Orthodontic practices near Coffinswell
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Coffinswell, 17 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Torbay Hospital in Torquay, 2.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torbay HospitalTorquay | 2.0 miles south | – | – | – | 3.9 (386 reviews) |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (534 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 2.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (533 reviews) |
| Devon Square SurgeryNewton Abbot | 2.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (52 reviews) |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 2.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (797 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 3.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 4.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Coffinswell with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Torquay, 2.0 miles south; the next are Cockington (2.3 miles south) and Newton Abbot (2.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Torquay | 4 | 2.0 miles south |
| Cockington | 1 | 2.3 miles south |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Paignton | 2 | 4.3 miles south |
| Dawlish | 1 | 6.4 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 7.5 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 Coffinswell
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), 5.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 5.2 miles south |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 2.3 miles south |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Coffinswell 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 241 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,356 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 28.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 115 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 8 practices, more than 69% of towns in England |
| 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 | 7.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 25 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Cuthbert Mayne School — 2.2 miles Torquay Academy — 2.2 miles Torquay Girls' Grammar School — 2.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,064 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Torbay Hospital, Torquay — 2 miles Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Cockington — 2 miles Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth Straightening, Newton Abbot — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 34 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 Coffinswell
The nearest practice to Coffinswell is Torbay Hospital in Torquay, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 34.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Expert Smile (4.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Coffinswell list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 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 Coffinswell are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Cockington, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 25 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Coffinswell
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Orthodontist in Coffinswell: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Coffinswell keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Coffinswell or another part of Devon. Coffinswell — a small village with a population of around 241 — is covered on this page specifically.
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What we know about practices near Coffinswell
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Coffinswell itself. The closest on record are Torbay Hospital in Torquay, about 2 miles away; Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Cockington, about 2 miles away; and Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth Straightening in Newton Abbot, about 2 miles away.
The local picture in Coffinswell
By ONS classification, Coffinswell falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Coffinswell sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.5% of Coffinswell's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.1% of the 1,356 residents in Coffinswell's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Devon. With 8 orthodontic practices within five miles, Coffinswell is better served than 69% 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 Coffinswell attend schools such as St Cuthbert Mayne School (2.2 miles) and Torquay Academy (2.2 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data puts Coffinswell close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Coffinswell is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 25 miles away.
Facts about Coffinswell
Around 241 people live in Coffinswell, which is a small village within Devon. Daccombe is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-east of Coffinswell.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Coffinswell
Orthodontic treatment in Coffinswell is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Coffinswell — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Coffinswell
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Coffinswell can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Coffinswell offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Coffinswell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Coffinswell
If Coffinswell, Devon is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Daccombe, Higher Rocombe, Middle Rocombe, Aller Park, Combeinteignhead, and Kingskerswell may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Coffinswell
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Coffinswell often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Coffinswell?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Coffinswell is Torbay Hospital in Torquay, about 2.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Ocean Orthodontic Clinic (2.3 miles) and OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (2.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Coffinswell?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Coffinswell, 17 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Coffinswell?
The nearest practice to Coffinswell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Cockington, about 2.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (2.3 miles) and Devon Square Surgery (2.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Coffinswell, Devon?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Coffinswell, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.