Orthodontic practices near Beaford
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Beaford, 3 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 4.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 9.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 9.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 10.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 10.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 10.4 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 10.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 10.5 miles north | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Beaford with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Great Torrington, 4.3 miles north-west; the next are Bideford (9.3 miles north-west) and Barnstaple (10.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington | 1 | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Bideford | 2 | 9.3 miles north-west |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 10.1 miles north |
| South Molton | 1 | 11.7 miles north-east |
| Exeter | 12 | 26.5 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Beaford
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), 10.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 10.4 miles north |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 11.7 miles north-east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 10.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Beaford 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 | 12.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,717 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 19.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 36 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Devon | 281st closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Great Torrington School — 4.0 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 4 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 9 miles Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 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 Beaford
Beaford is 4.3 miles from Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Quay Dental Practice (9.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (28.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around Beaford list clear aligners, the nearest 10.4 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 Beaford are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Beaford
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Orthodontist in Beaford: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Beaford. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Devon.
The local picture in Beaford
Beaford's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Beaford's under-16 share, 12.7%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Beaford, 4.5% of the 1,717 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Beaford attend schools such as Great Torrington School (4.0 miles). National deprivation data puts Beaford close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Beaford is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 35 miles away.
Local context for Beaford
The nearest other location we cover is Roborough, around 2 km to the north-east.
Practice signals around Beaford
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Beaford itself. The closest on record are Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 4 miles away; The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 9 miles away; and Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 10 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Kingscott, Roborough, Iddlecott, Dolton, St Giles in the Wood, and High Bullen may also help.
Orthodontic Treatments in Beaford
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Beaford can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Beaford
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Beaford
Starting orthodontic treatment in Beaford can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Beaford
Practices serving Beaford differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Beaford is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Beaford's under-16 share, 12.7%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Beaford, 4.5% of the 1,717 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Beaford are served by secondary schools including Great Torrington School (4.0 miles). National deprivation data puts Beaford close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Beaford is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 35 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Beaford. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Beaford
This part of the page places Beaford, Devon in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Nearby pages covering Kingscott, Roborough, Iddlecott, Dolton, St Giles in the Wood, and High Bullen may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Beaford
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Beaford often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Beaford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Beaford is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 4.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Quay Dental Practice (9.3 miles) and Queen Annes Dental Practice (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Beaford?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Beaford, 3 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Beaford?
The nearest practice to Beaford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 4.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Queen Annes Dental Practice (9.3 miles) and Pure Dental Centre (10.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Beaford, Devon?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Beaford, Devon?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.