Orthodontic practices near Dartington
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Dartington, 16 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 1.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 1.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 5.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (603 reviews) |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 5.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 6.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 6.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 6.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dartington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Totnes, 1.1 miles east; the next are Ashburton (5.6 miles north) and Torquay (6.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Totnes | 2 | 1.1 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 5.6 miles north |
| Torquay | 4 | 6.1 miles east |
| Paignton | 2 | 6.4 miles east |
| Cockington | 1 | 6.8 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 7.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dartington
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), 6.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 6.1 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 7.8 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 6.8 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 7.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dartington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Hams |
| 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 |
| Population | 876 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,146 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 174 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Devon | 55th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.1 miles away, closer than 81% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 18 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Edward VI Community College — 0.7 miles Paignton Academy — 5.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 940 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 1 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 6 miles South Devon Dental, Torquay — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 32 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 Dartington
The nearest practice to Dartington is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 1.1 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 32.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (6.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Dartington list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dartington are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 18 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dartington
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Orthodontist in Dartington: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Dartington understand their options before committing to an appointment. It connects local orthodontic research in Dartington with the wider Devon area. Dartington — a small village with a population of around 876 — is covered on this page specifically.
A quick look at Dartington
Dartington has a population of around 876, making it a small village within Devon. Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Cott, the closest linked location.
Dartington in context
By ONS classification, Dartington falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Dartington falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 15.6% of Dartington's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 2,146 residents in Dartington's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Dartington are served by secondary schools including King Edward VI Community College (0.7 miles) and Paignton Academy (5.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Dartington sits close to the England average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dartington is about 18 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Widen your local search
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Cott, Longcause, Week, Huxham's Cross Estate, Harberton, and Littlehempston may also help.
Practice data for Dartington
There is no orthodontist on our records in Dartington itself. The closest on record are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about a mile away; Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 6 miles away; and South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 6 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Dartington
Orthodontic treatment in Dartington 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Dartington — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Dartington
The orthodontic landscape in Dartington offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Dartington
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Dartington practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dartington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dartington
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Dartington, Devon with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Cott, Longcause, Week, Huxham's Cross Estate, Harberton, and Littlehempston.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Dartington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dartington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dartington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dartington is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 1.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (1.5 miles) and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic (5.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dartington?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Dartington, 16 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dartington?
The nearest practice to Dartington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 1.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (1.5 miles) and Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (5.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dartington, 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 Dartington, Devon?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.