NHS Treatment in Piccadilly at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Coventry and Warwickshire 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 | 19.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of 2,592 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Central Orthodontics, Smethwick — 3.8 miles; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsbury School - A Specialist Science and Mathematics Academy — 1.1 miles The Wilnecote School — 1.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 12 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% 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 Piccadilly
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Piccadilly, 34 practices within 10 and 163 practices within 20. The closest is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, 3.8 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Central Orthodontics, 3.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central OrthodonticsSmethwick | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (30 reviews) |
| Dale House Dental PracticeTamworth | 4.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (341 reviews) |
| Tamworth Dental PracticeTamworth | 4.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (1,594 reviews) |
| Walmley Dental PracticeSutton Coldfield | 6.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (189 reviews) |
| Sutton Orthodontic CentreSutton Coldfield | 6.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (69 reviews) |
| Castle Dental CareCastle Vale | 6.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (158 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Piccadilly with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Smethwick, 3.8 miles north; the next are Tamworth (4.0 miles north) and Sutton Coldfield (6.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Smethwick | 1 | 3.8 miles north |
| Tamworth | 2 | 4.0 miles north |
| Sutton Coldfield | 6 | 6.1 miles south-west |
| Castle Vale | 1 | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Washwood Heath | 1 | 8.7 miles south-west |
| Nuneaton | 2 | 8.9 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 Piccadilly
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dale House Dental Practice in Tamworth (4.9 from 341 reviews), 4.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dale House Dental PracticeTamworth | 4.9 (341 reviews) | 4.0 miles north |
| Nothing But The ToothSutton Coldfield | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 7.3 miles south-west |
| Browne's Dental SurgerySutton Coldfield | 4.9 (155 reviews) | 6.8 miles west |
| Smilecare Studio- NuneatonNuneaton | 4.8 (310 reviews) | 9.4 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 Piccadilly, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 6.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Central Orthodontics, Smethwick, 3.8 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 12 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Piccadilly are commissioned by NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Piccadilly focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Warwickshire.
NHS Waiting Times in Piccadilly
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Warwickshire 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 Piccadilly
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 Warwickshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Piccadilly. Piccadilly sits close to the England average for deprivation. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.2% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 2,592 residents in Piccadilly's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Warwickshire. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Piccadilly is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 12 miles away. NHS Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Piccadilly. Piccadilly is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Piccadilly's under-16 share sits at 19.4%, per the 2021 Census. Families in Piccadilly are served by secondary schools including Kingsbury School - A Specialist Science and Mathematics Academy (1.1 miles) and The Wilnecote School (1.8 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Piccadilly is better served than 60% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Piccadilly itself. The closest on record are Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 4 miles away; Distinctive Dentistry in Tamworth, about 4 miles away; and Sutton Smile Spa in Sutton Coldfield, about 6 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 vs Private Fees in Piccadilly
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Piccadilly 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 Brace Eligibility in Piccadilly
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Piccadilly comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Warwickshire apply the same national criteria consistently. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Piccadilly.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Piccadilly
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Piccadilly. 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 Piccadilly
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.
NHS Treatment for Children in Piccadilly
Eligible children under 18 in Piccadilly are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Piccadilly
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Piccadilly?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Piccadilly is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Distinctive Dentistry (3.9 miles) and Ascent Dental Care Tamworth (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Piccadilly?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Piccadilly, 34 practices within 10 miles and 163 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Piccadilly?
The nearest practice to Piccadilly that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Central Orthodontics in Smethwick, about 3.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dale House Dental Practice (4.0 miles) and Tamworth Dental Practice (4.0 miles).
What county is Piccadilly in?
Piccadilly falls within Warwickshire.
How's children's dental health in Piccadilly's area?
Regionally, 19.2% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What kind of area is Piccadilly?
By ONS classification, Piccadilly falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many families live in Piccadilly?
19.4% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
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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