NHS Treatment in Monkton Deverill at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire 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 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of 1,320 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Portway Dental Practice, Frome — 8.1 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingdown School — 5.4 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 28 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% 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 Monkton Deverill
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Monkton Deverill; 4 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, 8.0 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Portway Dental Practice, 8.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 8.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Dentalcare TrowbridgeTrowbridge | 13.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (162 reviews) |
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 18.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (165 reviews) |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 18.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (210 reviews) |
| INSPIRE ORTHODONTICSSalisbury | 18.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Circus DentalBath | 18.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Monkton Deverill with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Frome, 8.1 miles north-west; the next are Trowbridge (13.4 miles north) and Salisbury (18.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Frome | 1 | 8.1 miles north-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 13.4 miles north |
| Salisbury | 3 | 18.3 miles east |
| Bath | 8 | 18.9 miles north |
| Mendip | 1 | 19.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Monkton Deverill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Sarum Dental Practice in Salisbury (5.0 from 165 reviews), 18.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 5.0 (165 reviews) | 18.3 miles east |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 19.0 miles north |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 18.9 miles north |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 4.9 (210 reviews) | 18.5 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Monkton Deverill, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 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 Portway Dental Practice, Frome, 8.1 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 28 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Monkton Deverill are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Monkton Deverill, 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. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Waiting Times in Monkton Deverill
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Wiltshire 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Monkton Deverill
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 Monkton Deverill 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 Monkton Deverill
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 Wiltshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Practices serving Monkton Deverill differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Monkton Deverill sits close to the England average for deprivation. 15% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Census 2021 counts 1,320 residents in the neighbourhood around Monkton Deverill, 5.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Wiltshire. The nearest university dental hospital to Monkton Deverill is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Monkton Deverill sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 14.2% of Monkton Deverill's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Monkton Deverill attend schools such as Kingdown School (5.4 miles). Monkton Deverill's Local Authority has 263 schools educating 74,539 pupils (DfE data). Monkton Deverill has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Monkton Deverill. The nearest we do hold are Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 8 miles away; Dentalcare Trowbridge, about 13 miles away; and Fisherton Dental Care in Salisbury, about 18 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 Brace Eligibility in Monkton Deverill
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Monkton Deverill 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. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
How Eligibility Is Scored
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Wiltshire.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Monkton Deverill
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. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Monkton Deverill
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Monkton Deverill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Monkton Deverill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Monkton Deverill is Southwest Dental Laboratory in Frome, about 8.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Portway Dental Practice (8.1 miles) and Grants House Dentistry (8.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Monkton Deverill?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Monkton Deverill, 4 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Frome, 8.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Monkton Deverill?
The nearest practice to Monkton Deverill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portway Dental Practice in Frome, about 8.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dentalcare Trowbridge (13.4 miles) and Sarum Dental Practice (18.3 miles).
What county is Monkton Deverill in?
Monkton Deverill falls within Wiltshire.
How deprived is Monkton Deverill compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Monkton Deverill is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many families live in Monkton Deverill?
Census data puts 14.2% of Monkton Deverill's population at under 16.
Is Monkton Deverill rural or urban?
ONS classifies Monkton Deverill as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
This is a real risk with long waiting lists. NHS orthodontic funding is age-sensitive, so a case that qualifies at 16 may be assessed differently once you turn 18. If you're close to 18 and eligible, ask your dentist about timescales — it can be a reason to consider private treatment.
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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