NHS Treatment in Pixham at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of 1,890 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Dental Elements, Leatherhead — 3.9 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Ashcombe School — 0.4 miles The Priory Church of England School — 1.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — about 21 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% 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 Pixham
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Pixham, 30 practices within 10 and 209 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodonticlinic in Fetcham, 3.7 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Elements, 3.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental ElementsLeatherhead | 3.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (550 reviews) |
| Slipshoe Street Dental SurgeryReigate | 4.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (109 reviews) |
| Reigate Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRedhill | 5.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (141 reviews) |
| REIGATE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEReigate | 5.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Epsom OrthodonticsEpsom | 6.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (162 reviews) |
| Epsom Smiles Dental PracticeEpsom | 6.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (141 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pixham with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leatherhead, 3.9 miles north; the next are Reigate (4.8 miles east) and Redhill (5.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leatherhead | 1 | 3.9 miles north |
| Reigate | 2 | 4.8 miles east |
| Redhill | 1 | 5.0 miles east |
| Epsom | 3 | 6.9 miles north |
| Ewell | 1 | 8.8 miles north |
| Hinchley Wood | 1 | 9.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pixham
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ewell Orthodontics (5.0 from 379 reviews), 8.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ewell OrthodonticsEwell | 5.0 (379 reviews) | 8.8 miles north |
| Reigate Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRedhill | 5.0 (141 reviews) | 5.0 miles east |
| Epsom Dental CentreEpsom | 4.9 (398 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| 72 DentalCoulsdon | 4.8 (675 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Pixham, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Excellence in Dentistry, 3.7 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 Elements, Leatherhead, 3.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 21 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Pixham are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Pixham, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Pixham plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Pixham
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Pixham costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Pixham
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 Surrey are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Not every practice near Pixham offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Pixham's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. In the census neighbourhood around Pixham, 6.1% of the 1,890 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pixham is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 21 miles away. Pixham sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Pixham's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Pixham has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.8% of residents are under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Pixham attend schools such as The Ashcombe School (0.4 miles) and The Priory Church of England School (1.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (7), Pixham has more choice than 66% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Pixham itself. The nearest we do hold are Orthodonticlinic in Fetcham, about 4 miles away; Crescent Dental Practice in Leatherhead, about 4 miles away; and Slipshoe Street Dental Surgery in Reigate, about 5 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Pixham?
Many patients in Surrey wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Children's Orthodontics in Pixham
Children's orthodontics in Pixham covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Pixham 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 Pixham
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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Pixham?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Surrey apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Pixham — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Surrey differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Pixham
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pixham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pixham is Orthodonticlinic in Fetcham, about 3.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Crescent Dental Practice (3.8 miles) and Dental Elements (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pixham?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Pixham, 30 practices within 10 miles and 209 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pixham?
The nearest practice to Pixham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Elements in Leatherhead, about 3.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Slipshoe Street Dental Surgery (4.8 miles) and Reigate Specialist Orthodontic Practice (5.0 miles).
How many families live in Pixham?
Census data puts 13.8% of Pixham's population at under 16.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Pixham?
NHS dental commissioning in Pixham falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board.
What kind of area is Pixham?
ONS classifies Pixham as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Pixham compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Pixham is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Can adults access NHS orthodontics in Pixham?
Very limited in Surrey — generally only jaw surgery patients or exceptional functional cases qualify. Private funding covers most adult treatment.
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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