NHS Treatment in Great Longstone at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of 1,557 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Chesterfield Orthodontics, Chesterfield — 11.3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lady Manners School — 2.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% 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 Great Longstone
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Great Longstone; 1 practice within 10 and 43 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, 9.5 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 11.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 11.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 12.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| One Smile Dental - SheffieldSheffield | 13.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (61 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 13.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 14.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (120 reviews) |
| CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRESheffield | 15.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Great Longstone with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield, 11.3 miles east; the next are Nether Edge (12.3 miles north-east) and Sheffield (13.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield | 1 | 11.3 miles east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 12.3 miles north-east |
| Sheffield | 4 | 13.9 miles north-east |
| Alfreton | 1 | 16.1 miles south-east |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Macclesfield | 4 | 17.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Great Longstone
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 11.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 11.3 miles east |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 14.7 miles north-east |
| Bollington Dental PracticeMacclesfield | 5.0 (113 reviews) | 17.8 miles west |
| Macclesfield OrthodonticsMacclesfield | 5.0 (86 reviews) | 17.7 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Great Longstone, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 10.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 11.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 13 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Great Longstone are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Great Longstone 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Great Longstone
For eligible patients in Great Longstone, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- 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 Great Longstone.
- 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Great Longstone
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 waiting times in Derbyshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Practices serving Great Longstone differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Great Longstone falls in a less deprived area than most of England. 18.8% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 1,557 residents in Great Longstone's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Great Longstone is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 13 miles away. Great Longstone is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Great Longstone has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Great Longstone attend schools such as Lady Manners School (2.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Great Longstone has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Great Longstone. The closest on record are The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 10 miles away; Ferndale House Dental Practice in Chesterfield, about 11 miles away; and Smile Care Centre in Walton, 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 Great Longstone
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Great Longstone 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 Great Longstone
Children's orthodontics in Great Longstone covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Treatment for Children in Great Longstone
Eligible children under 18 in Great Longstone are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Great Longstone
Many patients in Great Longstone are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Derbyshire apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Great Longstone
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Great Longstone. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Great Longstone
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Great Longstone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Great Longstone is The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 9.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Ferndale House Dental Practice (11.0 miles) and Aspire Dental (11.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Great Longstone?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Great Longstone, 1 practice within 10 miles and 43 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dronfield, 9.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Great Longstone?
The nearest practice to Great Longstone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 11.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (12.3 miles) and One Smile Dental - Sheffield (13.9 miles).
What kind of area is Great Longstone?
By ONS classification, Great Longstone falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Great Longstone?
OHID figures for this ICB show 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How big is Great Longstone?
Around 843 people live in Great Longstone.
Is Great Longstone a family area?
Census data puts 13.7% of Great Longstone's population at under 16.
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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