NHS Treatment in Marston on Dove at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 22.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of 1,573 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | The Practice @ Willington, Repton — 3.6 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The de Ferrers Academy — 2.1 miles John Port Spencer Academy — 2.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 28 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11% 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 Marston on Dove
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Marston on Dove, 25 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is The Practice @ Willington in Repton, 3.6 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is The Practice @ Willington, 3.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Practice @ WillingtonRepton | 3.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (19 reviews) |
| Dental Perfection - BurtonBurton upon Trent | 5.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (666 reviews) |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (352 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Marston on Dove with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Repton, 3.6 miles east; the next are Burton upon Trent (4.1 miles south) and Swadlincote (5.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Repton | 1 | 3.6 miles east |
| Burton upon Trent | 4 | 4.1 miles south |
| Swadlincote | 3 | 5.1 miles south |
| Derby | 6 | 5.5 miles north-east |
| Lichfield | 3 | 14.1 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 Marston on Dove
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alexandra Dental Care in Swadlincote (4.9 from 422 reviews), 7.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 5.1 miles south |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 8.0 miles north-east |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 4.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Marston on Dove, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 1.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Practice @ Willington, Repton, 3.6 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 28 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Marston on Dove are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Marston on Dove funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS vs Private Fees in Marston on Dove
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Marston on Dove trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Marston on Dove
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 orthodontic waiting times in Derbyshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Marston on Dove has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Bupa Dental Care — is about 2 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. National deprivation data ranks Marston on Dove among England's less deprived areas. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Marston on Dove, 7.9% of the 1,573 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Marston on Dove is about 28 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Marston on Dove sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. ONS classifies Marston on Dove as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. With 22.5% of residents under 16, Marston on Dove has an above-average share of children. Families in Marston on Dove are served by secondary schools including The de Ferrers Academy (2.1 miles) and John Port Spencer Academy (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Marston on Dove has more choice than 66% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Marston on Dove. The nearest recorded are The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 4 miles away; Dental Care Burton on Trent in Burton upon Trent, about 4 miles away; and Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 5 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.
NHS Waiting Times in Marston on Dove
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Derbyshire vary and can range from 12 to 36 months from referral to treatment starting. For families where timing is important — particularly approaching the optimal treatment age — private orthodontics eliminates the wait entirely and typically begins within a few weeks of consultation.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Marston on Dove?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Derbyshire to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Understanding the IOTN Score
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Derbyshire.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Marston on Dove
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Marston on Dove
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Marston on Dove?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Marston on Dove is The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 3.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Dental Care Burton on Trent (4.0 miles) and Modwena Orthodontics (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Marston on Dove?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Marston on Dove, 25 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Marston on Dove?
The nearest practice to Marston on Dove that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 3.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Modwena Orthodontics (4.1 miles) and Burton Smiles Dental Clinic (4.1 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Marston on Dove?
OHID figures for this ICB show 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Which NHS body covers Marston on Dove for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board.
How deprived is Marston on Dove compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Marston on Dove is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Marston on Dove?
Nearby towns include Burton upon Trent, Alder Moor, Horninglow.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Frequently the same specialist, sometimes even the same practice, provides both. The clinical skill doesn't change — what differs between the two routes is appliance choice, waiting time and how personalised the experience is.
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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