Orthodontic practices near Coombe
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Coombe, 16 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Lander Dental & Implant Clinic in Truro, 2.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lander Dental & Implant ClinicTruro | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (141 reviews) |
| Truro Dental HealthTruro | 2.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (29 reviews) |
| Truro Orthodontic PracticeTruro | 2.4 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Trafalgar House Dental PracticeTruro | 2.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (193 reviews) |
| Pure Dental Health TruroTruro | 2.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (652 reviews) |
| Dental Logic TruroTruro | 2.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (43 reviews) |
| The Dental Hygiene SuiteTruro | 2.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (176 reviews) |
| Royal Cornwall HospitalTruro | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (460 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Coombe with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Truro, 2.3 miles north-west; the next are Penryn (5.2 miles south-west) and Falmouth (5.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Truro | 9 | 2.3 miles north-west |
| Penryn | 1 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Falmouth | 2 | 5.7 miles south |
| Flushing | 1 | 5.7 miles south-west |
| Grampound | 1 | 5.9 miles north-east |
| Redruth | 1 | 8.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Coombe
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Observatory Dental Practice in Falmouth (5.0 from 253 reviews), 5.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Observatory Dental PracticeFalmouth | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 5.9 miles south |
| The Dental Hygiene SuiteTruro | 5.0 (176 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-west |
| Waterside DentalcarePenryn | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Pure Dental Health TruroTruro | 4.9 (652 reviews) | 2.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Coombe at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 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 | 14.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,085 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 23% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 86 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Cornwall | 191st closest to an orthodontic practice of 986 places in the county (the county median is 5.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.3 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Cornwall |
| Nearest secondary schools | Penair School — 2.6 miles Richard Lander School — 3.8 miles Falmouth School — 5.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,223 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 294 schools, 73,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 29.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lander Dental & Implant Clinic, Truro — 2 miles Waterside Dentalcare, Penryn — 5 miles Kimberley Park Dental Practice, Falmouth — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 24 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 Coombe
The nearest practice to Coombe is Lander Dental & Implant Clinic in Truro, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Pure Dental Health Truro (2.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Trafalgar House Dental Practice (2.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Coombe 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 Coombe are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lander Dental & Implant Clinic in Truro, 2.3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Coombe
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Orthodontist in Coombe: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Coombe understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Coombe or another part of Cornwall.
Coombe in context
Officially, Coombe is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 14.7% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 2,085 residents in Coombe's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Cornwall. Coombe has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. Regionally, 29.7% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Coombe are served by secondary schools including Penair School (2.6 miles) and Richard Lander School (3.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Coombe's Local Authority has 294 schools educating 73,481 pupils (DfE data). National deprivation data puts Coombe close to the England median.
What we know about practices near Coombe
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Coombe itself. The closest on record are Lander Dental & Implant Clinic in Truro, about 2 miles away; Waterside Dentalcare in Penryn, about 5 miles away; and Kimberley Park Dental Practice in Falmouth, about 6 miles away.
Facts about Coombe
Heading south for around 1 km brings you to Trelissick, the closest linked location.
Compare nearby areas
You can also compare treatment pages for Old Kea, Trelissick, St. Michael Penkivel, Penelewey, Saint Clement, and Calenick if you are weighing up more than one location.
The Orthodontic Journey in Coombe
Many people in Coombe delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Coombe runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Coombe
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Coombe
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Coombe. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Coombe
This section helps connect Coombe, Cornwall to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Other local pages worth browsing include Old Kea, Trelissick, St. Michael Penkivel, Penelewey, Saint Clement, and Calenick.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Coombe
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Coombe often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Coombe?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Coombe is Lander Dental & Implant Clinic in Truro, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Truro Dental Health (2.3 miles) and Truro Orthodontic Practice (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Coombe?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Coombe, 16 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Coombe?
The nearest practice to Coombe that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lander Dental & Implant Clinic in Truro, about 2.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Truro Dental Health (2.3 miles) and Trafalgar House Dental Practice (2.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Coombe, Cornwall?
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 Coombe, Cornwall?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.