Retainers in Curtisknowle at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Expert Smile, Paignton — 11.2 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | Nuvo Dental Plymouth, Plymouth — 17.1 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 10.1 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of 2,466 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 4 within 10, 30 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 46 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 near Curtisknowle listing retainers
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Curtisknowle; 4 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, 6.1 miles north-east. The nearest listing retainers is Expert Smile, 11.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert SmilePaignton | 11.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 11.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (534 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 15.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 15.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 16.0 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 17.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (697 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Curtisknowle with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Paignton, 11.2 miles north-east; the next are Cockington (11.9 miles north-east) and Plymouth (15.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Paignton | 1 | 11.2 miles north-east |
| Cockington | 1 | 11.9 miles north-east |
| Plymouth | 4 | 15.6 miles west |
| Saltash | 1 | 18.0 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Curtisknowle
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Cockington (5.0 from 534 reviews), 11.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 11.9 miles north-east |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 11.2 miles north-east |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 18.0 miles west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 17.1 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Curtisknowle
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Expert Smile, Paignton (11.2 miles) | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic (11.9 miles); Smile Care Cosmetic Centre (15.6 miles) | 7 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | Nuvo Dental Plymouth (17.1 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton (10.1 miles) | Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (10.2 miles); GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic (10.5 miles) | 11 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Cockington (11.9 miles) | Smile Care Cosmetic Centre (15.6 miles); Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (15.7 miles) | 6 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
After braces or aligners, the bone and fibres around each tooth need time to settle. During the months of remodelling, retainers hold the teeth precisely where treatment left them. Orthodontists in Curtisknowle typically fit them the same day braces come off.
Retainer Services in Curtisknowle
Practices serving Curtisknowle differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Curtisknowle is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.8% of Curtisknowle's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,466 residents in the neighbourhood around Curtisknowle, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Curtisknowle has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Curtisknowle are served by secondary schools including King Edward VI Community College (6.0 miles). Curtisknowle'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 Curtisknowle is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 15 miles away. See local practice availability in Curtisknowle → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
As a guide, private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) in Curtisknowle usually ranges from £80 to £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Curtisknowle can usually provide replacement retainers.
Looking After Retainers in Curtisknowle
Essix retainers need replacing every one to three years on average — heat from dishwashers, hot drinks or a hot car warps the plastic. Clean them with a soft brush and cold water, never abrasive toothpaste, and use cleaning tablets occasionally.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Curtisknowle can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Which Retainer Is Right for You in Curtisknowle?
Fixed (bonded) retainers sit permanently behind the front teeth as a discreet bonded wire, holding the result with zero patient effort. The trade-off is cleaning: floss threaders or interdental brushes are needed to keep the area healthy.
Essix retainers are the transparent tray-style retainer worn over the teeth — nearly invisible and comfortable, though the plastic warps if exposed to heat and usually lasts one to three years.
Hawley retainers are the classic removable retainer: robust, adjustable, and long-lived, with the only real downside being that the front wire is visible when in.
Many orthodontists in Curtisknowle now provide both a fixed wire for continuous protection and a removable Essix tray for overnight use, combining the strengths of each.
Life After Braces in Curtisknowle
Post-treatment aftercare is arguably the most important phase of orthodontic treatment in Curtisknowle. The best clinical outcome can be lost within months if retention is neglected. This guide covers everything that happens after active treatment ends.
Aftercare Services in Curtisknowle
Practices serving Curtisknowle differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Curtisknowle is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Curtisknowle sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Curtisknowle's under-16 share sits at 15.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,466 residents in the neighbourhood around Curtisknowle, 5.6% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. People in Curtisknowle usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Curtisknowle are served by secondary schools including King Edward VI Community College (6.0 miles). Curtisknowle sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Curtisknowle is about 15 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Curtisknowle
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Curtisknowle?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Curtisknowle is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 6.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (6.2 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (8.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Curtisknowle?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Curtisknowle, 4 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Totnes, 6.1 miles away.
Where can I get a retainer near Curtisknowle?
The nearest practice to Curtisknowle that lists retainers is Expert Smile in Paignton, about 11.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Ocean Orthodontic Clinic (11.9 miles) and Smile Care Cosmetic Centre (15.6 miles).
What kind of area is Curtisknowle?
ONS classifies Curtisknowle as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How deprived is Curtisknowle compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Curtisknowle is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Curtisknowle?
OHID figures for this ICB show 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay.
What county is Curtisknowle in?
Curtisknowle falls within Devon.
Are retainers uncomfortable to wear?
Most people adapt within days. A removable one feeling tight, especially after a gap in wear, is actually a good sign — it's doing its job. A fixed wire is soon forgotten; a persistent sore spot is worth getting checked.
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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