NHS Treatment in Tubney 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 | 18.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of 2,868 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Precinct Dental Practice, Abingdon — 4 miles; 19 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Larkmead School — 3.1 miles John Mason School — 3.6 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.7% 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 Tubney
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Tubney, 29 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, 3.8 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Precinct Dental Practice, 4.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 4.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (373 reviews) |
| Peachcroft Dental SurgeryRadley | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (220 reviews) |
| Peachcroft OrthodonticsRadley | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (166 reviews) |
| UNIT 8 (PEACHCROFT ORTHODONTICS)Abingdon | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – |
| Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in OxfordOxford | 5.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (77 reviews) |
| 30 Beaumont Street Dental Practice - OxfordOxford | 6.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tubney with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Abingdon, 4.0 miles east; the next are Radley (4.5 miles east) and Oxford (5.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Abingdon | 2 | 4.0 miles east |
| Radley | 2 | 4.5 miles east |
| Oxford | 9 | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Didcot | 3 | 7.8 miles south-east |
| Witney | 1 | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Kidlington | 2 | 9.6 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tubney
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry (4.9 from 730 reviews), 8.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Didcot Dental Studio - Cosmetic & Implant DentistryDidcot | 4.9 (730 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-east |
| The White Bridge Dental ClinicKidlington | 4.9 (404 reviews) | 9.6 miles north-east |
| Precinct Dental PracticeAbingdon | 4.9 (373 reviews) | 4.0 miles east |
| Ridentes Dental PracticeKidlington | 4.9 (182 reviews) | 9.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Tubney, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 6.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Precinct Dental Practice, Abingdon, 4 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Tubney 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.
For families in Tubney, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Oxfordshire.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Tubney
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 Oxfordshire are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Not every practice near Tubney offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. By national deprivation ranking, Tubney sits among the less deprived areas of England. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 2,868 residents in Tubney's census neighbourhood, close to the 7.3% average across Oxfordshire. For NHS dental services, Tubney falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board. Officially, Tubney is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Census figures show 18.7% of the local population is under 16. Families in Tubney are served by secondary schools including Larkmead School (3.1 miles) and John Mason School (3.6 miles). Tubney has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. There is no orthodontist on our records in Tubney itself. The nearest recorded are Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, about 4 miles away; Peachcroft Dental Surgery in Radley, about 4 miles away; and Clinic 95 Ltd: Dentist in Oxford, about 5 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Tubney?
Many patients in Oxfordshire 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.
How the NHS Route Works in Tubney
For eligible patients in Tubney, 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 Tubney.
- 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.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Tubney
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Understanding the scoring in advance means a more informed conversation with your dentist.
Eligibility in Tubney — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Oxfordshire depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Tubney
Children's orthodontics in Tubney covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Parents in Tubney increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Tubney
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tubney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tubney is Ock Street Clinic in Abingdon, about 3.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Bath Street Dental Practice (3.9 miles) and Precinct Dental Practice (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tubney?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Tubney, 29 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tubney?
The nearest practice to Tubney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Precinct Dental Practice in Abingdon, about 4.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Peachcroft Dental Surgery (4.5 miles) and Peachcroft Orthodontics (4.5 miles).
How many families live in Tubney?
Around 18.7% of Tubney's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which NHS body covers Tubney for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Tubney falls under NHS Thames Valley Integrated Care Board.
Is Tubney rural or urban?
ONS classifies Tubney as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Tubney compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Tubney is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How long does NHS treatment take?
18-24 months covers most moderate NHS cases, with complex cases running longer. Your orthodontist confirms a specific estimate after assessment.
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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