NHS Treatment in Hose at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,347 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | MELTON ORTHODONTICS, Melton Mowbray — 6.5 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | John Ferneley College — 5.4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% 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 Hose
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Hose; 7 practices within 10 and 83 practices within 20. The closest is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, 6.2 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is MELTON ORTHODONTICS, 6.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELTON ORTHODONTICSMelton Mowbray | 6.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| The Campbell ClinicRuddington | 9.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (378 reviews) |
| Netherfield Smile CentreGedling | 10.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (899 reviews) |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 10.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (642 reviews) |
| Helix House OrthodonticsWest Bridgford | 10.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (188 reviews) |
| VIRTUE HEALTH LIMITED T/A HELIX HOUSE ORTHODONTICSNottingham | 10.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hose with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Melton Mowbray, 6.5 miles south; the next are Ruddington (9.8 miles west) and Gedling (10.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Melton Mowbray | 1 | 6.5 miles south |
| Ruddington | 1 | 9.8 miles west |
| Gedling | 1 | 10.4 miles north-west |
| Burton Joyce | 1 | 10.5 miles north-west |
| West Bridgford | 1 | 10.6 miles north-west |
| Nottingham | 9 | 10.6 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hose
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Westdale Dental in Nottingham (4.9 from 730 reviews), 12.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 12.4 miles north-west |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 4.9 (642 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-west |
| The Campbell ClinicRuddington | 4.9 (378 reviews) | 9.8 miles west |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 12.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Hose, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Brompton House Dental Practice, 6.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MELTON ORTHODONTICS, Melton Mowbray, 6.5 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Hose are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Hose, 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. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Hose
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 Leicestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Hose. Hose falls in a less deprived area than most of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,347 residents in Hose's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Hose. Hose is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Census data puts 17.5% of Hose's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Hose attend schools such as John Ferneley College (5.4 miles). Hose has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Hose itself. The closest on record are Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, about 6 miles away; Hilton Dental Clinic | West Bridgford, Nottingham, about 10 miles away; and The Campbell Clinic in Ruddington, about 10 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 Hose
The NHS pathway in Hose 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 Hose.
- 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 Hose
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Hose costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Hose
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Hose comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Leicestershire to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Hose.
Eligibility in Hose — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Leicestershire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Children's Orthodontics in Hose
Children's orthodontics in Hose covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Hose
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hose?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hose is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, about 6.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Damira Abingdon Dental Practice (6.5 miles) and MELTON ORTHODONTICS (6.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hose?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hose, 7 practices within 10 miles and 83 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Melton Mowbray, 6.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hose?
The nearest practice to Hose that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MELTON ORTHODONTICS in Melton Mowbray, about 6.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include The Campbell Clinic (9.8 miles) and Netherfield Smile Centre (10.4 miles).
What kind of area is Hose?
By ONS classification, Hose falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Hose?
NHS dental commissioning in Hose falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board.
How big is Hose?
Hose has a population of around 580.
What county is Hose in?
Hose falls within Leicestershire.
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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