Orthodontic practices near Buckfast
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Buckfast, 11 practices within 10 and 47 practices within 20. The closest is Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, 2.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 2.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (603 reviews) |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 5.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 6.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 8.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (533 reviews) |
| Devon Square SurgeryNewton Abbot | 8.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (52 reviews) |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 8.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (797 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 9.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Buckfast with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashburton, 2.0 miles north-east; the next are Totnes (5.5 miles south-east) and Newton Abbot (8.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashburton | 2 | 2.0 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 5.5 miles south-east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 8.2 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 9.3 miles east |
| Cockington | 1 | 9.4 miles east |
| Paignton | 2 | 10.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Buckfast
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), 9.9 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 9.9 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 8.2 miles east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 8.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Buckfast at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Teignbridge |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,288 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.4% aged 16 to 24 and 20.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 65 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Devon | 111th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.0 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | South Dartmoor Community College — 2.8 miles King Edward VI Community College — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 801 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 2 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 6 miles Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth Straightening, Newton Abbot — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 47 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 Buckfast
Buckfast is 2 miles from Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 47.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (10.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 19 of the practices around Buckfast list clear aligners, the nearest 2 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 Buckfast are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Devon Dental Centre of Excellence in Ashburton, 2.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Buckfast
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Orthodontist in Buckfast: People weighing up braces or aligners in Buckfast can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Buckfast or another part of Devon.
Area profile for Buckfast
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Buckfast sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.1% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Buckfast, 6.7% of the 1,288 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Buckfast attend schools such as South Dartmoor Community College (2.8 miles) and King Edward VI Community College (5.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Buckfast among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Buckfast is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Keep exploring nearby
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Buckfastleigh, Glebelands, Lower Dean, Deancombe, Dean Prior, and Holne Turn.
What we know about practices near Buckfast
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Buckfast. The closest on record are Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 2 miles away; Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 6 miles away; and Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth Straightening in Newton Abbot, about 8 miles away.
Local snapshot of Buckfast
The nearest other location we cover is Glebelands, under 1 km to the west.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Buckfast
Orthodontic treatment in Buckfast 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Buckfast
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Buckfast follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Buckfast
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Buckfast has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Buckfast
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 Buckfast practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Buckfast. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Buckfast
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Buckfast, Devon within a broader nearby area. If you're still deciding, related pages for Buckfastleigh, Glebelands, Lower Dean, Deancombe, Dean Prior, and Holne Turn may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Buckfast
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Buckfast often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Buckfast?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Buckfast is Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 2.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (2.2 miles) and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Buckfast?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Buckfast, 11 practices within 10 miles and 47 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Buckfast?
The nearest practice to Buckfast that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Devon Dental Centre of Excellence in Ashburton, about 2.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (5.5 miles) and Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (6.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Buckfast, Devon?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Buckfast, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.