NHS Treatment in The Rise at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Thames Valley 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 | 22.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.9% of 1,612 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Crown House Dental Practice, Egham — 4.4 miles; 14 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Charters School — 0.7 miles Gordon's School — 3.9 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, London — about 24 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.8% 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 The Rise
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of The Rise, 61 practices within 10 and 231 practices within 20. The closest is Sunninghill Clinic, 0.7 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Crown House Dental Practice, 4.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown House Dental PracticeEgham | 4.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (188 reviews) |
| Old Windsor Dental PracticeWindsor | 4.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (68 reviews) |
| Wildridings Dental PracticeBracknell | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (26 reviews) |
| Smile Rooms WindsorWindsor | 5.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (515 reviews) |
| Cygnet OrthodonticsStaines | 5.9 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (83 reviews) |
| Sync Dental GuildfordKnaphill | 6.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (662 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Rise with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Egham, 4.4 miles north-east; the next are Windsor (4.8 miles north-east) and Bracknell (5.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Egham | 1 | 4.4 miles north-east |
| Windsor | 2 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Bracknell | 1 | 5.3 miles west |
| Staines | 2 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Knaphill | 1 | 6.0 miles south |
| Woking | 2 | 6.5 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 The Rise
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Academy Dental Care in Sandhurst (5.0 from 413 reviews), 7.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Dental CareSandhurst | 5.0 (413 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-west |
| York House Dental Practice - West Byfleet, SurreyWest Byfleet | 5.0 (319 reviews) | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Heathwood Dental PracticeCrowthorne | 5.0 (67 reviews) | 7.0 miles west |
| Smile Rooms WindsorWindsor | 4.9 (515 reviews) | 5.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from The Rise, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Sunningdale Dental Practice, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crown House Dental Practice, Egham, 4.4 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 24 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around The Rise are commissioned by NHS Thames Valley 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 The Rise focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Access in The Rise
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving The Rise differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By national deprivation ranking, The Rise sits among the less deprived areas of England. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 9.9% of the 1,612 residents in The Rise's census neighbourhood, above the 8.1% average across Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Rise is about 24 miles from UCL Eastman Dental Hospital in London. For NHS dental services, The Rise falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, The Rise falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 22.8% of The Rise's residents are under 16. Families in The Rise are served by secondary schools including Charters School (0.7 miles) and Gordon's School (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 83 schools and 27,804 pupils in The Rise's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), The Rise has more choice than 60% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in The Rise itself. The nearest recorded are Sunninghill Clinic, under a mile away; Eledent Smiles in Ascot, about 2 miles away; and Crown House Dental Practice in Egham, about 4 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 Orthodontic Costs in The Rise
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 The Rise costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
The NHS Orthodontic Pathway in The Rise
For eligible patients in The Rise, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- 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 Rise.
- 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.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in The Rise
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. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
NHS Treatment for Children in The Rise
Eligible children under 18 in The Rise 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.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in The Rise?
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead apply the same national criteria consistently. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in The Rise — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in The Rise
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Rise?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Rise is Sunninghill Clinic, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Eledent Smiles (1.5 miles) and Ascot Dental Suite (2.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Rise?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of The Rise, 61 practices within 10 miles and 231 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Rise?
The nearest practice to The Rise that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crown House Dental Practice in Egham, about 4.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Old Windsor Dental Practice (4.8 miles) and Wildridings Dental Practice (5.3 miles).
How many pupils are in The Rise's Local Authority?
There are 83 schools and 27,804 pupils in The Rise's Local Authority area, per DfE data.
How deprived is The Rise compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, The Rise 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 The Rise?
ONS classifies The Rise as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in The Rise?
NHS dental commissioning in The Rise falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board.
What happens if I miss NHS appointments?
NHS contracts expect reasonable attendance, and repeatedly missing adjustments can get treatment discontinued since it extends the course and ties up scarce capacity. If attendance is genuinely difficult, tell the practice rather than just not showing up.
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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