NHS Treatment in Stone Raise at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS North East and North Cumbria 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 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of 1,695 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Eden Dental Practice, Carlisle — 3.1 miles; 4 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St John Henry Newman Catholic School — 2.0 miles Caldew School — 2.0 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% 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 Stone Raise
On our practice register: 8 practices within 5 miles of Stone Raise, 8 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is York Place Dental in Carlisle, 2.6 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Eden Dental Practice, 3.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle | 3.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (65 reviews) |
| Spedding Dental ClinicCarlisle | 3.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (35 reviews) |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 4.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (37 reviews) |
| GRETNA DENTAL PRACTICEGretna | 12.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| 18/20 CHURCH STREETAnnan | 16.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stone Raise with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Carlisle, 3.1 miles north; the next are Gretna (12.0 miles north-west) and Annan (16.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carlisle | 4 | 3.1 miles north |
| Gretna | 1 | 12.0 miles north-west |
| Annan | 3 | 16.5 miles north-west |
| Cockermouth | 1 | 21.2 miles south-west |
| Lockerbie | 2 | 25.7 miles north-west |
| Lochmaben | 1 | 28.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Stone Raise
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smileville Orthodontics in Carlisle (5.0 from 37 reviews), 4.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smileville OrthodonticsCarlisle | 5.0 (37 reviews) | 4.1 miles north |
| Lismore House Dental PracticeCarlisle | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 3.8 miles north |
| Eden Dental PracticeCarlisle | 4.8 (65 reviews) | 3.1 miles north |
| Spedding Dental ClinicCarlisle | 4.7 (35 reviews) | 3.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Stone Raise, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Stricklandgate Dental Practice, 13.8 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eden Dental Practice, Carlisle, 3.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Stone Raise are commissioned by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Stone Raise, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in Stone Raise
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Stone Raise 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 Stone Raise.
- 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 Orthodontic Access in Stone Raise
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. How long NHS treatment takes to start in Cumbria depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Stone Raise. National deprivation data puts Stone Raise close to the England median. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.3% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.5% of the 1,695 residents in Stone Raise's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cumbria. Stone Raise — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 17.1% of Stone Raise's population at under 16. The closest secondary schools to Stone Raise are St John Henry Newman Catholic School (2.0 miles) and Caldew School (2.0 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Stone Raise's Local Authority area covers 177 schools and 39,502 pupils, according to DfE figures. With 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, Stone Raise is better served than 69% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Stone Raise itself. The closest on record are York Place Dental in Carlisle, about 3 miles away; GRETNA DENTAL PRACTICE, about 12 miles away; and Ghyllmount Dental in Penrith, about 14 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 Stone Raise
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Going private for the same metal braces in Stone Raise costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Children's Orthodontics in Stone Raise
Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Parents in Stone Raise increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Children's Orthodontics in Stone Raise — Local Context
Not every practice near Stone Raise offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Stone Raise's under-16 share sits at 17.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Stone Raise, 7.5% of the 1,695 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cumbria, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. The closest secondary schools to Stone Raise are St John Henry Newman Catholic School (2.0 miles) and Caldew School (2.0 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Stone Raise's Local Authority has 177 schools educating 39,502 pupils (DfE data). OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.3% of local 5-year-olds. Officially, Stone Raise is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Stone Raise sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Stone Raise's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. With 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, Stone Raise is better served than 69% of towns in England. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Stone Raise?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Stone Raise — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Cumbria depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Stone Raise
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stone Raise?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stone Raise is York Place Dental in Carlisle, about 2.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Eden Dental Practice (3.1 miles) and S & J Crown & Bridge limited. (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stone Raise?
Our register has 8 practices within 5 miles of Stone Raise, 8 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stone Raise?
The nearest practice to Stone Raise that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eden Dental Practice in Carlisle, about 3.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Spedding Dental Clinic (3.7 miles) and Lismore House Dental Practice (3.8 miles).
What kind of area is Stone Raise?
ONS classifies Stone Raise as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
Which NHS body covers Stone Raise for dental care?
Stone Raise sits within NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
How deprived is Stone Raise compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Stone Raise is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Stone Raise's area?
Regionally, 22.3% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Will I lose NHS eligibility if I turn 18 while waiting?
This is a real risk with long waiting lists. NHS orthodontic funding is age-sensitive, so a case that qualifies at 16 may be assessed differently once you turn 18. If you're close to 18 and eligible, ask your dentist about timescales — it can be a reason to consider private 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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