NHS Treatment in Todding at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire 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 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,839 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford — 22.4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wigmore School — 3.8 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% 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 Todding
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Todding. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 21.5 miles north. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, 22.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 22.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 22.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 23.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Broseley Dental Practice LtdBroseley | 23.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (153 reviews) |
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 23.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (131 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 23.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Todding with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Hereford, 22.4 miles south; the next are Broseley (23.4 miles north-east) and Shrewsbury (23.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 3 | 22.4 miles south |
| Broseley | 1 | 23.4 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury | 6 | 23.6 miles north |
| Ironbridge | 1 | 25.7 miles north-east |
| Telford | 1 | 26.7 miles north-east |
| Kidderminster | 1 | 26.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Todding, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 7.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre, Hereford, 22.4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Todding are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Todding follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Todding
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 Herefordshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
There's no orthodontist on record in Todding itself; the nearest dentist, mydentist, is about 8 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. National deprivation data puts Todding close to the England median. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). In the census neighbourhood around Todding, 6.9% of the 1,839 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Todding sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. ONS classifies Todding as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Census data puts 16.4% of Todding's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Todding attend schools such as Wigmore School (3.8 miles). DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Todding's Local Authority. People in Todding usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 22 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Todding itself. The nearest recorded are Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 22 miles away; Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 22 miles away; and Broseley Dental Practice Ltd, about 23 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.
Your NHS Journey Step by Step in Todding
For eligible patients in Todding, 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 Todding.
- 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 Todding
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Equivalent private metal braces in Todding typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
Children's Orthodontics in Todding
For many families in Todding, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. 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.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Todding
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Todding
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in Herefordshire apply the same national criteria consistently. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Eligibility in Todding — Local Context
NHS waiting times in Herefordshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Todding
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Todding?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Todding is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 21.5 miles to the north. The next closest are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (22.4 miles) and Willows Dentistry (22.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Todding?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Todding, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Shrewsbury, 21.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Todding?
The nearest practice to Todding that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 22.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (22.6 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (23.0 miles).
Which towns are close to Todding?
Nearby towns include Brandhill, Clungunford, Wetmore.
Does Todding have a dental practice?
There's no orthodontist based in Todding, though mydentist (about 8 miles away) is a general dentist who can carry out an initial assessment and refer on if needed.
Which county covers Todding?
Todding falls within Herefordshire.
How many families live in Todding?
16.4% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
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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