NHS Treatment in Soake at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight 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 | 21.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.5% of 2,862 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Southsea Orthodontics, Waterlooville — 1.1 miles; 10 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Cowplain School — 1.1 miles Oaklands Catholic School — 1.9 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.1% 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 Soake
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Soake, 24 practices within 10 and 74 practices within 20. The closest is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, 1.1 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Southsea Orthodontics, 1.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southsea OrthodonticsWaterlooville | 1.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (136 reviews) |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 4.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (283 reviews) |
| DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTREFareham | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| ORTHODONTICA LIMITEDFareham | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 5.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (335 reviews) |
| Victoria Dental PracticeSouthsea | 7.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (36 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Soake with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Waterlooville, 1.1 miles south-east; the next are Havant (4.1 miles south-east) and Fareham (5.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville | 1 | 1.1 miles south-east |
| Havant | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Fareham | 3 | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Southsea | 2 | 7.1 miles south |
| Gosport | 1 | 8.0 miles south-west |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 8.9 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Soake
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre in Lee-on-the-Solent (5.0 from 36 reviews), 8.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 8.9 miles south-west |
| VIDA DentistryFareham | 4.9 (335 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Contour OrthodontistsWinchester | 4.9 (76 reviews) | 9.3 miles north-east |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 4.8 (283 reviews) | 4.1 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 Soake, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is DS Dental Studio, 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 Southsea Orthodontics, Waterlooville, 1.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Soake are commissioned by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Soake 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. Understanding its limits helps families in Soake plan around realistic waiting times.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Soake
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Soake 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 Soake
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 Hampshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Soake has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — DS Dental Studio — is about a mile away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. National deprivation data ranks Soake among England's less deprived areas. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.5% of the 2,862 residents in Soake's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Soake is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Soake's under-16 share sits at 21.1%, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Soake are The Cowplain School (1.1 miles) and Oaklands Catholic School (1.9 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. Soake has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Soake itself. The nearest recorded are Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about a mile away; Hampshire Endodontics, Havant, about 4 miles away; and Coast Dental Health in Portsmouth, 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Soake
For eligible patients in Soake, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- 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 Soake.
- 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Soake
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Hampshire apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
How Eligibility Is Scored
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout Hampshire.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Soake
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Soake
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Soake?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Soake is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 1.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Belgrave House Dental Practice (1.5 miles) and Hampshire Endodontics, Havant (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Soake?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Soake, 24 practices within 10 miles and 74 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Soake?
The nearest practice to Soake that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Southsea Orthodontics in Waterlooville, about 1.1 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Magnolia House Dental Practice (4.1 miles) and DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (5.8 miles).
What towns are near Soake?
Honeywood Mews, Wecock, Furzeley Corner are within easy reach of Soake.
Which NHS body covers Soake for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Soake falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
How many families live in Soake?
Around 21.1% of Soake's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which county covers Soake?
Soake falls within Hampshire.
What does NHS orthodontic treatment include?
A standard NHS course covers the specialist assessment, all adjustment appointments, the brace itself, de-bonding, and retainers — all as one 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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