NHS Treatment in Sollom at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria 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 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of 1,522 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Seventy One Dental, Leyland — 5.8 miles; 17 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tarleton Academy — 1.7 miles Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy — 2.6 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Preston Dental School, Preston — about 9 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% 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 Sollom
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Sollom; 30 practices within 10 and 123 practices within 20. The closest is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, 5.8 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Seventy One Dental, 5.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 5.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (671 reviews) |
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (814 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental PracticeLeyland | 6.0 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (227 reviews) |
| BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRKOrmskirk | 6.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Hoghton Street Dental PracticeSouthport | 7.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (378 reviews) |
| Southport OrthodonticsSouthport | 7.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Sollom with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Leyland, 5.8 miles east; the next are Ormskirk (6.7 miles south) and Southport (7.1 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Leyland | 3 | 5.8 miles east |
| Ormskirk | 1 | 6.7 miles south |
| Southport | 2 | 7.1 miles west |
| Preston | 5 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Lytham St Annes | 1 | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Chorley | 2 | 7.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Sollom
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Towngate Dental Practice in Leyland (5.0 from 814 reviews), 5.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Towngate Dental PracticeLeyland | 5.0 (814 reviews) | 5.9 miles east |
| Axis Podiatry LtdChorley | 5.0 (216 reviews) | 8.5 miles east |
| Circ DentalStandish | 5.0 (166 reviews) | 8.6 miles south-east |
| Seventy One DentalLeyland | 4.9 (671 reviews) | 5.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Sollom, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Parbold Dental Practice, 5.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Seventy One Dental, Leyland, 5.8 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 9 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Sollom are commissioned by NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Sollom focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Sollom plan around realistic waiting times.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Sollom
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 Lancashire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Sollom has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Parbold Dental Practice — is about 5 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Sollom falls in a less deprived area than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 26.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,522 residents in Sollom's census neighbourhood, above the 6.7% average across Lancashire. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Sollom is Preston Dental School in Preston, about 9 miles away. For NHS dental services, Sollom falls under NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Sollom is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. 15.2% of Sollom's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Sollom are Tarleton Academy (1.7 miles) and Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Sollom has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Sollom itself. The closest on record are Seventy One Dental in Leyland, about 6 miles away; BRIGHT ORTHODONTICS - ORMSKIRK, about 7 miles away; and Hoghton Street Dental Practice in Southport, about 7 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 Sollom
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Going private for the same metal braces in Sollom costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Waiting Times in Sollom
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Lancashire 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Sollom?
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Lancashire to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Private Alternatives If You're Not NHS-Eligible in Sollom
Patients who don't meet the IOTN threshold have several straightforward private options. A free photo assessment through Virtual Consultant Online is a quick first step to understand which treatments suit your case and what they typically cost locally — before committing to a paid in-person consultation.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Sollom
For many families in Sollom, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Sollom
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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Sollom
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Sollom?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Sollom is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, about 5.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Towngate Dental Practice (5.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Practice (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Sollom?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Sollom, 30 practices within 10 miles and 123 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Leyland, 5.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Sollom?
The nearest practice to Sollom that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Seventy One Dental in Leyland, about 5.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Towngate Dental Practice (5.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Practice (6.0 miles).
How many families live in Sollom?
15.2% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What kind of area is Sollom?
By ONS classification, Sollom falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
What towns are near Sollom?
Mere Brow, Tarleton, Becconsall are within easy reach of Sollom.
How deprived is Sollom compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Sollom is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How long does NHS treatment take?
18-24 months covers most moderate NHS cases, with complex cases running longer. Your orthodontist confirms a specific estimate after assessment.
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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