NHS Treatment in Lissett at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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 | 12.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.8% of 1,529 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Beverley — 13.3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bridlington School — 5.4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.5% 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 Lissett
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Lissett; 1 practice within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Bridlington Dental Studio, 5.6 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 13.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTREBeverley | 13.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull | 17.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (213 reviews) |
| BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull | 18.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (223 reviews) |
| Manor Dental HealthSaint Andrews Quay | 18.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (95 reviews) |
| Spring Dental PracticeKingston upon Hull | 18.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (186 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS HULLKingston upon Hull | 18.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lissett with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Beverley, 13.3 miles south-west; the next are Kingston upon Hull (17.3 miles south) and Saint Andrews Quay (18.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Beverley | 1 | 13.3 miles south-west |
| Kingston upon Hull | 5 | 17.3 miles south |
| Saint Andrews Quay | 3 | 18.9 miles south |
| Scarborough | 3 | 19.6 miles north |
| York | 1 | 19.7 miles south-west |
| Brough | 1 | 23.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lissett
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull in Saint Andrews Quay (4.9 from 590 reviews), 19.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (590 reviews) | 19.2 miles south |
| BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull | 4.9 (223 reviews) | 18.6 miles south |
| Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 17.3 miles south |
| Manor Dental HealthSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (95 reviews) | 18.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Lissett, 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 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, 13.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Lissett are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Lissett funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Lissett plan around realistic waiting times.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Lissett
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Lissett runs like this:
- 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 Lissett.
- 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 vs Private Fees in Lissett
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Lissett 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 Lissett
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 East Riding of Yorkshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
No orthodontic practice covers Lissett directly, though Bupa Dental Care (about 5 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Lissett's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Regionally, 25.7% 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 4.8% of the 1,529 residents in Lissett's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across East Riding of Yorkshire. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Lissett falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Lissett has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.2% of residents are under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Lissett attend schools such as Bridlington School (5.4 miles). There are 157 schools and 45,532 pupils in Lissett's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Lissett has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lissett. The nearest we do hold are Bridlington Dental Studio, about 6 miles away; Perfect 32 Dental Practice in Beverley, about 13 miles away; and Cottingham Dental Practice in Skidby, about 17 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Lissett
Children's orthodontics in Lissett covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Lissett
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Lissett comes down to a structured assessment. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Lissett.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Lissett?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Lissett is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Lissett
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lissett?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lissett is Bridlington Dental Studio, about 5.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Perfect 32 Dental Practice (13.1 miles) and BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (13.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lissett?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Lissett, 1 practice within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bridlington, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lissett?
The nearest practice to Lissett that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is BEVERLEY ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, about 13.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Cosmetic and Family Dentistry (17.3 miles) and BritasiaDoctors Limited (18.6 miles).
Is Lissett a family area?
12.2% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Lissett?
Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Is Lissett well served by schools?
Lissett's Local Authority has 157 schools educating 45,532 pupils (DfE data).
What kind of area is Lissett?
ONS classifies Lissett as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
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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