NHS Treatment in Felmore at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex 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 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of 1,391 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | PURELY ORTHODONTICS, Basildon — 1 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Basildon Upper Academy — 0.8 miles The Basildon Lower Academy — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — about 25 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% 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 Felmore
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Felmore, 46 practices within 10 and 139 practices within 20. The closest is PURELY ORTHODONTICS in Basildon, 1.0 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is PURELY ORTHODONTICS, 1.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURELY ORTHODONTICSBasildon | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Smile Dental CentreBasildon | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (581 reviews) |
| Inspire Dental WickfordWickford | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (761 reviews) |
| WICKFORD DENTAL PRACTICE & ORTHODONTIC CENTREWickford | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| New Smile OrthodonticsBasildon | 2.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (278 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental ClinicBasildon | 2.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (161 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Felmore with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Basildon, 1.0 miles south; the next are Wickford (2.2 miles north) and South Benfleet (2.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Basildon | 6 | 1.0 miles south |
| Wickford | 4 | 2.2 miles north |
| South Benfleet | 1 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Billericay | 2 | 4.1 miles north-west |
| Canvey Island | 1 | 4.1 miles east |
| Westcliff-on-Sea | 1 | 7.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Felmore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Grange Green Dental Practice in Billericay (5.0 from 127 reviews), 4.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grange Green Dental PracticeBillericay | 5.0 (127 reviews) | 4.1 miles north-west |
| Leigh Dental CentreWestcliff-on-Sea | 4.9 (963 reviews) | 7.2 miles east |
| Cygnet Dental PracticeWickford | 4.9 (706 reviews) | 2.8 miles north |
| Smile Dental CentreBasildon | 4.9 (581 reviews) | 1.5 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Felmore, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Winning Smiles Dentist, 11.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is PURELY ORTHODONTICS, Basildon, 1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 25 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Felmore are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Felmore, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Essex.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Felmore
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Felmore runs like this:
- 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 Felmore.
- 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Felmore
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 Felmore 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 Felmore
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 Essex vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Not every practice near Felmore offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By national deprivation ranking, Felmore sits among the more deprived areas of England. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 1,391 residents in Felmore's census neighbourhood, above the 6.9% average across Essex. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Felmore is Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 25 miles away. Felmore is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board. Felmore's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Felmore are The Basildon Upper Academy (0.8 miles) and The Basildon Lower Academy (1.0 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. With 22 orthodontic practices within five miles, Felmore is better served than 92% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Felmore itself. The closest on record are PURELY ORTHODONTICS in Basildon, about a mile away; Pitsea Dental Surgery, about a mile away; and Riverway implant and aesthetic centre Benfleet in South Benfleet, about 2 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 Brace Eligibility in Felmore
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Felmore 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. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Felmore — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Essex depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Children's Orthodontics in Felmore
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Felmore
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Felmore
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Felmore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Felmore is PURELY ORTHODONTICS in Basildon, about 1.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Pitsea Dental Surgery (1.1 miles) and Pitsea Dental Care Ltd (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Felmore?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Felmore, 46 practices within 10 miles and 139 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Felmore?
The nearest practice to Felmore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is PURELY ORTHODONTICS in Basildon, about 1.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Smile Dental Centre (1.5 miles) and Inspire Dental Wickford (2.2 miles).
How many families live in Felmore?
Around 18.8% of Felmore's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Felmore?
NHS dental commissioning in Felmore falls under NHS Essex Integrated Care Board.
Is Felmore rural or urban?
ONS classifies Felmore as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Felmore compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Felmore is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Frequently the same specialist, sometimes even the same practice, provides both. The clinical skill doesn't change — what differs between the two routes is appliance choice, waiting time and how personalised the experience is.
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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