NHS Treatment in Rodd 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
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Rodd; 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
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, 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 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 funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS vs Private Fees in Rodd
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Rodd 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 Rodd
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 orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
There's no orthodontist on record in Rodd itself; the nearest dentist, mydentist, is about 6 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. National deprivation data puts Rodd close to the England median. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. In the census neighbourhood around Rodd, 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 is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Rodd has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.1% of residents are under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Rodd attend schools such as Lady Hawkins' School (4.4 miles). There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Rodd's Local Authority area, per DfE data. People in Rodd usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 18 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Rodd 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.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Rodd
The NHS pathway in Rodd is well-structured — here's what to expect at each stage:
- 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 Rodd.
- 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Rodd
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Rodd
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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Rodd
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Herefordshire 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 Rodd — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Herefordshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Rodd
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rodd?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rodd 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?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Rodd, 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?
The nearest practice to Rodd 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).
How many pupils are in Rodd's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Rodd's Local Authority.
Is Rodd rural or urban?
ONS classifies Rodd as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How deprived is Rodd compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Rodd is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many families live in Rodd?
Census data puts 13.1% of Rodd's population at under 16.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
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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