Orthodontic practices near Boasley Cross
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Boasley Cross; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 16.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 16.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 20.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 20.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 21.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 21.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 21.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 21.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (603 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 21.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Boasley Cross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Great Torrington, 16.0 miles north; the next are Bideford (20.9 miles north) and Plymouth (21.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington | 1 | 16.0 miles north |
| Bideford | 2 | 20.9 miles north |
| Plymouth | 13 | 21.3 miles south |
| Ashburton | 2 | 21.6 miles south-east |
| Saltash | 1 | 21.7 miles south |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 23.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Boasley Cross at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Devon |
| 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 | 13.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,741 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 18 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 928th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 21 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Okehampton College — 5.8 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 16 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 21 miles Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 21 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 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 Boasley Cross
Boasley Cross is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 16 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Quay Dental Practice (20.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (22.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Boasley Cross list clear aligners, the nearest 21.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Boasley Cross are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 16 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 21 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Boasley Cross to Torrington Dental Practice is roughly 35 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 420 to 830 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £190 to £375 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 250 to 420 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Boasley Cross
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Orthodontist in Boasley Cross: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Boasley Cross? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Devon.
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You can continue browsing related location pages including Bridestowe, Broadbury, Thorndon Cross, Bratton Clovelly, Northlew, and Combebow if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Local treatment availability around Boasley Cross
There is no orthodontist on our records in Boasley Cross itself. The closest on record are Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 16 miles away; The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 21 miles away; and Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 21 miles away.
Local context for Boasley Cross
Just around 4 km east, Thorndon Cross is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The local picture in Boasley Cross
Boasley Cross is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Boasley Cross's under-16 share, 13.4%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Boasley Cross, 5.9% of the 1,741 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to 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 Boasley Cross; the nearest is about 16 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Boasley Cross are served by secondary schools including Okehampton College (5.8 miles). National deprivation data puts Boasley Cross close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Boasley Cross is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 21 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Boasley Cross
Orthodontic treatment in Boasley Cross is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Boasley Cross — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Boasley Cross
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Boasley Cross has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Boasley Cross
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Boasley Cross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Boasley Cross
If Boasley Cross, Devon is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. For a broader comparison, pages for Bridestowe, Broadbury, Thorndon Cross, Bratton Clovelly, Northlew, and Combebow follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Boasley Cross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Boasley Cross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Boasley Cross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Boasley Cross is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 16.0 miles to the north. The next closest are The Quay Dental Practice (20.9 miles) and Queen Annes Dental Practice (20.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Boasley Cross?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Boasley Cross, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Great Torrington, 16.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Boasley Cross?
The nearest practice to Boasley Cross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 16.0 miles to the north. Others nearby include Queen Annes Dental Practice (20.9 miles) and Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth (21.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Boasley Cross, 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 Boasley Cross, Devon?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.