NHS Treatment in Rearsby 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 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of 1,470 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Clearly Orthodontics, Leicester — 6.1 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wreake Valley Academy — 2.5 miles The Roundhill Academy — 4.0 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.1% 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 Rearsby
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Rearsby, 41 practices within 10 and 88 practices within 20. The closest is Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon, 5.0 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Clearly Orthodontics, 6.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearly OrthodonticsLeicester | 6.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (401 reviews) |
| The Windsor Dental PracticeLeicester | 6.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (261 reviews) |
| MELTON ORTHODONTICSMelton Mowbray | 6.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 6.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (457 reviews) |
| Willowbrook Dental Practice, LeicesterHumberstone | 6.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (163 reviews) |
| GOSAL ORTHODONTICS LTDLoughborough | 7.3 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rearsby with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leicester, 6.1 miles south; the next are Melton Mowbray (6.4 miles north-east) and Humberstone (6.9 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester | 6 | 6.1 miles south |
| Melton Mowbray | 1 | 6.4 miles north-east |
| Humberstone | 1 | 6.9 miles south-west |
| Loughborough | 3 | 7.3 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rearsby
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), 7.4 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Loughborough Orthodontic and Implant ClinicLoughborough | 5.0 (214 reviews) | 7.4 miles west |
| Doncaster Road Dental PracticeLeicester | 4.9 (457 reviews) | 6.6 miles south-west |
| 44 Dental CareLeicester | 4.9 (331 reviews) | 7.8 miles south-west |
| Willowbrook Dental Practice, LeicesterHumberstone | 4.8 (163 reviews) | 6.9 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 Rearsby, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 7.1 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, 6.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Rearsby 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.
For families in Rearsby, 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. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Rearsby?
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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Rearsby
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Equivalent private metal braces in Rearsby 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 Rearsby
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 Leicestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Not every practice near Rearsby offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Rearsby's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,470 residents in the neighbourhood around Rearsby, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Rearsby — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 18.2% of Rearsby's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Families in Rearsby are served by secondary schools including Wreake Valley Academy (2.5 miles) and The Roundhill Academy (4.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Rearsby has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Rearsby. The nearest recorded are Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon, about 5 miles away; Soar Valley Dental Practice in Barrow upon Soar, about 5 miles away; and Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 6 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Rearsby
Children's orthodontics in Rearsby 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. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Rearsby
Children in Rearsby 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Rearsby?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Leicestershire to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Rearsby.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Rearsby?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Rearsby 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 Rearsby
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rearsby?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rearsby is Lux Dental Loughborough in Quorndon, about 5.0 miles to the west. The next closest are Soar Valley Dental Practice (5.2 miles) and Clearly Orthodontics (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rearsby?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Rearsby, 41 practices within 10 miles and 88 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rearsby?
The nearest practice to Rearsby that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clearly Orthodontics in Leicester, about 6.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include The Windsor Dental Practice (6.3 miles) and MELTON ORTHODONTICS (6.4 miles).
How deprived is Rearsby compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Rearsby is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Rearsby?
NHS dental commissioning in Rearsby falls under NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board.
Which county covers Rearsby?
Rearsby is in Leicestershire.
Which towns are close to Rearsby?
Shoby, East Goscote, Barkby are within easy reach of Rearsby.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Ask your dentist for an orthodontic assessment — if the IOTN score clears the threshold, they refer you to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also take self-referrals directly.
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.
NHS Treatment Across Leicestershire
Explore nhs treatment information for other towns and cities in Leicestershire — all with dedicated local pages and online assessment access: