NHS Treatment in Stonehill at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,274 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | iQ Braces & Faces, Woking — 2.8 miles; 16 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Woking High School — 2.2 miles The Bishop David Brown School — 2.3 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 22 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.3% 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 Stonehill
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Stonehill, 60 practices within 10 and 248 practices within 20. The closest is Bradstowe Dental Practice in Woking, 2.6 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is iQ Braces & Faces, 2.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iQ Braces & FacesWoking | 2.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (216 reviews) |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 2.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (319 reviews) |
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (444 reviews) |
| Sync Dental GuildfordKnaphill | 3.2 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (662 reviews) |
| Weybridge OrthodonticsWeybridge | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (186 reviews) |
| Crown House Dental PracticeEgham | 4.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Stonehill with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Woking, 2.8 miles south; the next are West Byfleet (2.8 miles south-east) and Knaphill (3.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Woking | 2 | 2.8 miles south |
| West Byfleet | 1 | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Knaphill | 1 | 3.2 miles south-west |
| Weybridge | 1 | 4.7 miles east |
| Egham | 1 | 4.9 miles north |
| Shepperton | 1 | 5.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Stonehill
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey (5.0 from 319 reviews), 2.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 2.8 miles south-east |
| Levitas Dental Clinic part of the Levitas Group (Formerly known as The Mews Dental)Guildford | 5.0 (87 reviews) | 7.9 miles south |
| Woodbridge Hill Dental Practice GuildfordGuildford | 4.9 (586 reviews) | 7.8 miles south |
| Woking Dental CareWoking | 4.9 (444 reviews) | 2.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Stonehill, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Ottershaw Dental Centre, 1.3 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is iQ Braces & Faces, Woking, 2.8 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London, about 22 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Stonehill are commissioned by NHS Surrey and Sussex 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 Stonehill focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. 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 Orthodontic Access in Stonehill
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 Surrey depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
No orthodontic practice covers Stonehill directly, though Ottershaw Dental Centre (about a mile away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Stonehill's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Census 2021 counts 1,274 residents in the neighbourhood around Stonehill, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. The nearest university dental hospital to Stonehill is UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Stonehill. ONS classifies Stonehill as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Stonehill's under-16 share sits at 20.3%, per the 2021 Census. Secondary-age pupils near Stonehill attend schools such as Woking High School (2.2 miles) and The Bishop David Brown School (2.3 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (11), Stonehill has more choice than 77% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Stonehill itself. The nearest recorded are Bradstowe Dental Practice in Woking, about 3 miles away; York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey, about 3 miles away; and Sync Dental Guildford in Knaphill, about 3 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 Stonehill
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Stonehill 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 Stonehill.
- 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.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Stonehill
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 Stonehill costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Stonehill
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Surrey to decide who receives funded treatment. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Stonehill — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Surrey depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Children's Orthodontics in Stonehill
For many families in Stonehill, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Treatment for Children in Stonehill
Eligible children under 18 in Stonehill 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 Stonehill
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Stonehill?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Stonehill is Bradstowe Dental Practice in Woking, about 2.6 miles to the south. The next closest are iQ Braces & Faces (2.8 miles) and York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Stonehill?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Stonehill, 60 practices within 10 miles and 248 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Stonehill?
The nearest practice to Stonehill that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is iQ Braces & Faces in Woking, about 2.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, Surrey (2.8 miles) and Woking Dental Care (2.9 miles).
Which towns are close to Stonehill?
Knowle Hill, Mimbridge, St Ann's Heath are within easy reach of Stonehill.
Is there a dentist near Stonehill?
There's no orthodontist based in Stonehill, though Ottershaw Dental Centre (about a mile away) is a general dentist who can carry out an initial assessment and refer on if needed.
What county is Stonehill in?
Stonehill falls within Surrey.
Which NHS body covers Stonehill for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Stonehill falls under NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes — you can start private treatment at any time, including while on an NHS waiting list. Many patients do this to avoid a long wait or to access ceramic or aligner options. You don't have to formally leave the NHS list first, though it's courteous to let the practice know.
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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