NHS Treatment in Mahollam 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% of 1,769 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Willows Dentistry, Hereford — 17.3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lady Hawkins' School — 2.1 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% 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 Mahollam
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Mahollam; 9 practices within 20. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 17.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry, 17.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 17.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 17.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 17.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mahollam
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), 17.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 17.3 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 17.7 miles south-east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 17.4 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 Mahollam, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 11.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry, Hereford, 17.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Mahollam 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.
For families in Mahollam, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Herefordshire.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Mahollam
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Mahollam typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Mahollam
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Mahollam 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 Mahollam.
- 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 Mahollam
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Herefordshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
No orthodontic practice covers Mahollam directly, though mydentist (about 11 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Mahollam's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,769 residents in the neighbourhood around Mahollam, 4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Mahollam sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Mahollam's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Mahollam has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.6% of residents are under 16. Families in Mahollam are served by secondary schools including Lady Hawkins' School (2.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Mahollam's Local Authority. Mahollam has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 17 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Mahollam itself. The nearest we do hold are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 17 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 30 miles away; and Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 32 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Mahollam
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Treatment for Children in Mahollam
Eligible children under 18 in Mahollam 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Mahollam
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Mahollam — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Herefordshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Mahollam
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mahollam?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mahollam is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 17.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (17.3 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (17.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mahollam?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Mahollam, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 17.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mahollam?
The nearest practice to Mahollam that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, about 17.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (17.4 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (17.7 miles).
How many pupils are in Mahollam's Local Authority?
There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Mahollam's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
What kind of area is Mahollam?
ONS classifies Mahollam as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How deprived is Mahollam compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Mahollam is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is there a dentist near Mahollam?
No orthodontic practice covers Mahollam directly — the nearest dentist, mydentist, is about 11 miles away and is a normal first stop for a referral into orthodontic care.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
NHS braces are almost always metal fixed braces. Ceramic, lingual, or clear aligner treatment is not available on the NHS. If you want a less visible option, private orthodontics is required.
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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