NHS Treatment in Fillongley at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Coventry and Warwickshire 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,902 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Light Lane Dental Practice, Coventry — 5.5 miles; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St John Henry Newman Catholic School — 3.5 miles President Kennedy School Academy — 3.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% 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 Fillongley
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Fillongley, 35 practices within 10 and 156 practices within 20. The closest is Allesley Park Dental Practice in Coventry, 4.8 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Light Lane Dental Practice, 5.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Lane Dental PracticeCoventry | 5.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (677 reviews) |
| Holywell House NuneatonNuneaton | 5.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (137 reviews) |
| Attleborough Dental SurgeryNuneaton | 6.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (24 reviews) |
| Smilecare Studio- NuneatonNuneaton | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (310 reviews) |
| Pinnacle Orthodontics CoventryCoventry | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 2.8 (60 reviews) |
| COVENTRY ORTHODONTICS LIMITED T/A PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSCoventry | 6.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Fillongley with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Coventry, 5.5 miles south-east; the next are Nuneaton (5.5 miles north-east) and Bedworth (7.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Coventry | 5 | 5.5 miles south-east |
| Nuneaton | 3 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Bedworth | 1 | 7.0 miles east |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 9.0 miles west |
| Solihull | 3 | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Acocks Green | 1 | 9.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Fillongley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Leamington Road Dental Practice in Coventry (4.9 from 250 reviews), 7.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leamington Road Dental PracticeCoventry | 4.9 (250 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Designer Smiles - SolihullSolihull | 4.9 (102 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-west |
| Bhandal Dental Practice (Coventry)Bedworth | 4.9 (58 reviews) | 7.0 miles east |
| Smilecare Studio- NuneatonNuneaton | 4.8 (310 reviews) | 6.1 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 Fillongley, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Solihull Manor Road Dental Care, 9.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Light Lane Dental Practice, Coventry, 5.5 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 13 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Fillongley are commissioned by NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Fillongley, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Fillongley
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 Warwickshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Orthodontic practices in and around Fillongley vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Fillongley's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. 19.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Census 2021 counts 1,902 residents in the neighbourhood around Fillongley, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Warwickshire. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Fillongley is about 13 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Fillongley is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board. Fillongley's under-16 share sits at 15.8%, per the 2021 Census. Families in Fillongley are served by secondary schools including St John Henry Newman Catholic School (3.5 miles) and President Kennedy School Academy (3.6 miles). There is no orthodontist on our records in Fillongley itself. The nearest recorded are Allesley Park Dental Practice in Coventry, about 5 miles away; Gentle Dental Centre in Bedworth, about 5 miles away; and Holywell House Nuneaton, about 6 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 vs Private Fees in Fillongley
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 Fillongley typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Fillongley?
Many patients in Warwickshire 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 Brace Eligibility in Fillongley
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. 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 Fillongley — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Warwickshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Children's Orthodontics in Fillongley
Children's orthodontics in Fillongley covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Fillongley
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 Fillongley
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Fillongley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Fillongley is Allesley Park Dental Practice in Coventry, about 4.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Gentle Dental Centre (4.9 miles) and Bandhals dental and verum (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Fillongley?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Fillongley, 35 practices within 10 miles and 156 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Fillongley?
The nearest practice to Fillongley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Light Lane Dental Practice in Coventry, about 5.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Holywell House Nuneaton (5.5 miles) and Attleborough Dental Surgery (6.1 miles).
What towns are near Fillongley?
Nearby towns include Hawkes End, Kinwalsey, Devitts Green.
What kind of area is Fillongley?
By ONS classification, Fillongley falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Fillongley?
OHID figures for this ICB show 19.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How deprived is Fillongley compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Fillongley is close to the England average for deprivation. 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?
It's a genuine risk on a long waiting list — NHS funding is age-sensitive, so a case eligible at 16 might be assessed differently at 18. If you're close to that age and eligible now, ask about timescales; it can tip the decision toward 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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