Orthodontic practices near Camel's Head
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Camel's Head, 14 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is Nuvo Dental Plymouth, 0.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 0.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (697 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 1.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Mount Wise Dental PracticePlymouth | 1.4 miles south | – | – | – | 3.6 (24 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 2.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 2.2 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 2.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 2.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Camel's Head with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 0.6 miles east; the next are Saltash (1.2 miles north) and Ashburton (20.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 0.6 miles east |
| Saltash | 1 | 1.2 miles north |
| Ashburton | 2 | 20.6 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 22.0 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 25.8 miles east |
| St Austell | 4 | 27.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Camel's Head
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), 2.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 1.2 miles north |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 0.6 miles east |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 3.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Camel's Head 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 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,047 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 | 11% aged 16 to 24 and 36.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,774 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Plymouth | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 57 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Plymouth |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | UTC Plymouth — 0.9 miles Stoke Damerel Community College — 1.1 miles Scott Medical and Healthcare College — 1.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 14 schools, about 10,556 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 | Nuvo Dental Plymouth, Plymouth — under a mile Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 1 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 21 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 14 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 Camel's Head
The nearest practice to Camel's Head is Nuvo Dental Plymouth, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 14.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (1.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Nuvo Dental Plymouth (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Camel's Head list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Camel's Head are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 1.2 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 Camel's Head
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Orthodontist in Camel's Head: This page was put together for people in Camel's Head who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is relevant to searches focused on both Camel's Head and the wider Plymouth area.
Local provider signals in Camel's Head
There is no orthodontist on our records in Camel's Head itself. The closest on record are Nuvo Dental Plymouth, under a mile away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about a mile away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 21 miles away.
Area profile for Camel's Head
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Camel's Head sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.5% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,047 residents in the neighbourhood around Camel's Head, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Plymouth. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (14), Camel's Head has more choice than 83% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Camel's Head are served by secondary schools including UTC Plymouth (0.9 miles) and Stoke Damerel Community College (1.1 miles). 14 secondary schools are within three miles. Camel's Head's Local Authority area covers 103 schools and 39,211 pupils, according to DfE figures. Camel's Head sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Camel's Head is about 4 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Where Camel's Head sits locally
Devonport is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Camel's Head.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Devonport, Weston Mill, Barne Barton, Saint Budeaux, King's Tamerton, and Morice Town if you are weighing up more than one location.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Camel's Head
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Camel's Head helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Camel's Head
- 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Camel's Head runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Camel's Head
The orthodontic landscape in Camel's Head offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Camel's Head
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 Camel's Head practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Camel's Head. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Camel's Head
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Camel's Head, Plymouth within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Devonport, Weston Mill, Barne Barton, Saint Budeaux, King's Tamerton, and Morice Town.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Camel's Head
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Camel's Head often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Camel's Head?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Camel's Head is Nuvo Dental Plymouth, about 0.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (1.2 miles) and Mount Wise Dental Practice (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Camel's Head?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Camel's Head, 14 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Camel's Head?
The nearest practice to Camel's Head that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 1.2 miles to the north. Others nearby include Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (2.0 miles) and Clark House Dental (2.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Camel's Head, Plymouth?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Camel's Head, Plymouth?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.