NHS Treatment in Hundall at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of 1,814 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Chesterfield Orthodontics, Chesterfield — 3.9 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Whittington Green School — 1.2 miles Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School — 2.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 7 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.6% 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 Hundall
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Hundall, 25 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, 2.5 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 3.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 3.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRESheffield | 4.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 6.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 6.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 7.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (463 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICERotherham | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hundall with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield, 3.9 miles south; the next are Sheffield (4.5 miles north-east) and Nether Edge (6.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield | 1 | 3.9 miles south |
| Sheffield | 4 | 4.5 miles north-east |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 6.3 miles north-west |
| Catcliffe | 1 | 7.4 miles north |
| Rotherham | 4 | 8.1 miles north |
| Worksop | 1 | 12.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hundall
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 3.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 3.9 miles south |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 9.4 miles north |
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 4.9 (463 reviews) | 7.4 miles north |
| The Orthodontic Studio by Helix House OrthodonticsRotherham | 4.9 (65 reviews) | 10.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Hundall, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 2.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 3.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 7 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Hundall are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 Hundall focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Hundall plan around realistic waiting times.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Hundall
For eligible patients in Hundall, 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 Hundall.
- 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 Hundall
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 Derbyshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Not every practice near Hundall offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By national deprivation ranking, Hundall is roughly mid-table for England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Hundall, 5.8% of the 1,814 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hundall is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 7 miles away. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Hundall sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Hundall's under-16 share, 13.6%, is below the typical level. Families in Hundall are served by secondary schools including Whittington Green School (1.2 miles) and Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School (2.1 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Hundall has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hundall itself. The closest on record are Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, about 2 miles away; The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse, about 3 miles away; and Ferndale House Dental Practice in Chesterfield, about 4 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 Hundall
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Hundall costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Hundall
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Treatment for Children in Hundall
Eligible children under 18 in Hundall 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Hundall?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. 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 Hundall.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Hundall
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Hundall. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Hundall
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hundall?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hundall is Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, about 2.5 miles to the south. The next closest are J P Ward & Associates (3.2 miles) and The Dental Practice at Dronfield Woodhouse (3.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hundall?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Hundall, 25 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hundall?
The nearest practice to Hundall that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 3.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (4.5 miles) and The Orthodontic Centre, Sheffield (6.3 miles).
What kind of area is Hundall?
ONS classifies Hundall as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which NHS body covers Hundall for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Hundall falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board.
How deprived is Hundall compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Hundall is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What county is Hundall in?
Hundall falls within Derbyshire.
What if the NHS wait is too long?
Private orthodontic treatment removes the waiting list entirely. It offers the same clinical outcomes with greater choice of brace type and typically a more personalised experience — at higher cost than the NHS charge.
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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