NHS Treatment in Yazor 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 | 13.1% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,013 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Willows Dentistry, Hereford — 7.9 miles; 3 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Weobley High School — 2.5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% 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 Yazor
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Yazor; 9 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 7.9 miles south-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry, 7.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 7.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 8.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 8.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Yazor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 7.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 7.9 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Yazor, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 17.2 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry, Hereford, 7.9 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Yazor 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 Yazor follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Herefordshire.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Yazor
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 Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Yazor — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By national deprivation ranking, Yazor is roughly mid-table for England. Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,013 residents in Yazor's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Yazor — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. With just 13.1% of residents under 16, Yazor skews toward an older population. Secondary-age pupils near Yazor attend schools such as Weobley High School (2.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Yazor's Local Authority area, per DfE data. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Yazor; the nearest is about 8 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Yazor itself. The nearest we do hold are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 8 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 22 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, 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.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Yazor?
Many patients in Herefordshire 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 Yazor
The NHS pathway in Yazor 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 Yazor.
- 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 Treatment for Children in Yazor
Children's orthodontics in Yazor covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. 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.
Children's Orthodontics in Yazor — Local Context
What's available in Yazor depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Yazor's under-16 share, 13.1%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,013 residents in the neighbourhood around Yazor, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Secondary-age pupils near Yazor attend schools such as Weobley High School (2.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Yazor's Local Authority has 110 schools educating 24,851 pupils (DfE data). Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Officially, Yazor is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Yazor. Yazor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Yazor has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. They typically offer children's assessments and NHS-funded treatment for eligible patients.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Yazor
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Yazor.
Eligibility in Yazor — Local Context
NHS orthodontic waiting times in Herefordshire vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Yazor
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Yazor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Yazor is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 7.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (7.9 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Yazor?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Yazor, 9 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 7.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Yazor?
The nearest practice to Yazor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, about 7.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (8.1 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (8.2 miles).
What kind of area is Yazor?
By ONS classification, Yazor falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Is Yazor well served by schools?
DfE figures put 110 schools and 24,851 pupils across Yazor's Local Authority.
How's children's dental health in Yazor's area?
Regionally, 19.4% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
Which NHS body covers Yazor for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Yazor falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board.
How do I get an NHS referral?
Ask your dentist for an orthodontic assessment — if the IOTN score clears the threshold, they refer you to the local NHS orthodontic service. Some practices also take self-referrals directly.
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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