NHS Treatment in Great Rollright 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,623 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, Bloxham — 7.1 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chipping Norton School — 3.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 38 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14% 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 Rollright
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Great Rollright; 6 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, 7.1 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, 7.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloxham Dental @ BanburyBloxham | 7.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (538 reviews) |
| 41 South Bar Dental Practice - BanburyBanbury | 9.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (13 reviews) |
| BANBURY ORTHODONTICS LIMITEDBanbury | 9.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Banbury Dental SurgeryBanbury | 10.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (276 reviews) |
| Buttercross Dental PracticeWitney | 13.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (185 reviews) |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 14.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (182 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Great Rollright with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bloxham, 7.1 miles east; the next are Banbury (9.7 miles north-east) and Witney (13.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bloxham | 1 | 7.1 miles east |
| Banbury | 3 | 9.7 miles north-east |
| Witney | 1 | 13.7 miles south |
| Kidlington | 2 | 14.9 miles south-east |
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 1 | 16.5 miles north-west |
| Bicester | 3 | 17.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Great Rollright
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Stratford Orthodontics in Stratford-upon-Avon (5.0 from 865 reviews), 16.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford OrthodonticsStratford-upon-Avon | 5.0 (865 reviews) | 16.5 miles north-west |
| Greytown Dental Practice LtdBicester | 4.9 (1,011 reviews) | 17.1 miles east |
| Bloxham Dental @ BanburyBloxham | 4.9 (538 reviews) | 7.1 miles east |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 4.9 (404 reviews) | 15.4 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 Great Rollright, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is South Gables Dental Practice, 16.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, 7.1 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 38 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Great Rollright 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 orthodontics in Great Rollright funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Great Rollright plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Great Rollright
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.
Not every practice near Great Rollright offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By national deprivation ranking, Great Rollright is roughly mid-table for England. In the census neighbourhood around Great Rollright, 6.4% of the 1,623 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Great Rollright is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Great Rollright. Great Rollright's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. 14.7% of Great Rollright's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Great Rollright attend schools such as Chipping Norton School (3.0 miles). No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Great Rollright; the nearest is about 7 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Great Rollright. The closest on record are Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, about 7 miles away; Dentibond Dental Nursing Agency in Banbury, about 9 miles away; and Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic in Upper Heyford, about 12 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Great Rollright
The NHS pathway in Great Rollright is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- 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 Rollright.
- 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 Costs in Great Rollright
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Great Rollright 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Great Rollright
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Great Rollright
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Great Rollright
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Great Rollright comes down to a structured assessment. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Great Rollright.
How Eligibility Is Scored
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Oxfordshire.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Great Rollright
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Great Rollright?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Great Rollright is Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, about 7.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Dentibond Dental Nursing Agency (9.3 miles) and 41 South Bar Dental Practice - Banbury (9.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Great Rollright?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Great Rollright, 6 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bloxham, 7.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Great Rollright?
The nearest practice to Great Rollright that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bloxham Dental @ Banbury, about 7.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include 41 South Bar Dental Practice - Banbury (9.7 miles) and BANBURY ORTHODONTICS LIMITED (9.7 miles).
How deprived is Great Rollright compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Great Rollright is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Great Rollright a family area?
Around 14.7% of Great Rollright's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
What is the population of Great Rollright?
Great Rollright has a population of around 502.
What NHS area is Great Rollright in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
Everything from the specialist assessment through adjustments, the brace, de-bonding and retainers is covered as a single course of 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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