Orthodontic practices near Goodrington
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Goodrington, 14 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is South Devon Dental in Torquay, 1.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 1.8 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 1.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 2.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 4.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 4.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (534 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 4.6 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Goodrington with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Torquay, 1.8 miles north; the next are Paignton (1.9 miles north) and Dartmouth (4.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Torquay | 4 | 1.8 miles north |
| Paignton | 2 | 1.9 miles north |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 4.0 miles south |
| Cockington | 1 | 4.6 miles north |
| Totnes | 2 | 5.0 miles west |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 8.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Goodrington
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), 1.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 1.8 miles north |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 8.5 miles north |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 4.6 miles north |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 8.4 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Goodrington at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Torbay |
| 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,059 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,184 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Borough of Torbay | 19th closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 1.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.8 miles away, closer than 71% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Borough of Torbay |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy — 1.1 miles Paignton Academy — 1.6 miles Brixham College — 3.0 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,630 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 45 schools, 19,593 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | South Devon Dental, Torquay — 2 miles GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic, Paignton — 2 miles Airlocum, Dartmouth — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 22 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | TQ4 |
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 Goodrington
The nearest practice to Goodrington is South Devon Dental in Torquay, 1.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (2.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 15 of the practices around Goodrington list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Goodrington are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Goodrington
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Orthodontist in Goodrington: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Goodrington. It is relevant to searches focused on both Goodrington and the wider Borough of Torbay area.
Compare nearby areas
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Broadsands, Churston Ferrers, Tweenaways, Galmpton, Paignton, and Higher Yalberton.
Where Goodrington sits locally
Just around 2 km south-east, Broadsands is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Useful local orthodontic context for Goodrington
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Goodrington itself. The nearest recorded are South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 2 miles away; GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic in Paignton, about 2 miles away; and Airlocum in Dartmouth, about 4 miles away.
What official data says about Goodrington
ONS classifies Goodrington as urban: Further from a major town or city. Goodrington sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.3% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,059 residents in the neighbourhood around Goodrington, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Borough of Torbay. Goodrington has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Goodrington are served by secondary schools including Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy (1.1 miles) and Paignton Academy (1.6 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. Goodrington's Local Authority area covers 45 schools and 19,593 pupils, according to DfE figures. Goodrington's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Goodrington is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Orthodontic Treatments in Goodrington
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Goodrington has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Goodrington
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Goodrington practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Goodrington
Starting orthodontic treatment in Goodrington can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Goodrington
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Goodrington 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 Goodrington. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Goodrington
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Goodrington, Borough of Torbay within a broader nearby area. If you're still deciding, related pages for Broadsands, Churston Ferrers, Tweenaways, Galmpton, Paignton, and Higher Yalberton may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Goodrington
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Goodrington often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Goodrington?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Goodrington is South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 1.8 miles to the north. The next closest are GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic (1.9 miles) and Expert Smile (2.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Goodrington?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Goodrington, 14 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Goodrington?
The nearest practice to Goodrington that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 4.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ocean Orthodontic Clinic (4.6 miles) and OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (4.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Goodrington, Borough of Torbay?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Goodrington, Borough of Torbay?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.