Orthodontic practices near Filham
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Filham; 3 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 9.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 9.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 9.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 10.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 10.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 10.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 10.3 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 10.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 10.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Filham with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 9.8 miles west; the next are Totnes (9.9 miles east) and Ashburton (10.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 9.8 miles west |
| Totnes | 2 | 9.9 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 10.7 miles north-east |
| Saltash | 1 | 12.6 miles west |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 13.6 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 14.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Filham
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), 14.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 14.8 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 15.8 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Filham 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,454 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 29.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 70 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 664th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivybridge Community College — 0.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,262 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 10 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 10 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — under a mile |
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 Filham
The nearest practice to Filham is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 9.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clark House Dental (10.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (10.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Filham list clear aligners, the nearest 9.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Filham are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 9.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Filham to Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth is roughly 20 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 250 to 510 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £230 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 250 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Filham
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Filham, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Filham with the wider Devon area.
Practice data for Filham
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Filham. The nearest we do hold are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 10 miles away; Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 10 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 11 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Ivybridge, Penquit, Bittaford, Ludbrook, Moorhaven Village, and Ermington as well as this one.
Facts about Filham
Just around 1 km west, Ivybridge is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What official data says about Filham
Filham is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Filham sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Filham's under-16 share sits at 18.1%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,454 residents in the neighbourhood around Filham, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. People in Filham usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Filham are Ivybridge Community College (0.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Filham sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Filham is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Filham
Many people in Filham delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Filham
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Filham follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
All Orthodontic Options in Filham Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Filham has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Filham offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Filham. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Filham
If Filham, Devon is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Ivybridge, Penquit, Bittaford, Ludbrook, Moorhaven Village, and Ermington.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Filham
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Filham often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Filham?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Filham is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 9.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (9.9 miles) and Plymouth Orthodontics (10.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Filham?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Filham, 3 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 9.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Filham?
The nearest practice to Filham that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 9.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (9.9 miles) and Plymouth Orthodontics (10.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Filham, Devon?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Filham, Devon?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.