NHS Treatment in Yaddlethorpe at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Humber and North Yorkshire 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 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of 1,572 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Bottesford Dental Practice, Scunthorpe — 1.3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Frederick Gough School — 1.4 miles Melior Community Academy — 1.5 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield — about 36 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% 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 Yaddlethorpe
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Yaddlethorpe, 4 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe, 1.3 miles east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Bottesford Dental Practice, 1.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Dental PracticeScunthorpe | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (317 reviews) |
| Scunthorpe OrthodonticsScunthorpe | 2.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (59 reviews) |
| TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS THORNEDoncaster | 12.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – |
| Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Brough LimitedBrough | 13.1 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (511 reviews) |
| TOTAL ORTHODONTICS - HULLKingston upon Hull | 17.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – |
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 17.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (590 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Yaddlethorpe with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Scunthorpe, 1.3 miles east; the next are Doncaster (12.6 miles west) and Brough (13.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scunthorpe | 2 | 1.3 miles east |
| Doncaster | 2 | 12.6 miles west |
| Brough | 1 | 13.1 miles north |
| Kingston upon Hull | 5 | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Saint Andrews Quay | 3 | 17.6 miles north-east |
| York | 1 | 21.6 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Yaddlethorpe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe (5.0 from 317 reviews), 1.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bottesford Dental PracticeScunthorpe | 5.0 (317 reviews) | 1.3 miles east |
| Scunthorpe OrthodonticsScunthorpe | 5.0 (59 reviews) | 2.9 miles north |
| Night and Day Emergency Dentist HullSaint Andrews Quay | 4.9 (590 reviews) | 17.6 miles north-east |
| Cosmetic and Family Dentistry Brough LimitedBrough | 4.9 (511 reviews) | 13.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Yaddlethorpe, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Dental Logic, 16.9 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bottesford Dental Practice, Scunthorpe, 1.3 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield, about 36 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Yaddlethorpe are commissioned by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
NHS orthodontics in Yaddlethorpe funds treatment for patients who meet the IOTN clinical need threshold. 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.
NHS vs Private Fees in Yaddlethorpe
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Equivalent private metal braces in Yaddlethorpe typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Yaddlethorpe?
Many patients in North Lincolnshire 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 Access in Yaddlethorpe
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 orthodontic waiting times in North Lincolnshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Yaddlethorpe — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Yaddlethorpe's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). In the census neighbourhood around Yaddlethorpe, 5% of the 1,572 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across North Lincolnshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Yaddlethorpe is about 36 miles from Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in Sheffield. Yaddlethorpe — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Yaddlethorpe has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.1% of residents are under 16. Families in Yaddlethorpe are served by secondary schools including Frederick Gough School (1.4 miles) and Melior Community Academy (1.5 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Yaddlethorpe's Local Authority area covers 90 schools and 23,998 pupils, according to DfE figures. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Yaddlethorpe is better served than 56% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Yaddlethorpe. The closest on record are Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe, about a mile away; The Forum Orthodontics in Beckingham, about 11 miles away; and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS THORNE in Doncaster, about 13 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Yaddlethorpe
For many families in Yaddlethorpe, 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. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
NHS Orthodontics for Children in Yaddlethorpe
Children in Yaddlethorpe who meet the IOTN eligibility threshold are entitled to NHS-funded orthodontic treatment. Referrals are made by the child's dentist once most adult teeth have erupted. NHS treatment for children is almost always metal fixed braces.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Yaddlethorpe?
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Yaddlethorpe comes down to a structured assessment. The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN) is the primary tool used across North Lincolnshire to decide who receives funded treatment. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Understanding the IOTN Score
NHS eligibility is decided by the IOTN — a two-part clinical index applied consistently by orthodontists throughout North Lincolnshire.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Yaddlethorpe
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Yaddlethorpe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Yaddlethorpe is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe, about 1.3 miles to the east. The next closest are Blyton Dental Scunthorpe (2.4 miles) and Campbell Dental Health (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Yaddlethorpe?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Yaddlethorpe, 4 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Yaddlethorpe?
The nearest practice to Yaddlethorpe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bottesford Dental Practice in Scunthorpe, about 1.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Scunthorpe Orthodontics (2.9 miles) and TRINITY HOUSE ORTHODONTICS THORNE (12.6 miles).
How deprived is Yaddlethorpe compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Yaddlethorpe is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Yaddlethorpe rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Yaddlethorpe falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How's children's dental health in Yaddlethorpe's area?
Regionally, 25.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How many families live in Yaddlethorpe?
Around 13.1% of Yaddlethorpe's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Is NHS orthodontic treatment as good as private?
NHS orthodontic treatment delivered by specialist orthodontists achieves excellent clinical results. The key differences: NHS is almost exclusively metal braces with a waiting list; private offers ceramic, aligner, and lingual options with immediate access.
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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