NHS Treatment in Kyre Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 12.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.3% of 1,744 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 14.6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tenbury High Ormiston Academy — 3.3 miles Queen Elizabeth High School — 5.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 32 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% 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 Kyre Green
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Kyre Green; 26 practices within 20. The closest is Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, 13.5 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, 14.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 14.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 15.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 15.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 16.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 21.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| Oak Tree Dental & Implant PracticeStourbridge | 22.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (98 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kyre Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Hereford, 14.6 miles south; the next are Kidderminster (16.6 miles north-east) and Bromsgrove (21.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 3 | 14.6 miles south |
| Kidderminster | 1 | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Bromsgrove | 1 | 21.6 miles east |
| Stourbridge | 2 | 22.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kyre Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 15.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 15.3 miles south-west |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 14.6 miles south |
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 15.8 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 Kyre Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 21 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford, 14.6 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 32 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Kyre Green are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Kyre Green follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Kyre Green
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Equivalent private metal braces in Kyre Green 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 Kyre Green
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 Worcestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Kyre Green vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. National deprivation data puts Kyre Green close to the England median. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.3% of the 1,744 residents in Kyre Green's census neighbourhood, below the 6.4% average across Worcestershire. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Kyre Green is about 32 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Kyre Green is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Kyre Green has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.6% of residents are under 16. The closest secondary schools to Kyre Green are Tenbury High Ormiston Academy (3.3 miles) and Queen Elizabeth High School (5.6 miles). People in Kyre Green usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 14 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Kyre Green itself. The nearest recorded are Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 14 miles away; Beacon DentalCare in Great Malvern, about 14 miles away; and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 15 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 Kyre Green?
Many patients in Worcestershire 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 Kyre Green
Children's orthodontics in Kyre Green covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Kyre Green increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Kyre Green
Children in Kyre Green who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Kyre Green
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Kyre Green — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Worcestershire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Kyre Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kyre Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kyre Green is Mercian House Dental Practice in Stourport-on-Severn, about 13.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Mitton Dental Surgery (13.6 miles) and Beacon DentalCare (14.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kyre Green?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Kyre Green, 0 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Stourport-on-Severn, 13.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kyre Green?
The nearest practice to Kyre Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 14.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (15.3 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (15.8 miles).
How deprived is Kyre Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Kyre Green is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Kyre Green?
Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Kyre Green?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Kyre Green?
ONS classifies Kyre Green as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Kyre Green?
Typically 12-24 months in Worcestershire, sometimes more depending on the area. Private treatment skips the list entirely, usually starting within weeks.
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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