Orthodontic practices near Billacombe
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Billacombe, 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth Orthodontics, 2.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 2.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 2.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 2.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 2.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 2.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Billacombe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 2.4 miles north-west; the next are Saltash (5.3 miles north-west) and Ashburton (17.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Saltash | 1 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Ashburton | 2 | 17.4 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 17.9 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 21.3 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 22.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Billacombe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth (5.0 from 106 reviews), 2.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 2.5 miles west |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 4.0 miles west |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Billacombe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Plymouth |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 26.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,866 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 45.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 473 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within Plymouth | 49th closest to an orthodontic practice of 57 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.4 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Plymouth |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Plymstock School — 0.6 miles Coombe Dean School — 1.0 miles Lipson Co-operative Academy — 1.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,797 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 103 schools, 39,211 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth Orthodontics, Plymouth — 2 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 5 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 17 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 18 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 Billacombe
The nearest practice to Billacombe is Plymouth Orthodontics, 2.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clark House Dental (2.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (2.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Billacombe list clear aligners, the nearest 2.4 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 Billacombe are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Orthodontics, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Billacombe
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Orthodontist in Billacombe: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Billacombe often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Plymouth.
Nearby location pages
Pages for Elburton, Plympton Erle, Plymstock, Goosewell, Marsh Mills, and Pomphlett follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Billacombe in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Billacombe sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. With 26.4% of residents under 16, Billacombe has an above-average share of children. Census 2021 counts 1,866 residents in the neighbourhood around Billacombe, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Plymouth. Billacombe has 13 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 81% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Billacombe are served by secondary schools including Plymstock School (0.6 miles) and Coombe Dean School (1.0 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Billacombe's Local Authority has 103 schools educating 39,211 pupils (DfE data). Billacombe sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Billacombe is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Billacombe
There is no orthodontist on our records in Billacombe itself. The closest on record are Plymouth Orthodontics, about 2 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 5 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 17 miles away.
Where Billacombe sits locally
Plympton Erle is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-west of Billacombe.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Billacombe
Many people in Billacombe delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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 Billacombe
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Billacombe — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Billacombe
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Billacombe can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Billacombe offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Billacombe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Billacombe
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Billacombe, Plymouth within a broader nearby area. You can also browse nearby location pages including Elburton, Plympton Erle, Plymstock, Goosewell, Marsh Mills, and Pomphlett.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Billacombe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Billacombe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Billacombe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Billacombe is Plymouth Orthodontics, about 2.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Dental & Implant Centre (2.5 miles) and Smile Care Cosmetic Centre (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Billacombe?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Billacombe, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Billacombe?
The nearest practice to Billacombe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Orthodontics, about 2.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (2.7 miles) and Clark House Dental (2.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Billacombe, Plymouth?
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 Billacombe, Plymouth?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.