NHS Treatment in Derriford 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 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of 1,730 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — under a mile; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Notre Dame RC School — 0.3 miles Tor Bridge High — 1.0 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — under a mile |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% 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 Derriford
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Derriford, 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 0.6 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 0.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 2.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 3.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Derriford with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth, 0.6 miles south; the next are Saltash (3.0 miles west) and Ashburton (17.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 6 | 0.6 miles south |
| Saltash | 1 | 3.0 miles west |
| Ashburton | 1 | 17.5 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 19.1 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 1 | 23.5 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 1 | 23.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Derriford
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), 3.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 0.6 miles south |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 1.0 miles south-west |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 4.8 (243 reviews) | 17.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Derriford, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Transit Way Dentist, 1.5 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, under a mile 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, under a mile away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Derriford 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.
NHS orthodontic treatment in Derriford follows a structured pathway from your dentist through to a specialist. The process starts with your dentist, includes a formal eligibility assessment, and places you on a waiting list. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Derriford?
Many patients in Plymouth wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Derriford
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Derriford 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 Derriford
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. NHS orthodontic waiting times in Plymouth vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Derriford — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Derriford's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Census 2021 counts 1,730 residents in the neighbourhood around Derriford, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Plymouth. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Derriford is under a mile from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. Derriford is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Derriford's under-16 share, 13.8%, is below the typical level. Families in Derriford are served by secondary schools including Notre Dame RC School (0.3 miles) and Tor Bridge High (1.0 miles). 10 secondary schools are within three miles. Derriford's Local Authority has 103 schools educating 39,211 pupils (DfE data). Derriford has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Derriford itself. The closest on record are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, under a mile away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 3 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 17 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Derriford
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Derriford?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Derriford is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 0.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Meavy Way Dental Practice (1.0 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (1.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Derriford?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Derriford, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Derriford?
The nearest practice to Derriford that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 0.6 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (1.0 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (1.0 miles).
What towns are near Derriford?
Nearby towns include Glenholt, Crownhill, Higher Compton.
How deprived is Derriford compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Derriford is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Derriford a family area?
Around 13.8% of Derriford's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Derriford?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board.
Can I switch from the NHS waiting list to private?
Yes, at any point — even while still on the NHS list. Plenty of patients do this to skip the wait or get access to ceramic or aligner options; you don't have to formally withdraw first, though it's polite to let the practice know.
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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