NHS Treatment in Queen's Gate at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS West and North London 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 | 10.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.8% of 1,562 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Moira Wong Orthodontics, London — under a mile; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Holland Park School — 0.6 miles The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 9.4% 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 Queen's Gate
On our practice register: 87 practices within 5 miles of Queen's Gate, 190 practices within 10 and 371 practices within 20. The closest is Moira Wong Orthodontics in London, 0.2 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Moira Wong Orthodontics, 0.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moira Wong OrthodonticsLondon | 0.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (79 reviews) |
| Queens Gate OrthodonticsBattersea | 0.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (178 reviews) |
| Artiste Studios - L'OrthodontisteShepherds Bush | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (69 reviews) |
| ARTISTE STUDIOS - L'ORTHODONTISTELondon | 1.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental StudiosShepherds Bush | 1.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (218 reviews) |
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 1.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (607 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Queen's Gate with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is London, 0.2 miles north; the next are Battersea (0.6 miles south-east) and Shepherds Bush (1.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 | 0.2 miles north |
| Battersea | 2 | 0.6 miles south-east |
| Shepherds Bush | 3 | 1.5 miles west |
| Fulham | 2 | 1.7 miles south |
| Soho | 1 | 2.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Queen's Gate
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fulham Road Dental - Fulham Dentist (5.0 from 607 reviews), 1.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulham Road Dental - Fulham DentistFulham | 5.0 (607 reviews) | 1.7 miles south |
| Dr Chaw-Su Kyi | West London Orthodontist Cosmetic Dental StudiosShepherds Bush | 5.0 (218 reviews) | 1.6 miles west |
| Boston Orthodontics BelgraviaBattersea | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 1.8 miles east |
| Chelsea and Fulham DentistFulham | 4.9 (764 reviews) | 1.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Queen's Gate, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Moira Wong Orthodontics, London, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 4 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Queen's Gate are commissioned by NHS West and North London 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 Queen's Gate focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Queen's Gate plan around realistic waiting times.
How the NHS Route Works in Queen's Gate
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Queen's Gate 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 Queen's Gate.
- 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 vs Private Fees in Queen's Gate
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Queen's Gate 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 Orthodontic Access in Queen's Gate
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 Greater London differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Queen's Gate vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. By national deprivation ranking, Queen's Gate sits among the less deprived areas of England. Census 2021 counts 1,562 residents in the neighbourhood around Queen's Gate, 4.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Greater London. The nearest university dental hospital to Queen's Gate is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Queen's Gate is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS West and North London Integrated Care Board. Queen's Gate's under-16 share, 10.2%, is below the typical level. Secondary-age pupils near Queen's Gate attend schools such as Holland Park School (0.6 miles) and The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School (1.0 miles). 33 secondary schools are within three miles. Queen's Gate's Local Authority has 70 schools educating 23,241 pupils (DfE data). With 87 orthodontic practices within five miles, Queen's Gate is better served than 99% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Queen's Gate itself. The closest on record are Moira Wong Orthodontics in London, under a mile away; Queens Gate Orthodontics in Battersea, under a mile away; and The Kensington Clinic in Notting Hill, under a mile 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Queen's Gate
Children's orthodontics in Queen's Gate covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Queen's Gate increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Queen's Gate
Children in Queen's Gate who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Queen's Gate
Many patients in Queen's Gate are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Greater London to decide who receives funded treatment. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
Eligibility in Queen's Gate — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Greater London differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Queen's Gate
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Queen's Gate?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Queen's Gate is Moira Wong Orthodontics in London, about 0.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Mary Lo, Specialist Orthodontist (0.5 miles) and Queens Gate Orthodontics (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Queen's Gate?
Our register has 87 practices within 5 miles of Queen's Gate, 190 practices within 10 miles and 371 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Queen's Gate?
The nearest practice to Queen's Gate that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Moira Wong Orthodontics in London, about 0.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Queens Gate Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Artiste Studios - L'Orthodontiste (1.5 miles).
How deprived is Queen's Gate compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Queen's Gate is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which county covers Queen's Gate?
Queen's Gate falls within Greater London.
Which towns are close to Queen's Gate?
Nearby towns include Earls Court, Courtfield, Notting Hill Gate.
How many pupils are in Queen's Gate's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 70 schools and 23,241 pupils across Queen's Gate's Local Authority.
Can adults access NHS orthodontics in Queen's Gate?
Very limited in Greater London — 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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