Orthodontic practices near Alwington
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Alwington, 4 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 3.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 3.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 6.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 9.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 10.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 11.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 11.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 11.3 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 Alwington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bideford, 3.3 miles north-east; the next are Great Torrington (6.0 miles south-east) and Barnstaple (9.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bideford | 2 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 6.0 miles south-east |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 9.3 miles north-east |
| South Molton | 1 | 18.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Alwington
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), 11.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 11.3 miles north-east |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-east |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 18.9 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 10.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Alwington 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 | 14% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,753 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 | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 42 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Devon | 214th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bideford College — 2.8 miles Atlantic Academy — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,697 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Queen Annes Dental Practice, Bideford — 3 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 6 miles Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 11 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 Alwington
The nearest practice to Alwington is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 3.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Alwington list clear aligners, the nearest 11.3 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 Alwington are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 3.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Alwington
Devon12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Alwington
Orthodontist in Alwington: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Alwington understand their options before committing to an appointment. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Devon.
Local snapshot of Alwington
The nearest other location we cover is Fairy Cross, around 1 km to the north-west.
What we know about practices near Alwington
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Alwington. The nearest we do hold are Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 3 miles away; Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 6 miles away; and Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 9 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
Nearby location pages including Fairy Cross, Goldworthy, Abbotsham, Buckland Brewer, Horns Cross, and Parkham can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
What official data says about Alwington
Officially, Alwington is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Alwington sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Alwington has a smaller share of children than most areas — 14% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Alwington, 5.5% of the 1,753 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Alwington are Bideford College (2.8 miles) and Atlantic Academy (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Alwington sits close to the England average for deprivation.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Alwington
Starting orthodontic treatment in Alwington can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Alwington
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Alwington. Alwington — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 14% of Alwington's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.5% of the 1,753 residents in Alwington's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Alwington are Bideford College (2.8 miles) and Atlantic Academy (2.8 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Alwington close to the England median. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Alwington
The orthodontic landscape in Alwington offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Alwington
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Alwington — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Alwington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Alwington
These links help widen your research beyond Alwington, Devon if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Fairy Cross, Goldworthy, Abbotsham, Buckland Brewer, Horns Cross, and Parkham.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Alwington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Alwington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Alwington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Alwington is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 3.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Quay Dental Practice (3.4 miles) and Torrington Dental Practice (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Alwington?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Alwington, 4 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Alwington?
The nearest practice to Alwington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 3.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Torrington Dental Practice (6.0 miles) and Pure Dental Centre (9.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Alwington, Devon?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Alwington, Devon?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.