NHS Treatment in Stock Green 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 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of 1,178 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank — 5.9 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ridgeway Secondary School — 4.9 miles St Augustine's Catholic High School — 5.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham — about 19 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% 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 Stock Green
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Stock Green; 20 practices within 10 and 104 practices within 20. The closest is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, 5.9 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, 5.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (134 reviews) |
| Webheath Dental PracticeRedditch | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (69 reviews) |
| PINNACLE ORTHODONTICSRedditch | 6.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 7.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (400 reviews) |
| Bromsgrove Dental ClinicBromsgrove | 7.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (115 reviews) |
| The Sweet Smile BromsgroveBromsgrove | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stock Green with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Astwood Bank, 5.9 miles north-east; the next are Redditch (6.3 miles north-east) and Bromsgrove (7.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Astwood Bank | 1 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Redditch | 2 | 6.3 miles north-east |
| Bromsgrove | 4 | 7.5 miles north |
| Evesham | 1 | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Hopwood | 1 | 12.8 miles north |
| Birmingham | 1 | 13.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Stock Green
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant Centre in Kidderminster (4.9 from 124 reviews), 13.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Comberton Dental Surgery & Implant CentreKidderminster | 4.9 (124 reviews) | 13.9 miles north-west |
| Crabbs Cross Dental SurgeryAstwood Bank | 4.8 (134 reviews) | 5.9 miles north-east |
| House of DentalHopwood | 4.7 (558 reviews) | 12.8 miles north |
| New Road DentalBromsgrove | 4.7 (400 reviews) | 7.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Stock Green, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 7.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery, Astwood Bank, 5.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham, about 19 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Stock Green 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 Stock Green funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Stock Green
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 Worcestershire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Practices serving Stock Green differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Stock Green sits close to the England average for deprivation. OHID data for this ICB shows 19.4% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. In the census neighbourhood around Stock Green, 5.1% of the 1,178 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Worcestershire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Stock Green is about 19 miles from Birmingham Dental Hospital in Birmingham. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Stock Green sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Stock Green has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.8% of residents are under 16. Families in Stock Green are served by secondary schools including Ridgeway Secondary School (4.9 miles) and St Augustine's Catholic High School (5.3 miles). Stock Green has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Stock Green. The nearest we do hold are Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 6 miles away; Pinnacle Orthodontics Ltd in Redditch, about 6 miles away; and New Road Dental in Bromsgrove, about 8 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 Stock Green?
Many patients in Worcestershire 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.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Stock Green
The NHS pathway in Stock Green 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 Stock Green.
- 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.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Stock Green
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. This guide explains how IOTN works, who qualifies, and what private options exist if you don't.
What Is IOTN?
The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the two-part scoring system orthodontists across Worcestershire use to decide whether a patient qualifies for NHS treatment.
Children's Orthodontics in Stock Green
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
NHS Treatment for Children in Stock Green
Eligible children under 18 in Stock Green are entitled to NHS orthodontic treatment free of charge. The process starts with a dentist IOTN assessment and formal referral to the local NHS orthodontic service.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Stock Green
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stock Green?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stock Green is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Pinnacle Orthodontics Ltd (6.3 miles) and Webheath Dental Practice (6.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stock Green?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Stock Green, 20 practices within 10 miles and 104 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Astwood Bank, 5.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stock Green?
The nearest practice to Stock Green that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crabbs Cross Dental Surgery in Astwood Bank, about 5.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Webheath Dental Practice (6.3 miles) and PINNACLE ORTHODONTICS (6.3 miles).
What towns are near Stock Green?
Nearby towns include North Piddle, Dormston, Shell.
Is Stock Green rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Stock Green falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which NHS body covers Stock Green for dental care?
Stock Green sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Stock Green?
Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How long is the NHS orthodontic wait in Stock Green?
Typically 12-24 months in Worcestershire, sometimes more depending on the area. Private treatment skips the list entirely, usually starting within weeks.
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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