NHS Treatment in Kent's Oak at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,851 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | ABBEY ORTHODONTICS, Romsey — 3.2 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Romsey School — 2.8 miles The Mountbatten School — 4.3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% 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 Kent's Oak
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Kent's Oak, 19 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, 3.2 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS, 3.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABBEY ORTHODONTICSRomsey | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| PortmanDentex Solent OrthodonticsNorth Baddesley | 5.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (118 reviews) |
| The Smiles StudioEastleigh | 7.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (477 reviews) |
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 8.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (205 reviews) |
| Brighter Smile Dental Surgery LtdPortswood | 8.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (81 reviews) |
| Highfield Dental & Facial ClinicSouthampton | 9.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (356 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kent's Oak with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Romsey, 3.2 miles south-east; the next are North Baddesley (5.5 miles south-east) and Eastleigh (7.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Romsey | 1 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| North Baddesley | 1 | 5.5 miles south-east |
| Eastleigh | 1 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Southampton | 3 | 8.2 miles south-east |
| Portswood | 2 | 8.3 miles south-east |
| Winchester | 4 | 9.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kent's Oak
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is GG Orthodontics in Winchester (5.0 from 338 reviews), 10.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 10.5 miles east |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 10.1 miles east |
| Specialist Endodontic CentrePortswood | 5.0 (92 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-east |
| Oakley Road Dental PracticeSouthampton | 4.9 (205 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Kent's Oak, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Hursley Road Dental Practice, 7.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS, Romsey, 3.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Kent's Oak are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Kent's Oak, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Kent's Oak plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS vs Private Fees in Kent's Oak
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Kent's Oak 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 Kent's Oak
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 Hampshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Kent's Oak vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. By national deprivation ranking, Kent's Oak is roughly mid-table for England. Census 2021 counts 1,851 residents in the neighbourhood around Kent's Oak, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. NHS dental commissioning in Kent's Oak falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Kent's Oak's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 15% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Kent's Oak attend schools such as The Romsey School (2.8 miles) and The Mountbatten School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Kent's Oak. The nearest recorded are ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, about 3 miles away; Hendrickse Dental Health in North Baddesley, about 6 miles away; and Denise Taylor Orthodontics in Stockbridge, about 7 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 Kent's Oak?
Many patients in Hampshire 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 Kent's Oak
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Hampshire to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Understanding the IOTN Score
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Hampshire.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Kent's Oak
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Kent's Oak 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Kent's Oak — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Kent's Oak vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Census data puts 15% of Kent's Oak's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,851 residents in the neighbourhood around Kent's Oak, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Families in Kent's Oak are served by secondary schools including The Romsey School (2.8 miles) and The Mountbatten School (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Kent's Oak sits within NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Kent's Oak sits close to the England average for deprivation. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Kent's Oak
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kent's Oak?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kent's Oak is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, about 3.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Hendrickse Dental Health (5.5 miles) and PortmanDentex Solent Orthodontics (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kent's Oak?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Kent's Oak, 19 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kent's Oak?
The nearest practice to Kent's Oak that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ABBEY ORTHODONTICS in Romsey, about 3.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include PortmanDentex Solent Orthodontics (5.5 miles) and The Smiles Studio (7.7 miles).
Is Kent's Oak a family area?
Census data puts 15% of Kent's Oak's population at under 16.
What NHS area is Kent's Oak in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
Is Kent's Oak rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Kent's Oak falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Kent's Oak compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Kent's Oak is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
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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