NHS Treatment in St Augustines at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.9% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of 1,736 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Chesterfield Orthodontics, Chesterfield — under a mile; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Parkside Community School — 0.4 miles Outwood Academy Hasland Hall — 1.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 11 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.7% 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 St Augustines
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of St Augustines, 14 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 0.3 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, 0.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 0.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (122 reviews) |
| CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRESheffield | 8.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| Refine Specialist Dental CareAlfreton | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (96 reviews) |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 10.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (82 reviews) |
| Smile9 - Invisalign SheffieldSheffield | 10.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (164 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEMansfield | 11.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to St Augustines with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield, 0.3 miles north; the next are Sheffield (8.4 miles north) and Alfreton (9.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield | 1 | 0.3 miles north |
| Sheffield | 4 | 8.4 miles north |
| Alfreton | 1 | 9.3 miles south |
| Nether Edge | 1 | 10.0 miles north |
| Mansfield | 1 | 11.2 miles south-east |
| Mansfield Woodhouse | 1 | 11.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of St Augustines
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Chesterfield Orthodontics (5.0 from 122 reviews), 0.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield OrthodonticsChesterfield | 5.0 (122 reviews) | 0.3 miles north |
| Sheffield Smiles Dental & Implant CentreSheffield | 5.0 (120 reviews) | 13.2 miles north |
| Space DentalCatcliffe | 4.9 (463 reviews) | 11.5 miles north |
| The Orthodontic Centre, SheffieldNether Edge | 4.8 (82 reviews) | 10.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from St Augustines, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 5.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chesterfield Orthodontics, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 11 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around St Augustines are commissioned by NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in St Augustines follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS vs Private Fees in St Augustines
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Going private for the same metal braces in St Augustines costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in St Augustines
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 Derbyshire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Orthodontic practices in and around St Augustines vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. St Augustines's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 18.8% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,736 residents in the neighbourhood around St Augustines, 7.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Derbyshire. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to St Augustines is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 11 miles away. St Augustines is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 21.9% of St Augustines's population at under 16. Families in St Augustines are served by secondary schools including Parkside Community School (0.4 miles) and Outwood Academy Hasland Hall (1.3 miles). 6 secondary schools are within three miles. St Augustines has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in St Augustines itself. The nearest recorded are Chesterfield Orthodontics, under a mile away; Smile Care Centre in Walton, under a mile away; and Brimington Dental Practice in Staveley, about 2 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in St Augustines?
Many patients in Derbyshire 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in St Augustines
Many patients in St Augustines are surprised they don't automatically qualify for NHS braces. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Derbyshire to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
What If You Don't Qualify for NHS Treatment?
If your IOTN score falls below the threshold for NHS funding, private orthodontic treatment is fully available with no eligibility criteria and no waiting list. This means you can start treatment within weeks of your consultation, with full choice of brace type — metal, ceramic, aligner, or lingual — rather than being limited to NHS metal braces.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in St Augustines
For many families in St Augustines, 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. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in St Augustines
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 St Augustines
Where is the nearest orthodontist to St Augustines?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to St Augustines is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 0.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Smile Care Centre (0.3 miles) and Ferndale House Dental Practice (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near St Augustines?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of St Augustines, 14 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near St Augustines?
The nearest practice to St Augustines that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chesterfield Orthodontics, about 0.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include CRYSTAL PEAKS ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (8.4 miles) and Refine Specialist Dental Care (9.3 miles).
Which county covers St Augustines?
St Augustines falls within Derbyshire.
What kind of area is St Augustines?
By ONS classification, St Augustines falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is St Augustines compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, St Augustines is more deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in St Augustines?
St Augustines sits within NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What type of brace does the NHS provide?
NHS braces are almost always metal fixed braces. Ceramic, lingual, or clear aligner treatment is not available on the NHS. If you want a less visible option, private orthodontics is required.
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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