NHS Treatment in Post 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 11.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of 1,928 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD, Broadstone — 3.4 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lytchett Minster School — 0.1 miles The Cornerstone Academy — 3.0 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% 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 Post Green
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Post Green, 23 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, 2.4 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD, 3.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTDBroadstone | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (237 reviews) |
| Seaview Dental PracticePoole | 4.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (210 reviews) |
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) |
| Wallisdown Dental PracticeBournemouth | 6.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Post Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Broadstone, 3.4 miles east; the next are Poole (3.8 miles east) and Bournemouth (6.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Broadstone | 1 | 3.4 miles east |
| Poole | 4 | 3.8 miles east |
| Bournemouth | 7 | 6.6 miles east |
| Christchurch | 2 | 10.9 miles east |
| Dorchester | 1 | 16.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Post Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental on the Banks in Poole (4.9 from 1,019 reviews), 6.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental on the BanksPoole | 4.9 (1,019 reviews) | 6.5 miles east |
| Ocean DentalcareBournemouth | 4.9 (401 reviews) | 8.6 miles east |
| Dorset Dental ClinicPoole | 4.9 (389 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
| Dorset Dental ImplantsPoole | 4.9 (237 reviews) | 3.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Post Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Hamworthy Dental Practice, 2.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD, Broadstone, 3.4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Post 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.
For families in Post Green, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. 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 Dorset.
NHS Waiting Times in Post Green
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Dorset 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Post Green
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Post Green runs like this:
- 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 Post Green.
- 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 Orthodontic Access in Post 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. NHS waiting times in Dorset are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Practices serving Post Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. National deprivation data ranks Post Green among England's less deprived areas. 16.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Census 2021 counts 1,928 residents in the neighbourhood around Post Green, 5.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Dorset. Post Green — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Post Green's under-16 share, 11.6%, is below the typical level. The closest secondary schools to Post Green are Lytchett Minster School (0.1 miles) and The Cornerstone Academy (3.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. DfE figures put 179 schools and 51,332 pupils across Post Green's Local Authority. Post Green has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Post Green itself. The nearest we do hold are Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 2 miles away; Poole Orthodontics UK in Broadstone, about 3 miles away; and Octagon Dental Surgery in Canford Heath, about 4 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Post Green
For many families in Post Green, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Parents in Post Green 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 Post Green
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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Post Green
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Dorset apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Post Green
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Post Green. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Post Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Post Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Post Green is Hamworthy Dental Practice in Poole, about 2.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Poole Orthodontics UK (3.4 miles) and POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Post Green?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Post Green, 23 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Post Green?
The nearest practice to Post Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is POOLE ORTHODONTICS LTD in Broadstone, about 3.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dorset Dental Clinic (3.8 miles) and Dorset Dental Implants (3.8 miles).
Is Post Green rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Post Green falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many families live in Post Green?
Around 11.6% of Post Green's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which county covers Post Green?
Post Green falls within Dorset.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Post Green?
Regionally, 16.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Post Green?
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Dorset typically range from 12 to 24 months — and in some areas longer. Private treatment has no waiting list and usually begins within weeks of consultation.
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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