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NHS Treatment in Swine at a Glance

NHS dental servicesNHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1614.5% (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.6% of 1,703 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Nearest practice listing NHSCosmetic and Family Dentistry, Kingston upon Hull — 4.2 miles; 9 within 10 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsLift Kingswood — 2.1 miles
Winifred Holtby Academy — 2.4 miles
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Daily activities limited by health19.8% 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 Swine

On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Swine, 12 practices within 10 and 19 practices within 20. The closest is Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Kingston upon Hull, 4.2 miles south-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, 4.2 miles south-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSPrivateGoogle rating
Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull4.2 miles south-west✓✓4.9 (213 reviews)
BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull5.1 miles south-west✓✓4.9 (223 reviews)
TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS HULLKingston upon Hull5.4 miles south-west✓––
543 Dental Centre LimitedSaint Andrews Quay6.2 miles south-west✓✓4.6 (1,202 reviews)
Spring Dental PracticeKingston upon Hull6.2 miles south-west✓✓4.7 (186 reviews)
Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay6.4 miles south-west✓✓4.9 (590 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Swine with practices listing NHS orthodontics

The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Kingston upon Hull, 4.2 miles south-west; the next are Saint Andrews Quay (6.2 miles south-west) and Beverley (6.5 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Kingston upon Hull54.2 miles south-west
Saint Andrews Quay36.2 miles south-west
Beverley16.5 miles north-west
Brough112.9 miles south-west
York116.1 miles west
Cleethorpes119.0 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 Swine

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Night and Day Emergency Dentist Hull in Saint Andrews Quay (4.9 from 590 reviews), 6.4 miles south-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay4.9 (590 reviews)6.4 miles south-west
Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Brough LimitedBrough4.9 (511 reviews)12.9 miles south-west
BritasiaDoctors LimitedKingston upon Hull4.9 (223 reviews)5.1 miles south-west
Cosmetic and Family DentistryKingston upon Hull4.9 (213 reviews)4.2 miles south-west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

The NHS route from Swine, step by step

StepWhere it is from here
1. Your dentist screensThe nearest general dentist on our register is Dental Logic, 7.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer.
2. The NHS orthodontic practiceThe nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, Kingston upon Hull, 4.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract.
3. Who commissions itNHS dental services around Swine are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.

NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.

For families in Swine, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. Understanding its limits helps families in Swine plan around realistic waiting times.

NHS Orthodontic Access in Swine

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 East Riding of Yorkshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.

Practices serving Swine differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Swine's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,703 residents in Swine's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across East Riding of Yorkshire. NHS dental commissioning in Swine falls under NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. Swine is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Swine's under-16 share sits at 14.5%, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Swine are Lift Kingswood (2.1 miles) and Winifred Holtby Academy (2.4 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Swine's Local Authority area covers 157 schools and 45,532 pupils, according to DfE figures. There is no orthodontist on our records in Swine itself. The closest on record are Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Kingston upon Hull, about 4 miles away; Cottingham Dental Practice in Skidby, about 6 miles away; and 543 Dental Centre Limited in Saint Andrews Quay, about 6 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 Swine

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 Swine costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.

Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Swine

From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Swine runs like this:

  1. Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
  2. Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Swine.
  3. Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
  4. Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
  5. Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
  6. Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.

Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Swine

Orthodontic problems in children are often best identified early. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.

NHS Treatment for Children in Swine

Eligible children under 18 in Swine 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.

Orthodontic Eligibility in Swine

Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Swine comes down to a structured assessment. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Swine.

Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Swine

Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Swine. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.

Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Swine

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Swine?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Swine is Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Kingston upon Hull, about 4.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are BritasiaDoctors Limited (5.1 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS HULL (5.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Swine?

Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Swine, 12 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Swine?

The nearest practice to Swine that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Kingston upon Hull, about 4.2 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include BritasiaDoctors Limited (5.1 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS HULL (5.4 miles).

Which towns are close to Swine?

Nearby towns include Mile House, Long Riston, Ganstead.

Is Swine rural or urban?

By ONS classification, Swine falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.

What county is Swine in?

Swine falls within East Riding of Yorkshire.

What NHS area is Swine in for dental services?

Swine sits within NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.

What if the NHS wait is too long?

Private orthodontic treatment removes the waiting list entirely. It offers the same clinical outcomes with greater choice of brace type and typically a more personalised experience — at higher cost than the NHS charge.

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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TitleGetting NHS Braces in Swine | Waiting Lists & Eligibility
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified20 October 2026
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