NHS Treatment in Oaks Green 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of 2,686 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Burton Smiles Dental Clinic, Burton upon Trent — 8.9 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Thomas Alleyne's High School — 3.9 miles Windsor Park CE Middle School — 4.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 29 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.2% 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 Oaks Green
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Oaks Green, 10 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, 1.4 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Burton Smiles Dental Clinic, 8.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 8.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (246 reviews) |
| Modwena OrthodonticsBurton upon Trent | 9.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (91 reviews) |
| Dental Perfection - BurtonBurton upon Trent | 9.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (666 reviews) |
| The Practice @ WillingtonRepton | 9.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Stapenhill Dental CareBurton upon Trent | 9.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 3.9 (19 reviews) |
| NO.1 THE ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTDerby | 9.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Oaks Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Burton upon Trent, 8.9 miles south-east; the next are Repton (9.2 miles east) and Derby (9.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Burton upon Trent | 4 | 8.9 miles south-east |
| Repton | 1 | 9.2 miles east |
| Derby | 6 | 9.5 miles east |
| Swadlincote | 3 | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Lichfield | 3 | 15.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Oaks Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Alexandra Dental Care in Swadlincote (4.9 from 422 reviews), 12.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 12.5 miles south-east |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Ashbourne Road DentalDerby | 4.9 (346 reviews) | 11.7 miles east |
| Burton Smiles Dental ClinicBurton upon Trent | 4.9 (246 reviews) | 8.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Oaks Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is The Staffordshire Clinic, 3.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Burton Smiles Dental Clinic, Burton upon Trent, 8.9 miles 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 29 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Oaks Green 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.
NHS orthodontics in Oaks Green funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Oaks Green plan around realistic waiting times.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Oaks Green
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Oaks Green 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 Oaks Green.
- 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 Access in Oaks 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 orthodontic waiting times in Derbyshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Practices serving Oaks Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Oaks Green sits close to the England average for deprivation. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 18.8% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Oaks Green, 7.1% of the 2,686 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Oaks Green is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 29 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Oaks Green. Oaks Green is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Oaks Green's under-16 share sits at 14.1%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Oaks Green attend schools such as Thomas Alleyne's High School (3.9 miles) and Windsor Park CE Middle School (4.3 miles). We hold no orthodontic practice records in Oaks Green itself. The nearest we do hold are Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about a mile away; Burton Smiles Dental Clinic in Burton upon Trent, about 9 miles away; and The Practice @ Willington in Repton, about 9 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 Waiting Times in Oaks Green
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Derbyshire 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Oaks Green
Children's orthodontics in Oaks Green covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Oaks Green increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Oaks Green
Children in Oaks 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Oaks Green?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Oaks Green — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Derbyshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Oaks Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Oaks Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Oaks Green is Orthodontics Derby in Marchington, about 1.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Burton Smiles Dental Clinic (8.9 miles) and Dental Care Burton on Trent (8.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Oaks Green?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Oaks Green, 10 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Oaks Green?
The nearest practice to Oaks Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Burton Smiles Dental Clinic in Burton upon Trent, about 8.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Modwena Orthodontics (9.0 miles) and Dental Perfection - Burton (9.2 miles).
Is Oaks Green a family area?
14.1% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What county is Oaks Green in?
Oaks Green falls within Derbyshire.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Oaks Green?
Regionally, 18.8% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How deprived is Oaks Green compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Oaks Green is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes — you can start private treatment at any time, including while on an NHS waiting list. Many patients do this to avoid a long wait or to access ceramic or aligner options. You don't have to formally leave the NHS list first, though it's courteous to let the practice know.
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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