Orthodontic practices near Alminstone Cross
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Alminstone Cross; 3 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 7.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 7.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 7.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 8.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 13.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 14.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 15.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 15.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 15.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Alminstone Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bideford, 7.4 miles north-east; the next are Great Torrington (8.9 miles east) and Barnstaple (13.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bideford | 2 | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 8.9 miles east |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 13.4 miles north-east |
| South Molton | 1 | 22.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Alminstone Cross
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple (5.0 from 66 reviews), 15.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 8.9 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 14.2 miles north-east |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) | 7.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Alminstone Cross at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Torridge |
| NHS dental services | NHS Devon Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,630 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 38 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 516th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Atlantic Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 242 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Queen Annes Dental Practice, Bideford — 7 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 9 miles Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 13 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 10 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Alminstone Cross
From Alminstone Cross the nearest practice is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 7.4 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 10.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Quay Dental Practice (7.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Alminstone Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 15.4 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Alminstone Cross are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 7.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Alminstone Cross to Queen Annes Dental Practice is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Alminstone Cross
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Orthodontist in Alminstone Cross: People weighing up braces or aligners in Alminstone Cross can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is relevant to searches focused on both Alminstone Cross and the wider Devon area.
Alminstone Cross in context
Alminstone Cross — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Alminstone Cross's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. Census 2021 counts 1,630 residents in the neighbourhood around Alminstone Cross, 5.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. People in Alminstone Cross usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Alminstone Cross are Atlantic Academy (1.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Alminstone Cross close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Alminstone Cross is about 39 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Local snapshot of Alminstone Cross
Heading east for around 1 km brings you to Parkham Ash, the closest linked location.
Practice signals around Alminstone Cross
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Alminstone Cross itself. The closest on record are Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 7 miles away; Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 9 miles away; and Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 13 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Buck's Cross, Parkham Ash, Ashmansworthy, Woolfardisworthy, Buck's Mills, and Sessacott if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Alminstone Cross
Orthodontic treatment in Alminstone Cross is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Alminstone Cross
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Alminstone Cross. Alminstone Cross's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Alminstone Cross falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Alminstone Cross's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Alminstone Cross, 5.5% of the 1,630 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Alminstone Cross; the nearest is about 7 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Alminstone Cross are served by secondary schools including Atlantic Academy (1.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Alminstone Cross sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Alminstone Cross is about 39 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Alminstone Cross
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Alminstone Cross has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Alminstone Cross — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Alminstone Cross — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Alminstone Cross sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 13.2% of Alminstone Cross's population at under 16, below the typical share. Census 2021 counts 1,630 residents in the neighbourhood around Alminstone Cross, 5.5% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. People in Alminstone Cross usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Alminstone Cross are Atlantic Academy (1.6 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Alminstone Cross is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Alminstone Cross is about 39 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Alminstone Cross itself. The closest on record are Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 7 miles away; Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 9 miles away; and Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 13 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Alminstone Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Alminstone Cross
This part of the page places Alminstone Cross, Devon in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Buck's Cross, Parkham Ash, Ashmansworthy, Woolfardisworthy, Buck's Mills, and Sessacott may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Alminstone Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Alminstone Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Alminstone Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Alminstone Cross is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 7.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Quay Dental Practice (7.5 miles) and Torrington Dental Practice (8.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Alminstone Cross?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Alminstone Cross, 3 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bideford, 7.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Alminstone Cross?
The nearest practice to Alminstone Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 7.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Torrington Dental Practice (8.9 miles) and Pure Dental Centre (13.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Alminstone Cross, Devon?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Alminstone Cross, Devon?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.