NHS Treatment in Maisemore at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of 1,488 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Gloucester Dental Care, Gloucester — 2.4 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Denmark Road High School — 2.2 miles Sir Thomas Rich's School — 3.4 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 33 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13% 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 Maisemore
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Maisemore, 25 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, 2.1 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Gloucester Dental Care, 2.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Dental CareGloucester | 2.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (249 reviews) |
| Phoenix OrthodonticsGloucester | 2.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (163 reviews) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 3.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
| Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic CareCheltenham | 8.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (319 reviews) |
| Illume 360 Dental CareCheltenham | 8.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (53 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICECheltenham | 8.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Maisemore with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Gloucester, 2.4 miles south-east; the next are Cheltenham (8.0 miles east) and Stonehouse (9.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester | 3 | 2.4 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham | 7 | 8.0 miles east |
| Stonehouse | 3 | 9.5 miles south |
| Stroud | 1 | 10.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Maisemore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Optimal Dental Care in Stonehouse (5.0 from 303 reviews), 9.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Optimal Dental CareStonehouse | 5.0 (303 reviews) | 9.9 miles south |
| Woodcock Lane Dental Care Stonehouse GloucestershireStonehouse | 5.0 (26 reviews) | 9.5 miles south |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Cheltenham Spa Dental & Implant ClinicCheltenham | 4.9 (208 reviews) | 8.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Maisemore, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Leckhampton Dental Clinic, 8.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Gloucester Dental Care, 2.4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 33 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Maisemore are commissioned by NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Maisemore, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Maisemore
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Going private for the same metal braces in Maisemore costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Maisemore
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 Gloucestershire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Maisemore. By national deprivation ranking, Maisemore sits among the less deprived areas of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 17.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,488 residents in Maisemore's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Gloucestershire. The nearest university dental hospital to Maisemore is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Maisemore. Maisemore's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Maisemore's under-16 share sits at 17.3%, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Maisemore are Denmark Road High School (2.2 miles) and Sir Thomas Rich's School (3.4 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Maisemore has more choice than 72% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Maisemore itself. The nearest we do hold are ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, about 2 miles away; St.James Dental in Quedgeley, about 4 miles away; and Lovat House Dental Specialist, Implant & Aesthetic Care in Cheltenham, about 8 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 Maisemore?
Many patients in Gloucestershire 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Maisemore
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Gloucestershire to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
What If You Don't Qualify for NHS Treatment?
If your IOTN score falls below the threshold for NHS funding, private orthodontic treatment is fully available with no eligibility criteria and no waiting list. This means you can start treatment within weeks of your consultation, with full choice of brace type — metal, ceramic, aligner, or lingual — rather than being limited to NHS metal braces.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Maisemore
Children's orthodontics in Maisemore covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Maisemore increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Maisemore
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Maisemore
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Maisemore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Maisemore is ROGER MOORE DENTAL in Gloucester, about 2.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Gloucester Dental Care (2.4 miles) and Phoenix Orthodontics (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Maisemore?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Maisemore, 25 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Maisemore?
The nearest practice to Maisemore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Gloucester Dental Care, about 2.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Phoenix Orthodontics (2.4 miles) and The Limes Dental Practice, Gloucester (3.2 miles).
What NHS area is Maisemore in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Maisemore falls under NHS Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board.
How big is Maisemore?
Around 458 people live in Maisemore.
How many families live in Maisemore?
17.3% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
How deprived is Maisemore compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Maisemore is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Ask your dentist for an orthodontic assessment — if the IOTN score clears the threshold, they refer you to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also take self-referrals directly.
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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