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Orthodontic practices near Doddiscombsleigh

On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Doddiscombsleigh; 19 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, 5.4 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter5.4 miles north-east✓✓✓4.9 (202 reviews)
Life Dental & WellbeingExeter5.4 miles north-east––✓4.9 (561 reviews)
Contemporary DentalExeter5.4 miles north-east–✓✓4.9 (353 reviews)
The Exeter Dental CentreExeter5.5 miles north-east–––4.8 (510 reviews)
Just Smile DentalExeter5.6 miles north-east–––4.9 (139 reviews)
Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter5.7 miles north-east–––5.0 (462 reviews)
Centre for Womens HealthExeter5.9 miles north-east–––4.1 (33 reviews)
Dental House ExeterExeter5.9 miles east–✓✓5.0 (110 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Doddiscombsleigh with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exeter, 5.4 miles north-east; the next are Topsham (6.8 miles east) and Dawlish (9.1 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Exeter125.4 miles north-east
Topsham26.8 miles east
Dawlish19.1 miles south-east
Exmouth29.6 miles east
Newton Abbot39.7 miles south
Ashburton212.0 miles south-west

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Doddiscombsleigh

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), 16.3 miles south.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
South Devon DentalTorquay5.0 (820 reviews)16.3 miles south
Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot5.0 (797 reviews)9.7 miles south
Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington5.0 (534 reviews)13.5 miles south
Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot5.0 (533 reviews)9.7 miles south

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Doddiscombsleigh at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaTeignbridge
NHS dental servicesNHS Devon Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1616% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,313 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally6.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24.2% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre24 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health14% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Devon382nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles)
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon
Nearest university dental hospitalPeninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 28 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsMatford Brook Academy — 4.3 miles
West Exe School — 4.3 miles
Isca Academy — 5.5 miles
5-year-olds with visible decay22.6% across the local ICB (OHID)
Nearest orthodontic practicesExeter Orthodontic Practice, Exeter — 5 miles
Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 7 miles
Terrace Dental Care, Dawlish — 9 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles19 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 Doddiscombsleigh

From Doddiscombsleigh the nearest practice is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, 5.4 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. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 32.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Inspired Dental Care (6.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Doddiscombsleigh list clear aligners, the nearest 5.4 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 Doddiscombsleigh are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, 5.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 28 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Doddiscombsleigh to Exeter Orthodontic Practice is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.

Orthodontic Treatment In Doddiscombsleigh

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Local orthodontic treatment in Doddiscombsleigh

Orthodontist in Doddiscombsleigh: Before booking anything in Doddiscombsleigh, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Devon.

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Local context for Doddiscombsleigh

The nearest other location we cover is Dunchideock, around 2 km to the east.

Practice data for Doddiscombsleigh

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Doddiscombsleigh itself. The nearest we do hold are Exeter Orthodontic Practice, about 5 miles away; Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 7 miles away; and Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, about 9 miles away.

The local picture in Doddiscombsleigh

Doddiscombsleigh is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 16% of Doddiscombsleigh's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,313 residents in the neighbourhood around Doddiscombsleigh, 6.2% 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 Doddiscombsleigh; the nearest is about 5 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Doddiscombsleigh are served by secondary schools including Matford Brook Academy (4.3 miles) and West Exe School (4.3 miles). National deprivation data puts Doddiscombsleigh close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Doddiscombsleigh is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 28 miles away.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Doddiscombsleigh

Orthodontic treatment in Doddiscombsleigh is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Doddiscombsleigh

  • What treatment do you recommend and why?
  • How long will treatment take for my specific case?
  • What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
  • What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
  • What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
  • Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Doddiscombsleigh

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Doddiscombsleigh. Doddiscombsleigh is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Doddiscombsleigh sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16% of Doddiscombsleigh's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,313 residents in the neighbourhood around Doddiscombsleigh, 6.2% 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 Doddiscombsleigh; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Doddiscombsleigh attend schools such as Matford Brook Academy (4.3 miles) and West Exe School (4.3 miles). Doddiscombsleigh sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Doddiscombsleigh is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

All Orthodontic Options in Doddiscombsleigh Explained

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Doddiscombsleigh has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Doddiscombsleigh

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Doddiscombsleigh — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Doddiscombsleigh. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Doddiscombsleigh

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Doddiscombsleigh often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Doddiscombsleigh?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Doddiscombsleigh is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, about 5.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Life Dental & Wellbeing (5.4 miles) and Contemporary Dental (5.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Doddiscombsleigh?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Doddiscombsleigh, 19 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Exeter, 5.4 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Doddiscombsleigh?

The nearest practice to Doddiscombsleigh that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, about 5.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (6.5 miles) and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (9.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Doddiscombsleigh, Devon?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Doddiscombsleigh, Devon?

Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.

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TitleDoddiscombsleigh, Devon Clear Braces & Aligners
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Published1 June 2022
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