NHS Treatment in High Moor 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of 1,305 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Circ Dental, Standish — 3.3 miles; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Shevington High School — 2.7 miles Standish Community High School — 2.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — about 11 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.2% 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 High Moor
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of High Moor, 27 practices within 10 and 176 practices within 20. The closest is Circ Dental in Standish, 3.3 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Circ Dental, 3.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circ DentalStandish | 3.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (166 reviews) |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALESkelmersdale | 3.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| St. Raphael's Dental PracticeSkelmersdale | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 5.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (216 reviews) |
| Chorley OrthodonticsChorley | 5.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (70 reviews) |
| Market Street Dental PracticeWigan | 5.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (85 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to High Moor with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Standish, 3.3 miles east; the next are Skelmersdale (3.7 miles south) and Chorley (5.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Standish | 1 | 3.3 miles east |
| Skelmersdale | 2 | 3.7 miles south |
| Chorley | 2 | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Wigan | 2 | 5.7 miles south-east |
| Ormskirk | 1 | 6.3 miles west |
| Leyland | 3 | 6.5 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of High Moor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Towngate Dental Practice in Leyland (5.0 from 814 reviews), 6.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 6.6 miles north |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 5.0 (216 reviews) | 5.4 miles north-east |
| Circ DentalStandish | 5.0 (166 reviews) | 3.3 miles east |
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 4.9 (671 reviews) | 6.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from High Moor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Parbold Dental Practice, 1.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Circ Dental, Standish, 3.3 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 11 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around High Moor 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.
For families in High Moor, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Lancashire.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in High Moor
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 High Moor typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Orthodontic Access in High Moor
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 Lancashire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
No orthodontic practice covers High Moor directly, though Parbold Dental Practice (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. By national deprivation ranking, High Moor sits among the less deprived areas of England. 26.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. In the census neighbourhood around High Moor, 6.1% of the 1,305 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.7% average across Lancashire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to High Moor is Preston Dental School, Preston, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in High Moor. By ONS classification, High Moor falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. With just 13.6% of residents under 16, High Moor skews toward an older population. Secondary-age pupils near High Moor attend schools such as Shevington High School (2.7 miles) and Standish Community High School (2.8 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, High Moor is better served than 56% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in High Moor. The closest on record are Circ Dental in Standish, about 3 miles away; BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE, about 4 miles away; and Apex Ortho in Westhead, about 5 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in High Moor?
Many patients in Lancashire 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in High Moor
Many patients in High Moor are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Lancashire to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
What If You Don't Qualify for NHS Treatment?
If your IOTN score falls below the threshold for NHS funding, private orthodontic treatment is fully available with no eligibility criteria and no waiting list. This means you can start treatment within weeks of your consultation, with full choice of brace type — metal, ceramic, aligner, or lingual — rather than being limited to NHS metal braces.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in High Moor
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in High Moor increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Treatment for Children in High Moor
Eligible children under 18 in High Moor 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in High Moor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to High Moor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to High Moor is Circ Dental in Standish, about 3.3 miles to the east. The next closest are BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE (3.7 miles) and St. Raphael's Dental Practice (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near High Moor?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of High Moor, 27 practices within 10 miles and 176 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near High Moor?
The nearest practice to High Moor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Circ Dental in Standish, about 3.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - SKELMERSDALE (3.7 miles) and St. Raphael's Dental Practice (4.1 miles).
Which towns are close to High Moor?
Towngate, Heskin Green, Mossy Lea are within easy reach of High Moor.
How many families live in High Moor?
13.6% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What county is High Moor in?
High Moor is in Lancashire.
What NHS area is High Moor in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board.
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS orthodontic contracts require reasonable attendance. Repeatedly missing adjustment appointments can lead to treatment being discontinued, as it extends the course and ties up limited NHS capacity. If you're struggling to attend, tell the practice rather than simply not turning up.
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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