NHS Treatment in Patrington at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of 1,464 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | The Dental Design Studio, Cleethorpes — 7.8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Withernsea High School — 3.9 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22% 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 Patrington
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Patrington; 4 practices within 10 and 15 practices within 20. The closest is The Dental Design Studio in Cleethorpes, 7.8 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is The Dental Design Studio, 7.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dental Design StudioCleethorpes | 7.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (103 reviews) |
| BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull | 14.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (223 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS HULLKingston upon Hull | 14.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull | 15.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (213 reviews) |
| 543 Dental Centre LimitedSaint Andrews Quay | 15.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (1,202 reviews) |
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 16.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (590 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Patrington with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Cleethorpes, 7.8 miles south; the next are Kingston upon Hull (14.5 miles west) and Saint Andrews Quay (15.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cleethorpes | 1 | 7.8 miles south |
| Kingston upon Hull | 5 | 14.5 miles west |
| Saint Andrews Quay | 3 | 15.8 miles west |
| Beverley | 1 | 20.6 miles north-west |
| Brough | 1 | 23.0 miles west |
| Scunthorpe | 2 | 26.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Patrington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull in Saint Andrews Quay (4.9 from 590 reviews), 16.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (590 reviews) | 16.3 miles west |
| BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull | 4.9 (223 reviews) | 14.5 miles west |
| Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull | 4.9 (213 reviews) | 15.3 miles north-west |
| Manor Dental HealthSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (95 reviews) | 17.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Patrington, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Smiles 4 You, 7.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is The Dental Design Studio, Cleethorpes, 7.8 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Patrington are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Patrington funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Waiting Times in Patrington
NHS orthodontic waiting times in East Riding of Yorkshire 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 Patrington
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in East Riding of Yorkshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Patrington — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Patrington falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. OHID data for this ICB shows 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,464 residents in the neighbourhood around Patrington, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across East Riding of Yorkshire. NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Patrington. Patrington's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Patrington's under-16 share sits at 15.8%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Patrington attend schools such as Withernsea High School (3.9 miles). DfE figures put 157 schools and 45,532 pupils across Patrington's Local Authority. People in Patrington usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Patrington itself. The nearest recorded are The Dental Design Studio in Cleethorpes, about 8 miles away; Waltham Dental Practice, about 12 miles away; and BritasiaDoctors Limited in Kingston upon Hull, about 14 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Patrington
For eligible patients in Patrington, 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 Patrington.
- 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Patrington
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Patrington increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Patrington
Children in Patrington 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Patrington
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Patrington 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. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Patrington — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in East Riding of Yorkshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Patrington
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Patrington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Patrington is The Dental Design Studio in Cleethorpes, about 7.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Smile Lincs (8.3 miles) and A C Dental Services (8.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Patrington?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Patrington, 4 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cleethorpes, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Patrington?
The nearest practice to Patrington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is The Dental Design Studio in Cleethorpes, about 7.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include BritasiaDoctors Limited (14.5 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS HULL (14.5 miles).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Patrington?
OHID figures for this ICB show 25.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
Which NHS body covers Patrington for dental care?
Patrington sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How many pupils are in Patrington's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 157 schools and 45,532 pupils across Patrington's Local Authority.
How many families live in Patrington?
Census data puts 15.8% of Patrington's population at under 16.
How long does NHS treatment take?
18-24 months covers most moderate NHS cases, with complex cases running longer. Your orthodontist confirms a specific estimate after assessment.
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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