NHS Treatment in Findon 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 11.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of 1,188 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Tarring Dental - Worthing, Worthing — 3.6 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Durrington High School — 2.9 miles Worthing High School — 3.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.6% 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 Findon
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Findon, 12 practices within 10 and 65 practices within 20. The closest is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 3.6 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 3.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarring Dental - WorthingWorthing | 3.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Worthing Dental PracticeWorthing | 3.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (128 reviews) |
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (144 reviews) |
| Worthing Dental CentreWorthing | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (143 reviews) |
| Kingsend Dental : RuislipShoreham-by-Sea | 6.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (667 reviews) |
| TwentyOneDentalBrighton | 10.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (386 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Findon with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Worthing, 3.6 miles south; the next are Shoreham-by-Sea (6.5 miles south-east) and Brighton (10.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Worthing | 4 | 3.6 miles south |
| Shoreham-by-Sea | 1 | 6.5 miles south-east |
| Brighton | 3 | 10.3 miles east |
| Hove | 2 | 11.1 miles east |
| Bognor Regis | 1 | 12.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Findon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Splash Orthodontics in Brighton (4.9 from 649 reviews), 10.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Splash OrthodonticsBrighton | 4.9 (649 reviews) | 10.5 miles east |
| Strand Dental WorthingWorthing | 4.9 (144 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Tarring Dental - WorthingWorthing | 4.8 (243 reviews) | 3.6 miles south |
| The Town House Dental PracticeHove | 4.8 (169 reviews) | 11.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Findon, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Emergency Dental Centre, 4.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tarring Dental - Worthing, 3.6 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Findon 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.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Findon focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Findon
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 West Sussex differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Findon differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Findon's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. In the census neighbourhood around Findon, 5.6% of the 1,188 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7% average across West Sussex, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. NHS dental commissioning in Findon falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. Officially, Findon is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Findon's under-16 share, 11.6%, is below the typical level. Families in Findon are served by secondary schools including Durrington High School (2.9 miles) and Worthing High School (3.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Findon has 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Findon. The closest on record are Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 4 miles away; Pringle Orthodontics in Littlehampton, about 6 miles away; and Kingsend Dental : Ruislip in Shoreham-by-Sea, 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Findon
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Findon 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.
NHS Waiting Times in Findon
NHS orthodontic waiting times in West Sussex 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Findon
Many patients in Findon are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across West Sussex 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 West Sussex.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Findon
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Findon
Children in Findon 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Findon
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Findon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Findon is Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 3.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Worthing Dental Practice (3.8 miles) and Brighton Implant Clinic - Hove branch (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Findon?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Findon, 12 practices within 10 miles and 65 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Findon?
The nearest practice to Findon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tarring Dental - Worthing, about 3.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Worthing Dental Practice (3.8 miles) and Strand Dental Worthing (4.3 miles).
Is Findon a family area?
Census data puts 11.6% of Findon's population at under 16.
Which county covers Findon?
Findon falls within West Sussex.
How deprived is Findon compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Findon is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Findon?
Nearby towns include Broadwater, Nepcote, Sullington.
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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