Orthodontic practices near Chittlehamholt
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Chittlehamholt, 9 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, 4.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 8.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 8.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 8.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 9.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 9.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 9.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 9.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chittlehamholt with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is South Molton, 4.8 miles north-east; the next are Barnstaple (8.7 miles north-west) and Great Torrington (9.9 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| South Molton | 1 | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 8.7 miles north-west |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 9.9 miles west |
| Bideford | 2 | 12.8 miles west |
| Exeter | 12 | 23.7 miles south-east |
| Topsham | 2 | 27.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Chittlehamholt
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple (5.0 from 66 reviews), 8.8 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 8.8 miles north-west |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 9.9 miles west |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 4.8 miles north-east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Chittlehamholt at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North 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 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,338 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 22.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 24 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Devon | 324th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chulmleigh Community College — 4.3 miles South Molton Community College — 4.8 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 5 miles Litchdon Medical Centre, Barnstaple — 9 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 11 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 Chittlehamholt
Chittlehamholt is 4.8 miles from Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (12.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Inspired Dental Care (26.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around Chittlehamholt list clear aligners, the nearest 8.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Chittlehamholt are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, 8.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Chittlehamholt
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Orthodontist in Chittlehamholt: This page was put together for people in Chittlehamholt who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Chittlehamholt with the wider Devon area.
Useful local orthodontic context for Chittlehamholt
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Chittlehamholt. The nearest recorded are Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, about 5 miles away; Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, about 9 miles away; and Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 10 miles away.
Local snapshot of Chittlehamholt
Satterleigh is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km north-east of Chittlehamholt.
Chittlehamholt in context
Chittlehamholt — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 15.1% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,338 residents in the neighbourhood around Chittlehamholt, 6.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Chittlehamholt attend schools such as Chulmleigh Community College (4.3 miles) and South Molton Community College (4.8 miles). Chittlehamholt sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Chittlehamholt is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away.
Continue your local research
You can also compare treatment pages for Satterleigh, Warkleigh, Kingford, Clapworthy, Kings Nympton, and Chittlehampton if you are weighing up more than one location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Chittlehamholt
Starting orthodontic treatment in Chittlehamholt can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Chittlehamholt
Provision in Chittlehamholt varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Chittlehamholt is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 15.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.8% of the 2,338 residents in Chittlehamholt's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Devon. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Chittlehamholt attend schools such as Chulmleigh Community College (4.3 miles) and South Molton Community College (4.8 miles). National deprivation data puts Chittlehamholt close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Chittlehamholt is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Chittlehamholt
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Chittlehamholt has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Chittlehamholt
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Chittlehamholt. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Chittlehamholt
These links help widen your research beyond Chittlehamholt, Devon if you're open to travelling a little further. You can keep exploring with related pages for Satterleigh, Warkleigh, Kingford, Clapworthy, Kings Nympton, and Chittlehampton.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Chittlehamholt
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chittlehamholt often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chittlehamholt?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chittlehamholt is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, about 4.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Litchdon Medical Centre (8.7 miles) and St John's Dental Centre (8.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chittlehamholt?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Chittlehamholt, 9 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chittlehamholt?
The nearest practice to Chittlehamholt that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, about 8.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Next Wave Dental (8.8 miles) and Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (9.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chittlehamholt, Devon?
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 Chittlehamholt, Devon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.