Orthodontic practices near Griggs
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Griggs, 3 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care in Uny Lelant, 1.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbis Bay Dental & Implant CareUny Lelant | 1.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (214 reviews) |
| The Lescudjack CentrePenzance | 5.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (77 reviews) |
| Chapel DentalCamborne | 6.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (85 reviews) |
| DM Orthotics LtdRedruth | 10.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Revitalise Dental CentreSaint Agnes | 13.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (76 reviews) |
| Threemilestone Dental PracticeTruro | 15.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (729 reviews) |
| Waterside DentalcarePenryn | 15.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| Smile TogetherFlushing | 15.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Griggs with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Uny Lelant, 1.5 miles north-west; the next are Penzance (5.7 miles south-west) and Camborne (6.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Uny Lelant | 1 | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Penzance | 1 | 5.7 miles south-west |
| Camborne | 1 | 6.6 miles east |
| Redruth | 1 | 10.4 miles north-east |
| Saint Agnes | 1 | 13.6 miles north-east |
| Truro | 9 | 15.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Griggs
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Observatory Dental Practice in Falmouth (5.0 from 253 reviews), 16.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Observatory Dental PracticeFalmouth | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 16.2 miles east |
| The Dental Hygiene SuiteTruro | 5.0 (176 reviews) | 17.9 miles east |
| Waterside DentalcarePenryn | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 15.5 miles east |
| Pure Dental Health TruroTruro | 4.9 (652 reviews) | 17.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Griggs at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,358 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 376 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Cornwall | 109th closest to an orthodontic practice of 986 places in the county (the county median is 5.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.5 miles away, closer than 75% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Cornwall |
| Nearest secondary schools | Hayle Academy — 1.3 miles St Ives School — 2.3 miles Humphry Davy School — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 1,203 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 294 schools, 73,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 29.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care, Uny Lelant — 2 miles The Lescudjack Centre, Penzance — 6 miles Chapel Dental, Camborne — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 18 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 Griggs
Griggs is 1.5 miles from Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care in Uny Lelant, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Revitalise Dental Centre (13.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Threemilestone Dental Practice (15.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 10 of the practices around Griggs list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Griggs are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chapel Dental in Camborne, 6.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Griggs
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Area profile for Griggs
By ONS classification, Griggs falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Griggs. 14.8% of Griggs's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Griggs, 6.4% of the 2,358 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Cornwall, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. 29.7% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Griggs are Hayle Academy (1.3 miles) and St Ives School (2.3 miles). 2 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 294 schools and 73,481 pupils in Griggs's Local Authority area, per DfE data. Griggs's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole.
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Pages for Uny Lelant, Rose-an-Grouse, Saint Erth, Foundry, Hayle, and Canon's Town follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What we know about practices near Griggs
There is no orthodontist on our records in Griggs itself. The nearest we do hold are Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care in Uny Lelant, about 2 miles away; The Lescudjack Centre in Penzance, about 6 miles away; and Chapel Dental in Camborne, about 7 miles away.
Facts about Griggs
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Uny Lelant, the closest linked location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Griggs
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Griggs
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Frequently Asked Questions in Griggs
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Griggs often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Griggs?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Griggs is Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care in Uny Lelant, about 1.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are The Lescudjack Centre (5.7 miles) and Chapel Dental (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Griggs?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Griggs, 3 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Griggs?
The nearest practice to Griggs that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chapel Dental in Camborne, about 6.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Revitalise Dental Centre (13.6 miles) and Threemilestone Dental Practice (15.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Griggs, Cornwall?
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 Griggs, Cornwall?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.