NHS Treatment in Field Assarts 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 | 12.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of 1,130 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Buttercross Dental Practice, Witney — 3.4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Henry Box School — 3.5 miles Wood Green School — 3.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15% 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 Field Assarts
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Field Assarts, 3 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is High Street Dental Practice in Witney, 3.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Buttercross Dental Practice, 3.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buttercross Dental PracticeWitney | 3.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (185 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 10.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 11.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (404 reviews) |
| Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in OxfordOxford | 11.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
| Lars Christensen OrthodonticsOxford | 12.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (20 reviews) |
| Oxford Orthodontics PracticeOxford | 12.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (155 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Field Assarts with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Witney, 3.4 miles south-east; the next are Kidlington (10.7 miles east) and Oxford (11.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Witney | 1 | 3.4 miles south-east |
| Kidlington | 2 | 10.7 miles east |
| Oxford | 9 | 11.3 miles south-east |
| Radley | 2 | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Abingdon | 2 | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Bloxham | 1 | 15.4 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 Field Assarts
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Greytown Dental Practice Ltd in Bicester (4.9 from 1,011 reviews), 17.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) | 17.4 miles east |
| Bloxham Dental @ BanburyBloxham | 4.9 (538 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 4.9 (404 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 4.9 (373 reviews) | 15.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Field Assarts, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 12.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Buttercross Dental Practice, Witney, 3.4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Field Assarts 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 Field Assarts follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Field Assarts plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Waiting Times in Field Assarts
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Oxfordshire vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Field Assarts
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 Oxfordshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Field Assarts differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Field Assarts falls in a less deprived area than most of England. In the census neighbourhood around Field Assarts, 5.2% of the 1,130 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Field Assarts. Field Assarts is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Census data puts only 12.7% of Field Assarts's population at under 16, below the typical share. Families in Field Assarts are served by secondary schools including The Henry Box School (3.5 miles) and Wood Green School (3.5 miles). Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Field Assarts has more choice than 52% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Field Assarts itself. The nearest recorded are High Street Dental Practice in Witney, about 3 miles away; Smile With Us in Kidlington, about 11 miles away; and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 11 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Field Assarts
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Field Assarts trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Field Assarts
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. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Field Assarts
Children in Field Assarts who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Field Assarts?
Many patients in Field Assarts are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Field Assarts
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Field Assarts?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Field Assarts is High Street Dental Practice in Witney, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Buttercross Dental Practice (3.4 miles) and Witney Brace Place (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Field Assarts?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Field Assarts, 3 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Field Assarts?
The nearest practice to Field Assarts that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Buttercross Dental Practice in Witney, about 3.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Ridentes Dental Practice (10.7 miles) and The White Bridge Dental Clinic (11.0 miles).
Is Field Assarts a family area?
12.7% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Field Assarts?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Field Assarts?
ONS classifies Field Assarts as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How deprived is Field Assarts compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Field Assarts is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
This is a real risk with long waiting lists. NHS orthodontic funding is age-sensitive, so a case that qualifies at 16 may be assessed differently once you turn 18. If you're close to 18 and eligible, ask your dentist about timescales — it can be a reason to consider private treatment.
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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