NHS Treatment in Palestine at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of 2,338 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Dental Concepts, Andover — 6.1 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Wellington Academy — 5.7 miles John Hanson Community School — 6.0 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.8% 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 Palestine
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Palestine; 12 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Concepts in Andover, 6.1 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Concepts, 6.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental ConceptsAndover | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 7.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (635 reviews) |
| INSPIRE ORTHODONTICSSalisbury | 9.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 9.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (165 reviews) |
| Salisbury Orthodontics LtdSalisbury | 9.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (210 reviews) |
| ABBEY ORTHODONTICSRomsey | 13.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Palestine with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Andover, 6.1 miles north-east; the next are Salisbury (9.5 miles south-west) and Romsey (13.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Andover | 2 | 6.1 miles north-east |
| Salisbury | 3 | 9.5 miles south-west |
| Romsey | 1 | 13.8 miles south-east |
| Winchester | 4 | 14.9 miles south-east |
| North Baddesley | 1 | 15.5 miles south-east |
| Eastleigh | 1 | 17.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Palestine
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Street Dental Care in Andover (5.0 from 635 reviews), 7.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Street Dental CareAndover | 5.0 (635 reviews) | 7.3 miles north-east |
| GG OrthodonticsWinchester | 5.0 (338 reviews) | 15.4 miles south-east |
| Sarum Dental PracticeSalisbury | 5.0 (165 reviews) | 9.8 miles south-west |
| Winchester Orthodontic PracticeWinchester | 5.0 (101 reviews) | 15.7 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 Palestine, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 6.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Concepts, Andover, 6.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Palestine are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Palestine funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Palestine
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 Hampshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Practices serving Palestine differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. National deprivation data puts Palestine close to the England median. Census 2021 counts 2,338 residents in the neighbourhood around Palestine, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Hampshire. NHS dental commissioning in Palestine falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Palestine is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Census figures show 16.2% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Palestine attend schools such as The Wellington Academy (5.7 miles) and John Hanson Community School (6.0 miles). People in Palestine usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Palestine itself. The nearest we do hold are Dental Concepts in Andover, about 6 miles away; Denise Taylor Orthodontics in Stockbridge, about 7 miles away; and Inspire Orthodontic Centre in Salisbury, about 10 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.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Palestine
For eligible patients in Palestine, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- 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 Palestine.
- 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 vs Private Fees in Palestine
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Palestine 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 Palestine?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. 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.
Understanding the IOTN Score
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across Hampshire.
Children's Orthodontics in Palestine
Children's orthodontics in Palestine covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Palestine increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Palestine
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 Palestine
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Palestine?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Palestine is Dental Concepts in Andover, about 6.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Smile Circle (6.1 miles) and Andover Advanced Dental Centre (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Palestine?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Palestine, 12 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Andover, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Palestine?
The nearest practice to Palestine that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Concepts in Andover, about 6.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include New Street Dental Care (7.3 miles) and INSPIRE ORTHODONTICS (9.5 miles).
How many families live in Palestine?
16.2% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Palestine?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Palestine?
ONS classifies Palestine as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How deprived is Palestine compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Palestine 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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