NHS Treatment in Hawes Side at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria 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 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of 1,589 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Thomas & Thomas Dental Associates, Blackpool — 1.6 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Highfield Leadership Academy — 0.1 miles South Shore Academy — 0.7 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — about 13 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.2% 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 Hawes Side
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Hawes Side, 20 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is EverythingTeeth in Blackpool, 0.6 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Thomas & Thomas Dental Associates, 1.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas & Thomas Dental AssociatesBlackpool | 1.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (104 reviews) |
| St Annes Dental ClinicLytham St Annes | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (94 reviews) |
| St Annes Private Dental CentreLytham St Annes | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (250 reviews) |
| Martin J Kenyon, Dental SurgeonsLytham St Annes | 4.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (155 reviews) |
| Hoghton Street Dental PracticeSouthport | 9.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (378 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hawes Side with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Blackpool, 1.6 miles north; the next are Lytham St Annes (2.7 miles south) and Thornton-Cleveleys (4.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Blackpool | 1 | 1.6 miles north |
| Lytham St Annes | 3 | 2.7 miles south |
| Thornton-Cleveleys | 1 | 4.2 miles north |
| Southport | 2 | 9.9 miles south |
| Preston | 3 | 12.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hawes Side
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bank Dental in Thornton-Cleveleys (5.0 from 250 reviews), 4.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bank DentalThornton-Cleveleys | 5.0 (250 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| Penwortham Dental - Tooth TalkPreston | 4.9 (421 reviews) | 12.4 miles east |
| Holly Dental PracticePreston | 4.9 (163 reviews) | 13.4 miles east |
| Sharoe Green Dental PracticePreston | 4.8 (557 reviews) | 13.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Hawes Side, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Thomas & Thomas Dental Associates, Blackpool, 1.6 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 13 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Hawes Side are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria 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 Hawes Side focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Hawes Side
For eligible patients in Hawes Side, 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 Hawes Side.
- 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 Hawes Side
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 Blackpool are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Hawes Side — comparing a couple is worthwhile. National deprivation data ranks Hawes Side among England's more deprived areas. Regionally, 26.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,589 residents in Hawes Side's census neighbourhood, close to the 6% average across Blackpool. The nearest university dental hospital to Hawes Side is Preston Dental School, Preston, about 13 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Hawes Side's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. With just 13.6% of residents under 16, Hawes Side skews toward an older population. Secondary-age pupils near Hawes Side attend schools such as Highfield Leadership Academy (0.1 miles) and South Shore Academy (0.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 49 schools and 19,656 pupils in Hawes Side's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Hawes Side has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 87% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hawes Side itself. The closest on record are EverythingTeeth in Blackpool, under a mile away; ARC Dental Surgery in Great Marton, about a mile away; and Fylde Dental Clinic in Lytham St Annes, about 2 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 Hawes Side
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Hawes Side costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Hawes Side
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hawes Side?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hawes Side is EverythingTeeth in Blackpool, about 0.6 miles to the south-west. The next closest are ARC Dental Surgery (1.0 miles) and Dental Access Service (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hawes Side?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Hawes Side, 20 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hawes Side?
The nearest practice to Hawes Side that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Thomas & Thomas Dental Associates in Blackpool, about 1.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include St Annes Dental Clinic (2.7 miles) and St Annes Private Dental Centre (2.7 miles).
What kind of area is Hawes Side?
By ONS classification, Hawes Side falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many schools are in Hawes Side's area?
There are 49 schools and 19,656 pupils in Hawes Side's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
How deprived is Hawes Side compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Hawes Side is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Hawes Side's area?
Regionally, 26.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How long does NHS treatment take?
Most NHS fixed brace treatment takes 18–24 months for moderate cases. More complex cases may take longer. Your orthodontist will give an estimate after the initial assessment.
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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