Braces in Putson at a Glance
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
|---|---|
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of 1,421 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Hereford Church of England Academy — 0.8 miles The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School — 1.7 miles |
| Nearest practice listing fixed braces | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 1.7 miles |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — under a mile; 3 within 10 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Access within Herefordshire | 11th closest to a practice of 503 places in the county; the county median is 8.1 miles |
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 offering braces near Putson
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Putson, 9 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 0.8 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions fixed braces is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, 1.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 1.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 15.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| Diana Pana DentistGloucester | 23.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | – |
| Dr Naiz KhanGloucester | 23.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (70 reviews) |
| St.James DentalQuedgeley | 23.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (373 reviews) |
| The Limes Dental Practice, GloucesterGloucester | 23.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (208 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Putson with practices offering braces
The closest town with practices offering braces is Hereford, 1.7 miles north; the next are Monmouth (15.8 miles south) and Gloucester (23.5 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 1 | 1.7 miles north |
| Monmouth | 1 | 15.8 miles south |
| Gloucester | 3 | 23.5 miles south-east |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 23.5 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 Putson
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford (4.9 from 146 reviews), 1.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 1.7 miles north |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.9 (108 reviews) | 15.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and versatile orthodontic treatments available. Residents of Putson have a genuine choice of brace type, and the best option is the one matched to your clinical needs. Their constant, controlled force is why they remain first choice for significant bite problems. Simple cases can finish inside a year; more involved corrections run longer.
Picking the Right Orthodontist in Putson
Before choosing a Putson practice, check the fee is genuinely all-inclusive — records, adjustments, retainers and emergency visits — and that you're given a written breakdown, not just a headline price.
Specialist orthodontists hold the MOrth qualification — three years of postgraduate training beyond dental school — and are worth it for complex cases; a trained general dentist can be a good fit for straightforward crowding.
Funding Your Braces in Putson
NHS orthodontics in Putson is available to under-18s who meet the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) threshold, where treatment is free of charge and usually provided as metal fixed braces. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. NHS orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Going private removes the waiting list and widens the choice of brace type. Expect roughly £1,500–£3,500 for metal in Putson, more for ceramic and lingual — always confirm retainers are included in the quote.
Local Context for Putson
Not every practice near Putson offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Putson — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 17.4% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,421 residents in the neighbourhood around Putson, 7.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Putson has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Putson are The Hereford Church of England Academy (0.8 miles) and The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School (1.7 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Putson's Local Authority. By national deprivation ranking, Putson is roughly mid-table for England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Putson. The nearest we do hold are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, under a mile away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 16 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 17 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made. Private treatment can usually begin within a few weeks of the initial consultation.
As a guide, private brace in Putson usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Many practices offer 0% or low-interest payment plans spread over 12 to 24 months.
Teenage Orthodontic Treatment in Putson
The teenage years are the optimal window for orthodontic treatment for most patients in Putson. Each option carries different implications for compliance, aesthetics and cost. Getting the timing and treatment type right makes a real difference to outcomes.
Teen Orthodontics in Putson — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made. That's a significant period when timing matters.
Orthodontic Conditions in Putson
What looks like a purely cosmetic issue often carries real functional consequences. They affect chewing, speech and long-term dental health, not just appearance. Recognising which problem you have makes the treatment conversation far clearer.
Orthodontic Issues Seen in Putson
The problems below cover the great majority of cases assessed in Putson, from the very common to the more complex.
Jaw Problems & Treatment in Putson
Some bite problems come from the jaws themselves, not just the teeth. Patients in Putson with jaw pain, significant bite issues or visible asymmetry should seek specialist assessment. Many of these conditions are treatable, and early diagnosis improves outcomes.
Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery
Orthognathic surgery repositions one or both jaws to correct skeletal discrepancies that orthodontics alone cannot address. Performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) under general anaesthetic, it is combined with 12-18 months of orthodontic treatment before and after the surgical procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions — Braces in Putson
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Putson?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Putson is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 0.8 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (1.0 miles) and Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (1.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Putson?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Putson, 9 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get braces near Putson?
The nearest practice to Putson that mentions fixed braces is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 1.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre (15.8 miles) and Diana Pana Dentist (23.5 miles).
What kind of area is Putson?
By ONS classification, Putson falls under urban: Further from a major town or city.
What county is Putson in?
Putson falls within Herefordshire.
How many families live in Putson?
Around 17.4% of Putson's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
How many schools are in Putson's area?
There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Putson's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
Am I eligible for NHS braces in Putson?
NHS braces in Putson are primarily for patients under 18 who meet the IOTN (Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need) threshold. Adults are rarely eligible unless there is a severe functional or medical need. A GP or dentist referral is the usual starting point.
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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