Orthodontic practices near Clyst Heath
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Clyst Heath, 18 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, 0.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspired Dental CareExeter | 0.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (219 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 1.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 1.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Centre for Womens HealthExeter | 1.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (33 reviews) |
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 1.8 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 1.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Exeter NHS Dental Access CentreExeter | 2.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.9 (26 reviews) |
| Barnstaple Health CentreExeter | 2.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (58 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clyst Heath with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exeter, 0.7 miles west; the next are Topsham (1.8 miles south) and Exmouth (6.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 12 | 0.7 miles west |
| Topsham | 2 | 1.8 miles south |
| Exmouth | 2 | 6.7 miles south |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 8.3 miles south-east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 8.9 miles south |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 13.7 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clyst Heath
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), 19.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 19.5 miles south |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 13.7 miles south-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 16.7 miles south |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 13.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clyst Heath at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Exeter |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 25.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,118 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 41.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,853 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 11.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 34th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.7 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 35 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Peter's Church of England Aided School — 0.8 miles St Luke's Church of England School — 1.6 miles Isca Academy — 1.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 4,296 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Inspired Dental Care, Exeter — under a mile Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 2 miles Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd, Exmouth — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 30 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 Clyst Heath
Clyst Heath has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Inspired Dental Care in Exeter is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Inspired Dental Care (under a mile) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Clyst Heath list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Clyst Heath are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clyst Heath
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Orthodontist in Clyst Heath: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Clyst Heath? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Devon.
Local orthodontic signals in Clyst Heath
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Clyst Heath itself. The closest on record are Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, under a mile away; Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 2 miles away; and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 7 miles away.
A quick look at Clyst Heath
Just around 1 km east, Clyst St Mary is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Clyst Heath in context
Clyst Heath is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. With 25.4% of residents under 16, Clyst Heath has an above-average share of children. Census 2021 counts 2,118 residents in the neighbourhood around Clyst Heath, 8.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. Clyst Heath has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Clyst Heath are served by secondary schools including St Peter's Church of England Aided School (0.8 miles) and St Luke's Church of England School (1.6 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Clyst Heath sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Clyst Heath is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Clyst St Mary, Topsham, Countess Wear, Sowton, Whipton, and Monkerton.
The Orthodontic Journey in Clyst Heath
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Clyst Heath
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Clyst Heath
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Clyst Heath
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Clyst Heath. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clyst Heath
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Frequently Asked Questions in Clyst Heath
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clyst Heath often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clyst Heath?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clyst Heath is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, about 0.7 miles to the west. The next closest are Dental 397 (1.2 miles) and Dental House Exeter (1.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clyst Heath?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Clyst Heath, 18 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clyst Heath?
The nearest practice to Clyst Heath that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, about 0.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Exeter Orthodontic Practice (3.1 miles) and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (6.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clyst Heath, Devon?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Clyst Heath, Devon?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.