NHS Treatment in New Found Pool at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 24.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of 2,050 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | 44 Dental Care, Leicester — under a mile; 17 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Castle Mead Academy — 0.3 miles Brook Mead Academy — 0.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 33 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% 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 New Found Pool
On our practice register: 26 practices within 5 miles of New Found Pool, 41 practices within 10 and 82 practices within 20. The closest is Aesthetic Smiles Dental Spa in Leicester, 0.1 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is 44 Dental Care, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Dental CareLeicester | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (331 reviews) |
| Fosse Dental CareLeicester | 0.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (501 reviews) |
| Bright Smiles Dental Practice - LeicesterLeicester | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (19 reviews) |
| Winchester Avenue Dental SurgeryLeicester | 1.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (981 reviews) |
| The Dental Wellness Centre - Invisalign LeicesterLeicester | 1.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (542 reviews) |
| Smiles by GurmsLeicester | 1.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (141 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to New Found Pool with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leicester, 0.2 miles north; the next are Humberstone (1.8 miles east) and Wigston Magna (3.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 11 | 0.2 miles north |
| Humberstone | 1 | 1.8 miles east |
| Wigston Magna | 3 | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Evington | 1 | 4.0 miles south-east |
| Blaby | 1 | 4.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of New Found Pool
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Dental & Cosmetic Clinic in Blaby (5.0 from 333 reviews), 4.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dental & Cosmetic ClinicBlaby | 5.0 (333 reviews) | 4.2 miles south |
| Bright Smiles Dental Practice - LeicesterLeicester | 5.0 (19 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| The Dental Wellness Centre - Invisalign LeicesterLeicester | 4.9 (542 reviews) | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 4.9 (457 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from New Found Pool, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Dr.HiraiVerdee,Dr.Kam Kalsi,, 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 44 Dental Care, Leicester, 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 33 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around New Found Pool are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in New Found Pool 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. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS vs Private Fees in New Found Pool
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in New Found Pool costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Waiting Times in New Found Pool
NHS orthodontic waiting times in City of Leicester 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in New Found Pool
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 City of Leicester vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving New Found Pool. By national deprivation ranking, New Found Pool sits among the more deprived areas of England. Regionally, 22% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 2,050 residents in the neighbourhood around New Found Pool, 7.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 7.5% average across City of Leicester. For hospital-based orthodontic care, New Found Pool is about 33 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. New Found Pool — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 24.6% of New Found Pool's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Families in New Found Pool are served by secondary schools including Castle Mead Academy (0.3 miles) and Brook Mead Academy (0.6 miles). 16 secondary schools are within three miles. New Found Pool's Local Authority area covers 132 schools and 62,040 pupils, according to DfE figures. New Found Pool has 26 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 94% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in New Found Pool itself. The nearest we do hold are Aesthetic Smiles Dental Spa in Leicester, under a mile away; Willowbrook Dental Practice, Leicester in Humberstone, about 2 miles away; and Wigston Dental Care in Wigston Magna, 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 Treatment for Children in New Found Pool
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in New Found Pool
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in New Found Pool comes down to a structured assessment. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in New Found Pool?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in New Found Pool is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in New Found Pool
Where is the nearest orthodontist to New Found Pool?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to New Found Pool is Aesthetic Smiles Dental Spa in Leicester, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are 44 Dental Care (0.2 miles) and Fosse Dental Care (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near New Found Pool?
Our register has 26 practices within 5 miles of New Found Pool, 41 practices within 10 miles and 82 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near New Found Pool?
The nearest practice to New Found Pool that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is 44 Dental Care in Leicester, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Fosse Dental Care (0.4 miles) and Bright Smiles Dental Practice - Leicester (0.6 miles).
Which towns are close to New Found Pool?
Wolsey Island, Belgrave, Clarendon Park are within easy reach of New Found Pool.
What county is New Found Pool in?
New Found Pool is in City of Leicester.
What kind of area is New Found Pool?
ONS classifies New Found Pool as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which NHS body covers New Found Pool for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in New Found Pool falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board.
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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