NHS Treatment in Queniborough at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of 1,847 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Clearly Orthodontics, Leicester — 4.5 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wreake Valley Academy — 1.0 miles The Roundhill Academy — 2.4 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 39 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% 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 Queniborough
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Queniborough, 44 practices within 10 and 82 practices within 20. The closest is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, 4.5 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Clearly Orthodontics, 4.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearly OrthodonticsLeicester | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (401 reviews) |
| The Windsor Dental PracticeLeicester | 4.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 5.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (457 reviews) |
| Willowbrook Dental Practice, LeicesterHumberstone | 5.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (163 reviews) |
| 44 Dental CareLeicester | 6.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (331 reviews) |
| Smiles by GurmsLeicester | 6.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 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 Queniborough with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leicester, 4.5 miles south; the next are Humberstone (5.3 miles south-west) and Loughborough (7.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 11 | 4.5 miles south |
| Humberstone | 1 | 5.3 miles south-west |
| Loughborough | 2 | 7.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Queniborough
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant Clinic (5.0 from 214 reviews), 7.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 5.0 (214 reviews) | 7.2 miles north-west |
| Bright Smiles Dental Practice - LeicesterLeicester | 5.0 (19 reviews) | 6.9 miles south-west |
| The Dental Wellness Centre - Invisalign LeicesterLeicester | 4.9 (542 reviews) | 7.0 miles south-west |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 4.9 (457 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Queniborough, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 5.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clearly Orthodontics, Leicester, 4.5 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 39 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Queniborough are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Queniborough funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Queniborough
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 Leicestershire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Queniborough. National deprivation data ranks Queniborough among England's less deprived areas. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Queniborough, 5.8% of the 1,847 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.8% average across Leicestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The nearest university dental hospital to Queniborough is Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, about 39 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Queniborough sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.8% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Queniborough attend schools such as Wreake Valley Academy (1.0 miles) and The Roundhill Academy (2.4 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Queniborough has more choice than 52% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Queniborough itself. The nearest recorded are Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 4 miles away; Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon, about 5 miles away; and Soar Valley Dental Practice in Barrow upon Soar, 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 Queniborough?
Many patients in Leicestershire 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Queniborough
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Queniborough 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.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Queniborough
Children's orthodontics in Queniborough covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Queniborough
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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Queniborough
Many patients in Queniborough are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Queniborough.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Queniborough?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Queniborough is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Queniborough
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Queniborough?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Queniborough is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 4.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Lux Dental Loughborough (4.6 miles) and The Windsor Dental Practice (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Queniborough?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Queniborough, 44 practices within 10 miles and 82 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Queniborough?
The nearest practice to Queniborough that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 4.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include The Windsor Dental Practice (4.7 miles) and Doncaster Road Dental Practice (5.0 miles).
What NHS area is Queniborough in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board.
How big is Queniborough?
Around 2,307 people live in Queniborough.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Queniborough?
OHID figures for this ICB show 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
How deprived is Queniborough compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Queniborough is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
Everything from the specialist assessment through adjustments, the brace, de-bonding and retainers is covered as a single course of 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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