NHS Treatment in Osgathorpe 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of 1,647 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Granby House Dental Practice, Loughborough — 6.7 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Castle Rock School — 3.2 miles The Newbridge School — 3.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 30 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% 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 Osgathorpe
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Osgathorpe, 22 practices within 10 and 120 practices within 20. The closest is London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville, 3.3 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Granby House Dental Practice, 6.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granby House Dental PracticeLoughborough | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (26 reviews) |
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 7.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (214 reviews) |
| GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTDLoughborough | 7.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Hughes and Owen Dental CareSwadlincote | 7.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (103 reviews) |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 7.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (422 reviews) |
| Remarkable Smiles - AlvastonDerby | 9.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (350 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Osgathorpe with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Loughborough, 6.7 miles east; the next are Swadlincote (7.8 miles west) and Derby (9.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Loughborough | 3 | 6.7 miles east |
| Swadlincote | 3 | 7.8 miles west |
| Derby | 4 | 9.1 miles north |
| Long Eaton | 1 | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Repton | 1 | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Burton upon Trent | 2 | 10.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Osgathorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic (5.0 from 214 reviews), 7.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 5.0 (214 reviews) | 7.2 miles east |
| Alexandra Dental CareSwadlincote | 4.9 (422 reviews) | 7.9 miles west |
| Beaufort Dental Health CentreSwadlincote | 4.9 (352 reviews) | 10.7 miles west |
| Cavendish Dental PracticeDerby | 4.8 (884 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Osgathorpe, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 9.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Granby House Dental Practice, Loughborough, 6.7 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 30 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Osgathorpe 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 orthodontic treatment in Osgathorpe follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Waiting Times in Osgathorpe
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Leicestershire 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 vs Private Fees in Osgathorpe
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Osgathorpe 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Osgathorpe
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 Leicestershire 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 Osgathorpe. National deprivation data puts Osgathorpe close to the England median. 22% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. In the census neighbourhood around Osgathorpe, 8.4% of the 1,647 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Leicestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Osgathorpe is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Osgathorpe. ONS classifies Osgathorpe as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 18.8% of Osgathorpe's population at under 16. Families in Osgathorpe are served by secondary schools including The Castle Rock School (3.2 miles) and The Newbridge School (3.5 miles). There is no orthodontist on our records in Osgathorpe itself. The nearest we do hold are London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville, about 3 miles away; Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist, about 6 miles away; and Hughes and Owen Dental Care in Swadlincote, about 8 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Osgathorpe
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Osgathorpe comes down to a structured assessment. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Osgathorpe.
Eligibility in Osgathorpe — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Leicestershire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Osgathorpe
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. 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 Osgathorpe
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Osgathorpe
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Osgathorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Osgathorpe is London Road Dental Practice & Dental Implant Centre in Coalville, about 3.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Abbots Oak Dental Practice (3.7 miles) and Sherwood House Dental Practice - Loughborough Dentist (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Osgathorpe?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Osgathorpe, 22 practices within 10 miles and 120 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Osgathorpe?
The nearest practice to Osgathorpe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Granby House Dental Practice in Loughborough, about 6.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic (7.2 miles) and GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTD (7.3 miles).
Is Osgathorpe a family area?
18.8% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Which towns are close to Osgathorpe?
Nearby towns include Breedon on the Hill, Peggs Green, Griffydam.
What kind of area is Osgathorpe?
By ONS classification, Osgathorpe falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Osgathorpe compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Osgathorpe is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
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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