NHS Treatment in The Chart 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of 1,371 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Eustace Dental & Implant Clinic, Sevenoaks — 7 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oxted School — 1.9 miles Charles Darwin School — 4.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Guy's Hospital Dental Institute, London — about 18 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.5% 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 The Chart
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of The Chart; 33 practices within 10 and 206 practices within 20. The closest is Halo Dental in Sevenoaks, 6.4 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Eustace Dental & Implant Clinic, 7.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eustace Dental & Implant ClinicSevenoaks | 7.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (319 reviews) |
| Saint Faith Dental ClinicEast Grinstead | 8.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (314 reviews) |
| Kings Dental CareEast Grinstead | 8.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (57 reviews) |
| EAST GRINSTEAD ORTHODONTICEast Grinstead | 8.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – |
| SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS LTDOrpington | 8.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
| SIMPLY ORTHODONTICSOrpington | 8.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Chart with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Sevenoaks, 7.0 miles east; the next are East Grinstead (8.5 miles south) and Orpington (8.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Sevenoaks | 1 | 7.0 miles east |
| East Grinstead | 3 | 8.5 miles south |
| Orpington | 4 | 8.8 miles north |
| Coulsdon | 2 | 9.1 miles north-west |
| South Croydon | 1 | 9.7 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 The Chart
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is MFA Dental Practice in Orpington (4.9 from 574 reviews), 9.3 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| MFA Dental PracticeOrpington | 4.9 (574 reviews) | 9.3 miles north |
| 72 DentalCoulsdon | 4.8 (675 reviews) | 9.1 miles north-west |
| Eustace Dental & Implant ClinicSevenoaks | 4.8 (319 reviews) | 7.0 miles east |
| Kings Dental CareEast Grinstead | 4.8 (57 reviews) | 8.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from The Chart, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Green Street Green Dental Practice, 7.6 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eustace Dental & Implant Clinic, Sevenoaks, 7 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 18 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around The Chart 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.
NHS orthodontics in The Chart 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. Understanding its limits helps families in The Chart plan around realistic waiting times.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in The Chart
The NHS pathway in The Chart 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 The Chart.
- 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 vs Private Fees in The Chart
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 The Chart 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 The Chart
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 Surrey are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering The Chart — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By national deprivation ranking, The Chart is roughly mid-table for England. In the census neighbourhood around The Chart, 6.4% of the 1,371 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 7.6% average across Surrey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Chart is about 18 miles from Guy's Hospital Dental Institute in London. NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in The Chart. The Chart's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 16.3% of the local population is under 16. Secondary-age pupils near The Chart attend schools such as Oxted School (1.9 miles) and Charles Darwin School (4.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of The Chart; the nearest is about 6 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in The Chart itself. The nearest recorded are Halo Dental in Sevenoaks, about 6 miles away; Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead, about 8 miles away; and SIMPLY ORTHODONTICS LTD in Orpington, about 9 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in The Chart
For many families in The Chart, 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. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in The Chart
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
NHS Brace Eligibility in The Chart
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in The Chart comes down to a structured assessment. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Surrey apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in The Chart — Local Context
Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Surrey differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in The Chart
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Chart?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Chart is Halo Dental in Sevenoaks, about 6.4 miles to the east. The next closest are JR Dental Practice (6.5 miles) and Buckhurst House (6.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Chart?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of The Chart, 33 practices within 10 miles and 206 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Sevenoaks, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Chart?
The nearest practice to The Chart that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eustace Dental & Implant Clinic in Sevenoaks, about 7.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Saint Faith Dental Clinic (8.5 miles) and Kings Dental Care (8.8 miles).
How many families live in The Chart?
Census data puts 16.3% of The Chart's population at under 16.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in The Chart?
The Chart sits within NHS Surrey and Sussex Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is The Chart?
By ONS classification, The Chart falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is The Chart compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, The Chart is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
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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