Orthodontic practices near Beesands
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Beesands; 2 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 7.5 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 7.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 7.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 12.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 13.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 13.4 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 13.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 14.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 15.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Beesands with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartmouth, 7.5 miles north; the next are Totnes (12.5 miles north) and Torquay (13.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | 2 | 7.5 miles north |
| Totnes | 2 | 12.5 miles north |
| Torquay | 4 | 13.4 miles north |
| Paignton | 2 | 13.6 miles north |
| Cockington | 1 | 16.2 miles north |
| Ashburton | 2 | 18.8 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Beesands
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), 13.4 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 13.4 miles north |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 19.5 miles north |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 19.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Beesands 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 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,084 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.9% aged 16 to 24 and 19.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 87 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 520th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsbridge Academy — 5.8 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic, Dartmouth — 8 miles Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic, Totnes — 12 miles South Devon Dental, Torquay — 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 16 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 Beesands
From Beesands the nearest practice is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 7.5 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 16.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Expert Smile (14.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Beesands list clear aligners, the nearest 12.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Beesands are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 23 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Beesands to Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic 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 200 to 390 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £175 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Beesands
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Orthodontist in Beesands: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Beesands understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Devon and the surrounding area.
Area profile for Beesands
Beesands is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Beesands sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Beesands's under-16 share, 13.3%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Beesands, 5.6% of the 2,084 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 Beesands; the nearest is about 8 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Beesands are served by secondary schools including Kingsbridge Academy (5.8 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Beesands is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Beesands is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 23 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Beesands
Just under 1 km west, Beeson is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare nearby areas
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Beeson, Hallsands, Kellaton, Stokenham, Torcross, and Dunstone.
What local practice data suggests in Beesands
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Beesands itself. The closest on record are Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 8 miles away; Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 12 miles away; and South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 13 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Beesands
Patients in Beesands have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Beesands
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 Beesands practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Beesands
Orthodontic treatment in Beesands is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Beesands
Treatment in Beesands runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Beesands. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Beesands
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Beesands, Devon, these local links help you keep browsing. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Beeson, Hallsands, Kellaton, Stokenham, Torcross, and Dunstone.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Beesands
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Beesands often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Beesands?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Beesands is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 7.5 miles to the north. The next closest are Airlocum (7.9 miles) and Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (12.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Beesands?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Beesands, 2 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dartmouth, 7.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Beesands?
The nearest practice to Beesands that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 7.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (12.5 miles) and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (13.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Beesands, 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 Beesands, Devon?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.