Orthodontic practices near Cofton
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Cofton, 22 practices within 10 and 34 practices within 20. The closest is Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, 2.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Dental CareDawlish | 2.0 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 2.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (809 reviews) |
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 2.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (825 reviews) |
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 5.2 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 5.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 6.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 6.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 6.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cofton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dawlish, 2.0 miles south; the next are Exmouth (2.0 miles east) and Topsham (5.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dawlish | 1 | 2.0 miles south |
| Exmouth | 2 | 2.0 miles east |
| Topsham | 2 | 5.2 miles north |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
| Exeter | 12 | 6.5 miles north |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 8.4 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 Cofton
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), 13.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 13.0 miles south |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 8.4 miles south-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-west |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 8.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cofton 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 20.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,881 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 32.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 301 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 52% 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 | 5.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dawlish College — 1.8 miles Exmouth Community College — 2.6 miles Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road — 4.4 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,813 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd, Exmouth — 2 miles Terrace Dental Care, Dawlish — 2 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 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 Cofton
Cofton is 2 miles from Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 34.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Inspired Dental Care (7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Cofton list clear aligners, the nearest 2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cofton are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cofton
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Orthodontist in Cofton: This page was put together for people in Cofton who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Cofton with the wider Devon area.
Where Cofton sits locally
Just around 1 km north-east, Cockwood is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Compare nearby areas
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Cockwood, Dawlish Warren, Starcross, Dawlish, Kenton, and Powderham.
What local practice data suggests in Cofton
There is no orthodontist on our records in Cofton itself. The nearest we do hold are Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 2 miles away; Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, about 2 miles away; and Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 5 miles away.
Cofton in context
Cofton is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 20.3% of Cofton's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,881 residents in Cofton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Cofton has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 52% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Cofton are served by secondary schools including Dawlish College (1.8 miles) and Exmouth Community College (2.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Cofton falls in a more deprived area than most of England, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Cofton is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 32 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Cofton
Many people in Cofton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Cofton
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Cofton follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Cofton
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Cofton can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Cofton
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cofton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cofton
This part of the page places Cofton, Devon in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Cockwood, Dawlish Warren, Starcross, Dawlish, Kenton, and Powderham follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Cofton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cofton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cofton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cofton is Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, about 2.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (2.0 miles) and Fairfield House Dental Surgery (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cofton?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Cofton, 22 practices within 10 miles and 34 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cofton?
The nearest practice to Cofton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 2.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (7.0 miles) and Devon Square Surgery (8.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cofton, Devon?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cofton, Devon?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.