Orthodontic practices near Chivenor
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of Chivenor, 10 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 2.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 2.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 3.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 3.8 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 4.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 4.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.2 miles east | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 5.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Chivenor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnstaple, 2.5 miles south-east; the next are Bideford (5.9 miles south-west) and Great Torrington (9.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple | 7 | 2.5 miles south-east |
| Bideford | 2 | 5.9 miles south-west |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 9.6 miles south |
| South Molton | 1 | 13.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Chivenor
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), 4.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 4.0 miles east |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 9.6 miles south |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 13.8 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Chivenor 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 21.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,896 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 | 11.8% aged 16 to 24 and 38.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 252 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 7 practices, more than 66% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 146th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.5 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest secondary schools | Braunton Academy — 1.4 miles Pilton Community College — 2.6 miles The Park Community School — 3.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,993 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 2 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 6 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 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 Chivenor
The nearest practice to Chivenor is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 2.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (5.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Chivenor list clear aligners, the nearest 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 Chivenor are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 2.5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Chivenor
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Orthodontist in Chivenor: Before booking anything in Chivenor, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Chivenor or another part of Devon.
Local context for Chivenor
Just around 1 km north-west, Heanton Punchardon is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Chivenor
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Chivenor itself. The nearest we do hold are Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 2 miles away; The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 6 miles away; and Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 10 miles away.
The local picture in Chivenor
Chivenor is classified as larger rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 21.4% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,896 residents in Chivenor's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. Chivenor has 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 66% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Chivenor attend schools such as Braunton Academy (1.4 miles) and Pilton Community College (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Chivenor among England's less deprived areas.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Heanton Punchardon, Fremington, Wrafton, Muddlebridge, Yelland, and Bickleton if you are weighing up more than one location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Chivenor
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Chivenor has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Chivenor
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Chivenor — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Chivenor
Orthodontic treatment in Chivenor is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Chivenor
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Chivenor. Chivenor's ONS geography type is larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Chivenor falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 21.4% of Chivenor's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,896 residents in the neighbourhood around Chivenor, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. With 7 orthodontic practices within five miles, Chivenor is better served than 66% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Chivenor are Braunton Academy (1.4 miles) and Pilton Community College (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Chivenor among England's less deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Chivenor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Chivenor
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Chivenor, Devon. This page links onward to Heanton Punchardon, Fremington, Wrafton, Muddlebridge, Yelland, and Bickleton for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Chivenor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Chivenor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Chivenor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Chivenor is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (2.6 miles) and Trinity Dental Centre (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Chivenor?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of Chivenor, 10 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Chivenor?
The nearest practice to Chivenor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 2.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (2.6 miles) and Next Wave Dental (4.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Chivenor, 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 Chivenor, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.