NHS Treatment in Tattenham Corner 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 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,553 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Epsom Orthodontics, Epsom — 1.9 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Beacon School — 1.1 miles Rosebery School — 2.1 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — about 15 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.5% 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 Tattenham Corner
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Tattenham Corner, 72 practices within 10 and 305 practices within 20. The closest is Epsom Orthodontics, 1.9 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Epsom Orthodontics, 1.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epsom OrthodonticsEpsom | 1.9 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (162 reviews) |
| Epsom Smiles Dental PracticeEpsom | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (141 reviews) |
| Epsom Dental CentreEpsom | 2.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (398 reviews) |
| Ewell OrthodonticsEwell | 3.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (379 reviews) |
| Sutton OrthodonticsSutton | 3.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (321 reviews) |
| SUTTON ORTHODONTIC PRACTICESutton | 3.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tattenham Corner with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Epsom, 1.9 miles north-west; the next are Ewell (3.5 miles north) and Sutton (3.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Epsom | 3 | 1.9 miles north-west |
| Ewell | 1 | 3.5 miles north |
| Sutton | 3 | 3.6 miles north-east |
| Leatherhead | 1 | 4.0 miles west |
| Coulsdon | 2 | 4.6 miles east |
| Worcester Park | 1 | 4.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tattenham Corner
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ewell Orthodontics (5.0 from 379 reviews), 3.5 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ewell OrthodonticsEwell | 5.0 (379 reviews) | 3.5 miles north |
| Reigate Specialist Orthodontic PracticeRedhill | 5.0 (141 reviews) | 4.9 miles south |
| Epsom Dental CentreEpsom | 4.9 (398 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-west |
| 72 DentalCoulsdon | 4.8 (675 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Tattenham Corner, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 1.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Epsom Orthodontics, 1.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London, about 15 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Tattenham Corner 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 Tattenham Corner focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Tattenham Corner?
Many patients in Surrey 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.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Tattenham Corner
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Going private for the same metal braces in Tattenham Corner costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Tattenham Corner
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.
There's no orthodontist on record in Tattenham Corner itself; the nearest dentist, Bupa Dental Care, is about a mile away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Tattenham Corner's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,553 residents in Tattenham Corner's census neighbourhood, below the 7.6% average across Surrey. The nearest university dental hospital to Tattenham Corner is Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Tattenham Corner — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Tattenham Corner's under-16 share sits at 15.6%, per the 2021 Census. The closest secondary schools to Tattenham Corner are The Beacon School (1.1 miles) and Rosebery School (2.1 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Tattenham Corner has 23 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Tattenham Corner. The closest on record are Zen House Dental Banstead, about 2 miles away; Epsom Orthodontics, about 2 miles away; and Quadrant Dental Practice in Ewell, about 2 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.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Tattenham Corner
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across Surrey to decide who receives funded treatment. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Tattenham Corner.
Eligibility in Tattenham Corner — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Surrey are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Tattenham Corner
Children's orthodontics in Tattenham Corner covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. 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.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Tattenham Corner
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 Tattenham Corner
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tattenham Corner?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tattenham Corner is Epsom Orthodontics, about 1.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Zen House Dental Banstead (1.9 miles) and Alan Wilson Dentistry (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tattenham Corner?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Tattenham Corner, 72 practices within 10 miles and 305 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tattenham Corner?
The nearest practice to Tattenham Corner that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Epsom Orthodontics, about 1.9 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Epsom Smiles Dental Practice (2.0 miles) and Epsom Dental Centre (2.2 miles).
How deprived is Tattenham Corner compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Tattenham Corner is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What kind of area is Tattenham Corner?
By ONS classification, Tattenham Corner falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How many families live in Tattenham Corner?
15.6% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What county is Tattenham Corner in?
Tattenham Corner falls within Surrey.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes, at any point — even while still on the NHS list. Plenty of patients do this to skip the wait or get access to ceramic or aligner options; you don't have to formally withdraw first, though it's polite 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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