NHS Treatment in Rodd Hurst at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of 1,480 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 18.3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lady Hawkins' School — 4.4 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% 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 Rodd Hurst
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Rodd Hurst; 9 practices within 20. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 18.3 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, 18.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 18.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 18.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 18.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rodd Hurst
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 18.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 18.3 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 18.3 miles south-east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 18.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Rodd Hurst, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 6.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford, 18.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Rodd Hurst are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Rodd Hurst funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. 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.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Rodd Hurst
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 Herefordshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Rodd Hurst has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — mydentist — is about 6 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. By national deprivation ranking, Rodd Hurst is roughly mid-table for England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. In the census neighbourhood around Rodd Hurst, 6.6% of the 1,480 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Rodd Hurst — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 13.1% of Rodd Hurst's population at under 16, below the typical share. Secondary-age pupils near Rodd Hurst attend schools such as Lady Hawkins' School (4.4 miles). Rodd Hurst's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Rodd Hurst; the nearest is about 18 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Rodd Hurst itself. The nearest recorded are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 18 miles away; Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 30 miles away; and Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 30 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Rodd Hurst
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Rodd Hurst 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 Waiting Times in Rodd Hurst
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Rodd Hurst
For many families in Rodd Hurst, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
The Age-7 Assessment
British Orthodontic Society guidance points to age 7 for an assessment where there's a noticeable concern — by then most children have their first permanent molars and incisors through, which is enough for an orthodontist to judge jaw relationships, arch development, bite and likely future crowding.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Rodd Hurst?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Rodd Hurst — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Rodd Hurst
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rodd Hurst?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rodd Hurst is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 18.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (18.3 miles) and Willows Dentistry (18.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rodd Hurst?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Rodd Hurst, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 18.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rodd Hurst?
The nearest practice to Rodd Hurst that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 18.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (18.3 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (18.5 miles).
What county is Rodd Hurst in?
Rodd Hurst is in Herefordshire.
Which towns are close to Rodd Hurst?
Nearby towns include Horseway Head, Burcher, The Forge.
How many schools are in Rodd Hurst's area?
DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Rodd Hurst's Local Authority.
How deprived is Rodd Hurst compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Rodd Hurst is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Visit your dentist and ask for an orthodontic assessment. If your IOTN score meets the threshold, they will make a formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also accept self-referrals.
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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