NHS Treatment in Hollin Park at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS West Yorkshire 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 | 22.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.7% of 1,524 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | New Smile Dental Care, Leeds — 2.7 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bishop Young Church of England Academy — 0.5 miles Roundhay School — 1.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds — about 3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% 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 Hollin Park
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Hollin Park, 52 practices within 10 and 137 practices within 20. The closest is Yorkshire Orthodontics in Chapel Allerton, 1.7 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is New Smile Dental Care, 2.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Smile Dental CareLeeds | 2.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (155 reviews) |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 2.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (703 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SpaLeeds | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (3,876 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS LEEDSLeeds | 3.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Leeds Wellness Aesthetics Dental & Implant CareLeeds | 4.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (291 reviews) |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 4.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (782 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hollin Park with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leeds, 2.7 miles west; the next are Scholes (2.9 miles south-east) and Garforth (4.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds | 5 | 2.7 miles west |
| Scholes | 1 | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Garforth | 1 | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Horsforth | 1 | 6.3 miles west |
| Morley | 1 | 6.9 miles south-west |
| Pudsey | 2 | 7.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hollin Park
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Hopkinson Dental in Wetherby (5.0 from 175 reviews), 8.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkinson DentalWetherby | 5.0 (175 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-east |
| garforth dental - Invisalign LeedsGarforth | 4.9 (782 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Vitruvian Dental StudioScholes | 4.9 (703 reviews) | 2.9 miles south-east |
| Farsley Dental PracticePudsey | 4.9 (576 reviews) | 7.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Hollin Park, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is King Lane Dental Care, 2.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is New Smile Dental Care, Leeds, 2.7 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Leeds Dental Institute in Leeds, about 3 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Hollin Park are commissioned by NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Hollin Park funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across City and Borough of Leeds.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Hollin Park
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 City and Borough of Leeds differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Hollin Park — comparing a couple is worthwhile. National deprivation data ranks Hollin Park among England's more deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 30.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,524 residents in the neighbourhood around Hollin Park, 9.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across City and Borough of Leeds. The nearest university dental hospital to Hollin Park is Leeds Dental Institute, Leeds, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Hollin Park is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. 22.8% of Hollin Park's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Families in Hollin Park are served by secondary schools including Bishop Young Church of England Academy (0.5 miles) and Roundhay School (1.1 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. Hollin Park's Local Authority has 296 schools educating 135,588 pupils (DfE data). Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (19), Hollin Park has more choice than 90% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hollin Park itself. The closest on record are Yorkshire Orthodontics in Chapel Allerton, about 2 miles away; Smiles on Harrogate Road in Leeds, about 2 miles away; and Vitruvian Dental Studio in Scholes, about 3 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 Hollin Park?
Many patients in City and Borough of Leeds 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Hollin Park
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Hollin Park costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Hollin Park
Many patients in Hollin Park are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Understanding the IOTN Score
The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the two-part scoring system orthodontists across City and Borough of Leeds use to decide whether a patient qualifies for NHS treatment.
Children's Orthodontics in Hollin Park
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Treatment for Children in Hollin Park
Eligible children under 18 in Hollin Park 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 Hollin Park
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hollin Park?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hollin Park is Yorkshire Orthodontics in Chapel Allerton, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Smiles on Harrogate Road (2.0 miles) and Headrow Dental (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hollin Park?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Hollin Park, 52 practices within 10 miles and 137 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hollin Park?
The nearest practice to Hollin Park that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is New Smile Dental Care in Leeds, about 2.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Vitruvian Dental Studio (2.9 miles) and Clarendon Dental Spa (3.0 miles).
What towns are near Hollin Park?
Park Villas, Gipton, Fearnville are within easy reach of Hollin Park.
What county is Hollin Park in?
Hollin Park is in City and Borough of Leeds.
How deprived is Hollin Park compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Hollin Park 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 Hollin Park's area?
Regionally, 30.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one 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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