NHS Treatment in Moore at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside 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 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of 1,567 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | The Dental Academy - Warrington, Daresbury — under a mile; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sandymoor Ormiston Academy — 1.1 miles Bridgewater High School — 2.4 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — about 14 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.2% 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 Moore
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Moore, 31 practices within 10 and 190 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Academy - Warrington in Daresbury, 0.4 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is The Dental Academy - Warrington, 0.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Academy - WarringtonDaresbury | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (153 reviews) |
| Turret Orthodontics LiverpoolWarrington | 3.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (89 reviews) |
| TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEWarrington | 3.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| TURRET ORTHODONTICSWarrington | 3.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Halton Road Dental PracticeWidnes | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (262 reviews) |
| Deacon DentalWidnes | 4.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (92 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Moore with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Daresbury, 0.4 miles south; the next are Warrington (3.1 miles north-east) and Widnes (3.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Daresbury | 1 | 0.4 miles south |
| Warrington | 5 | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Widnes | 3 | 3.2 miles west |
| Northwich | 1 | 7.8 miles south-east |
| St Helens | 1 | 8.3 miles north |
| Golborne | 1 | 8.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Moore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Halton Road Dental Practice in Widnes (4.9 from 262 reviews), 3.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halton Road Dental PracticeWidnes | 4.9 (262 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
| Boutique Dental 23Ashton in Makerfield | 4.9 (136 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| Alverna House Dental Practice | Dental Implants and Invisalign Provider St HelensSt Helens | 4.8 (257 reviews) | 8.3 miles north |
| The Dental Academy - WarringtonDaresbury | 4.8 (153 reviews) | 0.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Moore, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is The Dental Academy, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Dental Academy - Warrington, Daresbury, 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 Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 14 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Moore are commissioned by NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Moore follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Moore plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Moore
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 Borough of Halton depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Provision in Moore varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Moore falls in a less deprived area than most of England. 31.2% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Census 2021 counts 1,567 residents in the neighbourhood around Moore, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.4% average across Borough of Halton. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Moore is about 14 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool. NHS dental commissioning in Moore falls under NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Moore falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 15.4% of the local population is under 16. Families in Moore are served by secondary schools including Sandymoor Ormiston Academy (1.1 miles) and Bridgewater High School (2.4 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 90 schools and 32,899 pupils across Moore's Local Authority. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Moore has more choice than 85% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Moore. The nearest we do hold are The Dental Academy - Warrington in Daresbury, under a mile away; Dr Fatima Facial Aesthetics in Warrington, about a mile away; and Halton Road Dental Practice in Widnes, about 3 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 Orthodontic Costs in Moore
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Moore typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Moore
The NHS pathway in Moore 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 Moore.
- 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Moore
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Moore
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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Moore
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Borough of Halton apply the same national criteria consistently. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Moore.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Moore
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moore is The Dental Academy - Warrington in Daresbury, about 0.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Dr Fatima Facial Aesthetics (1.3 miles) and Appleton Park Dental (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moore?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Moore, 31 practices within 10 miles and 190 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moore?
The nearest practice to Moore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Dental Academy - Warrington in Daresbury, about 0.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Turret Orthodontics Liverpool (3.1 miles) and TURRET ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (3.1 miles).
How deprived is Moore compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Moore is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Moore?
Regionally, 31.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Which county covers Moore?
Moore is in Borough of Halton.
Which towns are close to Moore?
Preston Brook, Preston on the Hill, Great Sankey are within easy reach of Moore.
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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