Orthodontic practices near Diddywell
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Diddywell, 10 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, 2.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 2.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 5.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 6.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 7.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 7.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 7.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Diddywell with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bideford, 2.2 miles south; the next are Barnstaple (5.3 miles east) and Great Torrington (7.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bideford | 2 | 2.2 miles south |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 5.3 miles east |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 7.3 miles south |
| South Molton | 1 | 16.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Diddywell
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple (5.0 from 66 reviews), 7.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 7.4 miles east |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 7.3 miles south |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 16.4 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 6.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Diddywell at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Torridge |
| 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,489 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 22.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 371 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Devon | 123rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest secondary schools | Bideford College — 2.4 miles Braunton Academy — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,455 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 2 miles Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 5 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 11 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 Diddywell
Diddywell is 2.2 miles from The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Diddywell list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Diddywell are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 2.2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Diddywell
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Orthodontist in Diddywell: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Diddywell. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Diddywell itself or elsewhere in Devon.
Facts about Diddywell
Appledore is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Diddywell.
Widen your local search
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Appledore, Northam, Raleigh Estate, Silford, Bideford, and Instow.
What official data says about Diddywell
Diddywell — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 14.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,489 residents in the neighbourhood around Diddywell, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Diddywell attend schools such as Bideford College (2.4 miles) and Braunton Academy (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Diddywell close to the England median.
What local practice data suggests in Diddywell
There is no orthodontist on our records in Diddywell itself. The nearest recorded are The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 2 miles away; Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 5 miles away; and Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 7 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Diddywell
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Diddywell helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Diddywell
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Diddywell — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Diddywell
Patients in Diddywell have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Diddywell — Local Context
What's available in Diddywell depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Diddywell is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Diddywell falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Diddywell's under-16 share sits at 14.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,489 residents in the neighbourhood around Diddywell, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Diddywell attend schools such as Bideford College (2.4 miles) and Braunton Academy (4.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Diddywell is roughly mid-table for England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Diddywell itself. The nearest we do hold are The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 2 miles away; Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 5 miles away; and Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 7 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Diddywell. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Diddywell
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Diddywell, Devon within a broader nearby area. Nearby pages covering Appledore, Northam, Raleigh Estate, Silford, Bideford, and Instow may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Diddywell
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Diddywell often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Diddywell?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Diddywell is The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 2.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Queen Annes Dental Practice (2.2 miles) and Pure Dental Centre (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Diddywell?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Diddywell, 10 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Diddywell?
The nearest practice to Diddywell that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 2.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Pure Dental Centre (5.3 miles) and Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Diddywell, Devon?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Diddywell, Devon?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.