NHS Treatment in Moor Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Birmingham and Solihull 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 | 17.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of 1,788 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham, Kings Heath — under a mile; 20 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Queensbridge School — 0.2 miles Bishop Challoner Catholic College — 0.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 3 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% 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 Moor Green
On our practice register: 38 practices within 5 miles of Moor Green, 80 practices within 10 and 202 practices within 20. The closest is All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham in Kings Heath, 0.6 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham, 0.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic BirminghamKings Heath | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (472 reviews) |
| Edgbaston Dental CentreBirmingham | 1.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (632 reviews) |
| Birmingham Smile ClinicAcocks Green | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (795 reviews) |
| Edgbaston Orthodontic CentreAcocks Green | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (18 reviews) |
| STRATFORD ORTHODONTICSBirmingham | 2.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| SIGNATURE ORTHODONTICS LTDBirmingham | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Moor Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Kings Heath, 0.6 miles south-east; the next are Birmingham (1.5 miles north) and Acocks Green (2.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Heath | 1 | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Birmingham | 8 | 1.5 miles north |
| Acocks Green | 7 | 2.1 miles east |
| Smethwick | 1 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Shirley | 1 | 2.7 miles east |
| Bartley Green | 1 | 3.2 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Moor Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Rai Dental Surgery in Acocks Green (5.0 from 109 reviews), 3.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rai Dental SurgeryAcocks Green | 5.0 (109 reviews) | 3.0 miles east |
| Signature OrthodonticsSmethwick | 4.9 (357 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Birmingham Smile ClinicAcocks Green | 4.8 (795 reviews) | 2.1 miles east |
| Sherwood Dental Practice - BirminghamAcocks Green | 4.8 (566 reviews) | 2.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Moor Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Midlands Smile Centres, 1.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham, Kings Heath, under a mile 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 3 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Moor Green are commissioned by NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Moor 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Moor 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 City and Borough of Birmingham 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 Moor Green. National deprivation data puts Moor Green close to the England median. 26.9% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,788 residents in Moor Green's census neighbourhood, below the 8.2% average across City and Borough of Birmingham. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Moor Green is about 3 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Moor Green sits within NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17.9% of the local population is under 16. The closest secondary schools to Moor Green are Queensbridge School (0.2 miles) and Bishop Challoner Catholic College (0.6 miles). 27 secondary schools are within three miles. Moor Green's Local Authority area covers 501 schools and 210,486 pupils, according to DfE figures. With 36 orthodontic practices within five miles, Moor Green is better served than 97% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Moor Green itself. The closest on record are All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham in Kings Heath, under a mile away; Edgbaston Dental Centre in Birmingham, about 2 miles away; and Acorn Dental - Barnt Green, Bromsgrove in Acocks Green, about 2 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Moor Green
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Moor Green 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Moor Green?
Many patients in City and Borough of Birmingham 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Moor Green
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in City and Borough of Birmingham apply the same national criteria consistently. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
What Is IOTN?
The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the two-part scoring system orthodontists across City and Borough of Birmingham use to decide whether a patient qualifies for NHS treatment.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Moor Green
For many families in Moor Green, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. 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.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Moor Green
Children in Moor 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 Moor Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moor Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moor Green is All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham in Kings Heath, about 0.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Edgbaston Dental Centre (1.5 miles) and Acorn Dental - Barnt Green, Bromsgrove (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moor Green?
Our register has 38 practices within 5 miles of Moor Green, 80 practices within 10 miles and 202 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moor Green?
The nearest practice to Moor Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is All saints Dental Implant and Orthodontic clinic Birmingham in Kings Heath, about 0.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Edgbaston Dental Centre (1.5 miles) and Birmingham Smile Clinic (2.1 miles).
How deprived is Moor Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Moor Green is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which NHS body covers Moor Green for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Moor Green falls under NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board.
How many pupils are in Moor Green's Local Authority?
Moor Green's Local Authority has 501 schools educating 210,486 pupils (DfE data).
Which towns are close to Moor Green?
Nearby towns include Bournbrook, Moseley, Stirchley.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
It's a genuine risk on a long waiting list — NHS funding is age-sensitive, so a case eligible at 16 might be assessed differently at 18. If you're close to that age and eligible now, ask about timescales; it can tip the decision toward going private.
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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