NHS Treatment in Crapstone at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Devon Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of 1,819 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 5.5 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tavistock College — 4.1 miles Notre Dame RC School — 4.8 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — about 5 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Crapstone
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Crapstone; 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 5.5 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 5.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 5.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 5.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 6.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 7.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crapstone with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth, 5.5 miles south; the next are Saltash (6.6 miles south-west) and Ashburton (15.9 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 6 | 5.5 miles south |
| Saltash | 1 | 6.6 miles south-west |
| Ashburton | 1 | 15.9 miles east |
| Totnes | 2 | 19.0 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 1 | 22.4 miles east |
| Torquay | 1 | 23.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crapstone
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash (4.9 from 768 reviews), 6.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 6.6 miles south-west |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 5.5 miles south |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 5.8 miles south |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 4.8 (243 reviews) | 15.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Crapstone, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Transit Way Dentist, 5.7 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 5.5 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 5 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Crapstone are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Crapstone focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Understanding its limits helps families in Crapstone plan around realistic waiting times.
How the NHS Route Works in Crapstone
From first check-up to retainers, the NHS process in Crapstone runs like this:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Crapstone.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Crapstone
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Crapstone trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Crapstone
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Devon differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Crapstone — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Crapstone falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 1,819 residents in the neighbourhood around Crapstone, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Crapstone is about 5 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. For NHS dental services, Crapstone falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Crapstone falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Crapstone's under-16 share, 13.5%, is below the typical level. Families in Crapstone are served by secondary schools including Tavistock College (4.1 miles) and Notre Dame RC School (4.8 miles). No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crapstone; the nearest is about 6 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Crapstone. The closest on record are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 6 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 7 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 16 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Crapstone
For many families in Crapstone, the question isn't whether their child needs treatment — it's when to start. Parents in Crapstone increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
The Age-7 Assessment
British Orthodontic Society guidance points to age 7 for an assessment where there's a noticeable concern — by then most children have their first permanent molars and incisors through, which is enough for an orthodontist to judge jaw relationships, arch development, bite and likely future crowding.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Crapstone
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Crapstone.
Eligibility in Crapstone — Local Context
How long NHS treatment takes to start in Devon depends heavily on the individual practice's current caseload.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Crapstone
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crapstone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crapstone is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 5.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Meavy Way Dental Practice (5.7 miles) and Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic (5.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crapstone?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crapstone, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 5.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crapstone?
The nearest practice to Crapstone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 5.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (5.7 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (5.8 miles).
How deprived is Crapstone compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Crapstone is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How's children's dental health in Crapstone's area?
Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
How many families live in Crapstone?
Around 13.5% of Crapstone's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Which NHS body covers Crapstone for dental care?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board.
Are NHS orthodontists the same as private ones?
Often the same specialist orthodontists provide both NHS and private care, sometimes from the same practice. The clinical skill is identical; what differs is the appliance choice, waiting time and level of personalisation between the two funding routes.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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