.9 miles south |
| Beaconsfield | 2 | 3.7 miles north |
| Maidenhead | 1 | 4.8 miles south-west |
| Windsor | 2 | 4.8 miles south |
| Colnbrook | 1 | 4.9 miles south-east |
| Uxbridge | 2 | 6.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Farnham Common
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Uxbridge Orthodontics | NHS Child & Adult Braces | Invisalign | Orthodontic Specialist Service (5.0 from 502 reviews), 6.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Uxbridge Orthodontics | NHS Child & Adult Braces | Invisalign | Orthodontic Specialist ServiceUxbridge | 5.0 (502 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| Smile Rooms WindsorWindsor | 4.9 (515 reviews) | 4.8 miles south |
| Feelgood Dental | NHS & Private Dentist Near Me | Invisalign | Dental ImplantsUxbridge | 4.7 (321 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| Old Windsor Dental PracticeWindsor | 4.7 (68 reviews) | 6.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Farnham Common, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Acorn Dental Care, 4.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Abbey Dental Surgery, Slough, 1.9 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 22 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Farnham Common are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Farnham Common follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Farnham Common
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Farnham Common 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 Farnham Common
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 Buckinghamshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
What's available in Farnham Common depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Farnham Common's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. In the census neighbourhood around Farnham Common, 11.3% of the 2,174 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.7% average across Buckinghamshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Farnham Common is about 22 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Farnham Common sits within NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Farnham Common skews family-heavy: 22.9% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Families in Farnham Common are served by secondary schools including Beechwood School (1.0 miles) and Pioneer Secondary Academy (1.8 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 270 schools and 98,299 pupils in Farnham Common's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Farnham Common has more choice than 92% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Farnham Common itself. The nearest we do hold are Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental Emergencies in Slough, about 2 miles away; Canon House Clinic in Beaconsfield, about 4 miles away; and Gerrards Cross Specialist Orthodontic Centre, 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 Farnham Common?
Many patients in Buckinghamshire 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Farnham Common
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Farnham Common
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Buckinghamshire to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
What Is IOTN?
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Buckinghamshire.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Farnham Common
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Farnham Common?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Farnham Common is Dr Raj - Invisalign and Dental Emergencies in Slough, about 1.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Abbey Dental Surgery (1.9 miles) and Acorn Dental Care (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Farnham Common?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Farnham Common, 57 practices within 10 miles and 246 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Farnham Common?
The nearest practice to Farnham Common that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Abbey Dental Surgery in Slough, about 1.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Acorn Dental Care (2.5 miles) and Smile Dental Care - NHS Dentistry in Slough (2.9 miles).
How deprived is Farnham Common compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Farnham Common is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Farnham Common?
Nearby towns include Hedgerley, Salt Hill, Stoke Poges.
How many pupils are in Farnham Common's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 270 schools and 98,299 pupils across Farnham Common's Local Authority.
Which NHS body covers Farnham Common for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Farnham Common falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board.
How much do NHS braces cost?
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. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers.
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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