Orthodontic practices near Crockernwell
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Crockernwell; 26 practices within 20. The closest is Contemporary Dental in Exeter, 10.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contemporary DentalExeter | 10.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (353 reviews) |
| Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter | 10.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Life Dental & WellbeingExeter | 10.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (561 reviews) |
| The Exeter Dental CentreExeter | 10.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (510 reviews) |
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 10.6 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (462 reviews) |
| Just Smile DentalExeter | 10.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| Exeter NHS Dental Access CentreExeter | 11.2 miles east | – | – | – | 3.9 (26 reviews) |
| Barnstaple Health CentreExeter | 11.2 miles east | – | – | – | 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 Crockernwell with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exeter, 10.2 miles east; the next are Topsham (13.5 miles east) and Ashburton (14.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 12 | 10.2 miles east |
| Topsham | 2 | 13.5 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 14.0 miles south |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 16.4 miles south-east |
| Exmouth | 2 | 17.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crockernwell
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Newton Abbot Dental (5.0 from 797 reviews), 15.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 19.0 miles south-east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 15.0 miles south-east |
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 5.0 (462 reviews) | 10.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crockernwell at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Devon |
| 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,760 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 23.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 25 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 693rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 26 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Contemporary Dental, Exeter — 10 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 14 miles Devon Dental Centre of Excellence, Ashburton — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 26 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 Crockernwell
From Crockernwell the nearest practice is Contemporary Dental in Exeter, 10.2 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 26 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Inspired Dental Care (12.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Crockernwell list clear aligners, the nearest 10.2 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 Crockernwell are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, 10.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 26 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crockernwell to Contemporary Dental is roughly 25 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 270 to 530 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £120 to £240 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 270 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crockernwell
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Orthodontist in Crockernwell: People weighing up braces or aligners in Crockernwell can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Devon and the surrounding area.
Practice signals around Crockernwell
There is no orthodontist on our records in Crockernwell itself. The nearest recorded are Contemporary Dental in Exeter, about 10 miles away; Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 14 miles away; and Devon Dental Centre of Excellence in Ashburton, about 14 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Drewsteignton, Cheriton Bishop, Hittisleigh, Hittisleigh Barton, Woodland Head, and Moretonhampstead.
The local picture in Crockernwell
Officially, Crockernwell is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Crockernwell. 15.6% of Crockernwell's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,760 residents in Crockernwell's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. People in Crockernwell usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. By national deprivation ranking, Crockernwell is roughly mid-table for England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crockernwell is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 26 miles away.
Crockernwell at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Cheriton Bishop, around 2 km to the east.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Crockernwell
Orthodontic treatment in Crockernwell is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crockernwell
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Crockernwell. Officially, Crockernwell is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Crockernwell. Crockernwell's under-16 share sits at 15.6%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,760 residents in the neighbourhood around Crockernwell, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crockernwell; the nearest is about 10 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Crockernwell's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crockernwell is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 26 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Crockernwell Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Crockernwell has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Crockernwell 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 Crockernwell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crockernwell
These links help widen your research beyond Crockernwell, Devon if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Drewsteignton, Cheriton Bishop, Hittisleigh, Hittisleigh Barton, Woodland Head, and Moretonhampstead.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Crockernwell
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crockernwell often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crockernwell?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crockernwell is Contemporary Dental in Exeter, about 10.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Exeter Orthodontic Practice (10.3 miles) and Life Dental & Wellbeing (10.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crockernwell?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crockernwell, 0 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Exeter, 10.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crockernwell?
The nearest practice to Crockernwell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, about 10.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (12.4 miles) and Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (14.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crockernwell, 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 Crockernwell, Devon?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.