NHS Treatment in Stathern at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 | 17.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of 1,638 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | MELTON ORTHODONTICS, Melton Mowbray — 7.3 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Priory Belvoir Academy — 5.1 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.5% 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 Stathern
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Stathern; 9 practices within 10 and 67 practices within 20. The closest is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, 7.0 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is MELTON ORTHODONTICS, 7.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELTON ORTHODONTICSMelton Mowbray | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| Elegant Smiles GranthamGrantham | 8.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (231 reviews) |
| The Maltings Dental PracticeGrantham | 9.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (245 reviews) |
| Dental Health & Implant Centre GranthamGrantham | 9.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (299 reviews) |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 11.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (642 reviews) |
| Netherfield Smile CentreGedling | 11.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (899 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stathern with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Melton Mowbray, 7.3 miles south; the next are Grantham (8.9 miles east) and Burton Joyce (11.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Melton Mowbray | 1 | 7.3 miles south |
| Grantham | 3 | 8.9 miles east |
| Burton Joyce | 1 | 11.0 miles north-west |
| Gedling | 1 | 11.2 miles north-west |
| Ruddington | 1 | 11.3 miles west |
| West Bridgford | 1 | 11.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Stathern
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Westdale Dental in Nottingham (4.9 from 730 reviews), 13.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westdale DentalNottingham | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 13.2 miles north-west |
| Pear Tree DentalBurton Joyce | 4.9 (642 reviews) | 11.0 miles north-west |
| The Campbell ClinicRuddington | 4.9 (378 reviews) | 11.3 miles west |
| Pure OrthodonticsNottingham | 4.9 (242 reviews) | 13.6 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Stathern, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bingham Dental, 6.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is MELTON ORTHODONTICS, Melton Mowbray, 7.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Stathern are commissioned by NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 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 Stathern focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Leicestershire.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Stathern
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Private treatment in Stathern 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 Stathern
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 Leicestershire differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Stathern has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Bingham Dental — is about 7 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Stathern falls in a less deprived area than most of England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22% of local 5-year-olds. Census 2021 counts 1,638 residents in the neighbourhood around Stathern, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.8% average across Leicestershire. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Stathern sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 17.6% of Stathern's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Stathern are The Priory Belvoir Academy (5.1 miles). Stathern has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Stathern itself. The closest on record are Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, about 7 miles away; Elegant Smiles Grantham, about 9 miles away; and Pear Tree Dental in Burton Joyce, about 11 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 Stathern
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Stathern runs like this:
- 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 Stathern.
- 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Stathern?
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.
Private Alternatives If You're Not NHS-Eligible in Stathern
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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Stathern
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Understanding the difference between monitoring, interceptive and definitive treatment helps parents navigate it. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Stathern
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Stathern
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stathern?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stathern is Belvoir Clinical Dental Laboratory in Melton Mowbray, about 7.0 miles to the south. The next closest are High Street Dental Care (7.3 miles) and Melton Orthodontics Specialist Practice (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stathern?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Stathern, 9 practices within 10 miles and 67 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Melton Mowbray, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stathern?
The nearest practice to Stathern that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is MELTON ORTHODONTICS in Melton Mowbray, about 7.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Elegant Smiles Grantham (8.9 miles) and The Maltings Dental Practice (9.5 miles).
What is the population of Stathern?
Stathern has a population of around 728.
What NHS area is Stathern in for dental services?
Stathern sits within NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How deprived is Stathern compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Stathern is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Stathern's area?
OHID figures for this ICB show 22% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
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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