NHS Treatment in Pleck Green at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Dorset 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 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of 2,115 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, Dorchester — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Sturminster Newton High School — 5.6 miles The Gryphon School — 5.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 39 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% 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 Pleck Green
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Pleck Green; 1 practice within 10 and 8 practices within 20. The closest is Yeovil Hospital, 9.8 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 13.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Orthodontic ClinicDorchester | 13.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (127 reviews) |
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 21.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 22.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 22.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| Portway Dental PracticeFrome | 23.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (124 reviews) |
| Somerset OrthodontistMendip | 23.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pleck Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester, 13.0 miles south; the next are Broadstone (21.6 miles south-east) and Poole (22.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | 1 | 13.0 miles south |
| Broadstone | 1 | 21.6 miles south-east |
| Poole | 3 | 22.9 miles south-east |
| Frome | 1 | 23.1 miles north |
| Mendip | 2 | 23.4 miles north-west |
| Bournemouth | 2 | 24.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Pleck Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 12.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, 13 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 39 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Pleck Green are commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Pleck Green follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Pleck Green plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS vs Private Fees in Pleck Green
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Pleck Green typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Pleck Green
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 Dorset differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Pleck Green. Pleck Green's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. OHID data for this ICB shows 16.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Pleck Green, 5.5% of the 2,115 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pleck Green is about 39 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Pleck Green sits within NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 13.8% of residents under 16, Pleck Green skews toward an older population. The closest secondary schools to Pleck Green are Sturminster Newton High School (5.6 miles) and The Gryphon School (5.8 miles). Pleck Green's Local Authority area covers 179 schools and 51,332 pupils, according to DfE figures. People in Pleck Green usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Pleck Green itself. The closest on record are Yeovil Hospital, about 10 miles away; Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 13 miles away; and Orchard Lane Crewkerne Dental, about 16 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 Pleck Green?
Many patients in Dorset 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Pleck Green
Children's orthodontics in Pleck Green covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Pleck Green
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Pleck Green
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Pleck Green — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Dorset differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Pleck Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pleck Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pleck Green is Yeovil Hospital, about 9.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Smile Dental Laboratory (10.1 miles) and Yeovil Dental Access Centre (10.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pleck Green?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pleck Green, 1 practice within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Yeovil, 9.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pleck Green?
The nearest practice to Pleck Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dorchester Orthodontic Clinic, about 13.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (21.6 miles) and Dorset Dental Clinic (22.9 miles).
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Pleck Green?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board.
How many schools are in Pleck Green's area?
Pleck Green's Local Authority has 179 schools educating 51,332 pupils (DfE data).
Is tooth decay common among young children near Pleck Green?
OHID figures for this ICB show 16.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How many families live in Pleck Green?
13.8% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
NHS braces are almost always metal fixed braces. Ceramic, lingual, or clear aligner treatment is not available on the NHS. If you want a less visible option, private orthodontics is required.
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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