NHS Treatment in Meath Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 23.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.7% of 1,922 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Slipshoe Street Dental Surgery, Reigate — 4.2 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oakwood School — 1.2 miles The Gatwick School — 2.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — about 23 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% 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 Meath Green
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Meath Green, 22 practices within 10 and 178 practices within 20. The closest is Redhill Orthodontic Practice, 4.0 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Slipshoe Street Dental Surgery, 4.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slipshoe Street Dental SurgeryReigate | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (109 reviews) |
| Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery CrawleyCrawley | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (340 reviews) |
| Reigate Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRedhill | 4.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (141 reviews) |
| REIGATE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEReigate | 4.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| Crawley Dental ClinicCrawley | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (105 reviews) |
| Saint Faith Dental ClinicEast Grinstead | 7.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (314 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Meath Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Reigate, 4.2 miles north; the next are Crawley (4.5 miles south) and Redhill (4.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Reigate | 2 | 4.2 miles north |
| Crawley | 2 | 4.5 miles south |
| Redhill | 1 | 4.5 miles north |
| East Grinstead | 3 | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Horsham | 1 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Coulsdon | 1 | 10.1 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Meath Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Reigate Specialist Orthodontic Practice in Redhill (5.0 from 141 reviews), 4.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Reigate Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRedhill | 5.0 (141 reviews) | 4.5 miles north |
| Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery CrawleyCrawley | 4.9 (340 reviews) | 4.5 miles south |
| 72 DentalCoulsdon | 4.8 (675 reviews) | 10.1 miles north |
| Dental ElementsLeatherhead | 4.8 (550 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Meath Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Granville House Dental Centre, 4.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Slipshoe Street Dental Surgery, Reigate, 4.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 23 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Meath Green are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Meath Green funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
How the NHS Route Works in Meath Green
The NHS pathway in Meath Green is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- 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 Meath Green.
- 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 Costs in Meath Green
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Equivalent private metal braces in Meath 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 Meath 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. NHS waiting times in Surrey are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Meath Green vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. National deprivation data puts Meath Green close to the England median. In the census neighbourhood around Meath Green, 9.7% of the 1,922 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.6% average across Surrey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Meath Green is about 23 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Meath Green sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Meath Green skews family-heavy: 23.4% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. Secondary-age pupils near Meath Green attend schools such as Oakwood School (1.2 miles) and The Gatwick School (2.9 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Meath Green has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Meath Green. The nearest we do hold are Redhill Orthodontic Practice, about 4 miles away; Ringley Park Dental Practice in Reigate, about 4 miles away; and Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley, about 4 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Meath Green
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Surrey to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Meath Green — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Surrey differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Children's Orthodontics in Meath Green
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Meath Green
Children in Meath 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Meath Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Meath Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Meath Green is Redhill Orthodontic Practice, about 4.0 miles to the north. The next closest are Ringley Park Dental Practice (4.0 miles) and The Wellington Clinic - Reigate (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Meath Green?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Meath Green, 22 practices within 10 miles and 178 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Meath Green?
The nearest practice to Meath Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Slipshoe Street Dental Surgery in Reigate, about 4.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dentist Crawley | Enhance Dental Surgery Crawley (4.5 miles) and Reigate Specialist Orthodontic Practice (4.5 miles).
How many families live in Meath Green?
23.4% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What NHS area is Meath Green in for dental services?
Meath Green sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Meath Green rural or urban?
ONS classifies Meath Green as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Meath Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Meath Green is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Meath Green?
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Surrey typically range from 12 to 24 months — and in some areas longer. Private treatment has no waiting list and usually begins within weeks of consultation.
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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