Orthodontic practices near Ashsprington
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Ashsprington, 16 practices within 10 and 20 practices within 20. The closest is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, 2.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 2.2 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 2.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 4.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 5.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 5.3 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 6.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 6.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ashsprington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Totnes, 2.2 miles north; the next are Dartmouth (4.7 miles south-east) and Torquay (5.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Totnes | 2 | 2.2 miles north |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 4.7 miles south-east |
| Torquay | 4 | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Paignton | 2 | 5.3 miles north-east |
| Cockington | 1 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 8.8 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ashsprington
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is South Devon Dental in Torquay (5.0 from 820 reviews), 5.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 9.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ashsprington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Hams |
| 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 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,134 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 22.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 40 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 123rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Edward VI Community College — 2.8 miles Paignton Academy — 4.2 miles Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy — 4.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 940 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic, Totnes — 2 miles Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic, Dartmouth — 5 miles South Devon Dental, Torquay — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 20 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 Ashsprington
The nearest practice to Ashsprington is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, 2.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 20.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Expert Smile (6 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Ashsprington list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ashsprington are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 19 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ashsprington
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Orthodontist in Ashsprington: This page was put together for people in Ashsprington who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Ashsprington or another part of Devon.
Where Ashsprington sits locally
Heading south-east for around 1 km brings you to Tuckenhay, the closest linked location.
What official data says about Ashsprington
Ashsprington's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ashsprington. Census data puts 14.2% of Ashsprington's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,134 residents in the neighbourhood around Ashsprington, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ashsprington is better served than 52% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Ashsprington are King Edward VI Community College (2.8 miles) and Paignton Academy (4.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Ashsprington close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Ashsprington is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 19 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Widen your local search
You can also compare treatment pages for Tuckenhay, Cornworthy, Allaleigh, Totnes, True Street, and Harbertonford if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local orthodontic signals in Ashsprington
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ashsprington. The nearest we do hold are Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 2 miles away; Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 5 miles away; and South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 5 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Ashsprington
Many people in Ashsprington delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Ashsprington
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Ashsprington — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Ashsprington Explained
Patients in Ashsprington have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Ashsprington
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Ashsprington practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ashsprington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ashsprington
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Ashsprington, Devon alone. Nearby pages covering Tuckenhay, Cornworthy, Allaleigh, Totnes, True Street, and Harbertonford may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Ashsprington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ashsprington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ashsprington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ashsprington is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 2.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (2.6 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ashsprington?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Ashsprington, 16 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ashsprington?
The nearest practice to Ashsprington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 2.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (2.6 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (4.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ashsprington, Devon?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ashsprington, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.