NHS Treatment in Kingshurst at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of 1,857 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Castle Dental Care, Castle Vale — 2.3 miles; 19 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Smith's Wood Academy — 0.2 miles Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst — 0.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 6 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.5% 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 Kingshurst
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Kingshurst, 65 practices within 10 and 199 practices within 20. The closest is Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, 2.3 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Castle Dental Care, 2.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Dental CareCastle Vale | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (158 reviews) |
| Fox & Goose Dental CentreWashwood Heath | 2.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (43 reviews) |
| Accessible OrthodonticsAcocks Green | 3.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (407 reviews) |
| Walmley Dental PracticeSutton Coldfield | 3.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| MIDLAND ORTHODONTISTSSutton Coldfield | 4.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kingshurst with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Castle Vale, 2.3 miles north-west; the next are Washwood Heath (2.9 miles west) and Acocks Green (3.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Vale | 1 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Washwood Heath | 1 | 2.9 miles west |
| Acocks Green | 7 | 3.5 miles south-west |
| Sutton Coldfield | 4 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Birmingham | 2 | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Solihull | 4 | 6.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kingshurst
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rai Dental Surgery in Acocks Green (5.0 from 109 reviews), 5.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-west |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Designer Smiles - SolihullSolihull | 4.9 (102 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
| Birmingham Smile ClinicAcocks Green | 4.8 (795 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Kingshurst, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 5.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Castle Dental Care, Castle Vale, 2.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 6 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Kingshurst are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Kingshurst, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Kingshurst
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Kingshurst 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 Kingshurst
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 Solihull differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Kingshurst. National deprivation data ranks Kingshurst among England's more deprived areas. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Kingshurst, 7.1% of the 1,857 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.3% average across Solihull, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Kingshurst is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Kingshurst sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 19.2% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Kingshurst attend schools such as Smith's Wood Academy (0.2 miles) and Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst (0.9 miles). 13 secondary schools are within three miles. Kingshurst's Local Authority area covers 89 schools and 41,070 pupils, according to DfE figures. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (8), Kingshurst has more choice than 69% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Kingshurst itself. The closest on record are Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, about 2 miles away; Fox & Goose Dental Centre in Washwood Heath, about 3 miles away; and Accessible Orthodontics in Acocks Green, 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Kingshurst?
Many patients in Solihull 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 Treatment for Children in Kingshurst
Children's orthodontics in Kingshurst covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Treatment for Children in Kingshurst
Eligible children under 18 in Kingshurst 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 Kingshurst?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Solihull apply the same national criteria consistently. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
What Is IOTN?
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Solihull.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Kingshurst
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kingshurst?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kingshurst is Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Fox & Goose Dental Centre (2.9 miles) and SameDay Dentist (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kingshurst?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Kingshurst, 65 practices within 10 miles and 199 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kingshurst?
The nearest practice to Kingshurst that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Castle Dental Care in Castle Vale, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Fox & Goose Dental Centre (2.9 miles) and Accessible Orthodontics (3.5 miles).
Which NHS body covers Kingshurst for dental care?
Kingshurst sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Kingshurst rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Kingshurst falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Kingshurst?
OHID figures for this ICB show 26.9% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Which county covers Kingshurst?
Kingshurst is in Solihull.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Kingshurst?
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Solihull typically range from 12 to 24 months — and in some areas longer. Private treatment has no waiting list and usually begins within weeks of consultation.
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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