Orthodontic practices near Gabber
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Gabber, 14 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 3.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 3.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 3.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 4.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 4.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mount Wise Dental PracticePlymouth | 4.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.6 (24 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gabber with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 3.2 miles north-west; the next are Saltash (6.5 miles north-west) and Totnes (19.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 3.2 miles north-west |
| Saltash | 1 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Totnes | 2 | 19.7 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 19.8 miles north-east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 22.2 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 24.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Gabber
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth (5.0 from 106 reviews), 3.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-west |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 19.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gabber 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 9.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,388 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5% aged 16 to 24 and 16.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 156 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 206th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.2 miles away, closer than 55% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Coombe Dean School — 2.0 miles Plymstock School — 2.3 miles Millbay Academy — 3.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,515 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, Plymouth — 3 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 6 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 20 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 17 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 Gabber
Gabber is 3.2 miles from Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clark House Dental (3.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (4.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Gabber list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 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 Gabber are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gabber
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Orthodontist in Gabber: This page was put together for people in Gabber who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Gabber or another part of Devon.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Down Thomas, Wembury Point, Heybrook Bay, Staddiscombe, Wembury, and Goosewell.
Useful local orthodontic context for Gabber
There is no orthodontist on our records in Gabber itself. The nearest we do hold are Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 3 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 6 miles away; and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 20 miles away.
The local picture in Gabber
Officially, Gabber is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Gabber falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Gabber has a smaller share of children than most areas — 9.5% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,388 residents in the neighbourhood around Gabber, 3.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Gabber has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Gabber attend schools such as Coombe Dean School (2.0 miles) and Plymstock School (2.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. National deprivation data ranks Gabber among England's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Gabber is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Gabber
Just under 1 km north, Down Thomas is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
All Orthodontic Options in Gabber Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Gabber has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Gabber
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Gabber
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Gabber helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Gabber runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Gabber. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Gabber
If Gabber, Devon is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Other local pages worth browsing include Down Thomas, Wembury Point, Heybrook Bay, Staddiscombe, Wembury, and Goosewell.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Gabber
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gabber often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gabber?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gabber is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 3.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Clark House Dental (3.3 miles) and Dental & Implant Centre (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gabber?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Gabber, 14 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gabber?
The nearest practice to Gabber that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, about 3.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (4.1 miles) and Plymouth Orthodontics (4.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gabber, 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 Gabber, Devon?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.