NHS Treatment in New Houghton at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of 2,588 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Mansfield — 3.1 miles; 6 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Shirebrook Academy — 2.4 miles All Saints' Catholic Voluntary Academy — 2.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 17 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.9% 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 Houghton
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of New Houghton, 14 practices within 10 and 81 practices within 20. The closest is THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Mansfield, 3.1 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, 3.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 3.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| The Orthodontic PracticeMansfield Woodhouse | 3.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (88 reviews) |
| Market Place Dental CareSutton in Ashfield | 3.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (1,291 reviews) |
| Kirkby Dental PracticeSutton in Ashfield | 5.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (314 reviews) |
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 8.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 8.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to New Houghton with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Mansfield, 3.1 miles south-east; the next are Mansfield Woodhouse (3.1 miles south-east) and Sutton in Ashfield (3.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mansfield | 1 | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Sutton in Ashfield | 2 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Chesterfield | 1 | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Alfreton | 1 | 8.2 miles south-west |
| Hucknall | 2 | 10.1 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 Houghton
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 8.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Arnold Dental & Implant CentreArnold | 4.9 (544 reviews) | 13.1 miles south |
| Kimberley DentalKimberley | 4.9 (251 reviews) | 12.7 miles south |
| Trinity House HuddersfieldWorksop | 4.9 (48 reviews) | 10.1 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 Houghton, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 3.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Mansfield, 3.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 17 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around New Houghton are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in New Houghton, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Derbyshire.
NHS Orthodontic Access in New Houghton
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 Derbyshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
What's available in New Houghton depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. New Houghton's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.1% of the 2,588 residents in New Houghton's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to New Houghton is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 17 miles away. NHS dental commissioning in New Houghton falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. New Houghton is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. 16.2% of New Houghton's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Families in New Houghton are served by secondary schools including Shirebrook Academy (2.4 miles) and All Saints' Catholic Voluntary Academy (2.5 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), New Houghton has more choice than 60% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in New Houghton itself. The nearest recorded are THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Mansfield, about 3 miles away; The Orthodontic Practice in Mansfield Woodhouse, about 3 miles away; and Market Place Dental Care in Sutton in Ashfield, 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.
How the NHS Route Works in New Houghton
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in New Houghton runs like this:
- 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 New Houghton.
- 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 New Houghton
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in New Houghton 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in New Houghton?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. 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.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in New Houghton
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in New Houghton. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in New Houghton
Children's orthodontics in New Houghton covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. 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.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in New Houghton
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 New Houghton
Where is the nearest orthodontist to New Houghton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to New Houghton is THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Mansfield, about 3.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Orthodontic Practice (3.1 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near New Houghton?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of New Houghton, 14 practices within 10 miles and 81 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near New Houghton?
The nearest practice to New Houghton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Mansfield, about 3.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include The Orthodontic Practice (3.1 miles) and Market Place Dental Care (3.3 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in New Houghton?
New Houghton sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How deprived is New Houghton compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, New Houghton is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What county is New Houghton in?
New Houghton falls within Derbyshire.
What kind of area is New Houghton?
By ONS classification, New Houghton falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
What if the NHS wait is too long?
Going private removes the wait entirely, with the same clinical outcomes plus a wider choice of brace type and a more personalised experience — for a higher price than the NHS charge.
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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