Orthodontic practices near Horndon
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Horndon; 16 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 13.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 13.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 13.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 13.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 13.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 13.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 14.6 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 14.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 15.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Horndon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 13.1 miles south; the next are Saltash (13.9 miles south) and Ashburton (15.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 13.1 miles south |
| Saltash | 1 | 13.9 miles south |
| Ashburton | 2 | 15.8 miles east |
| Totnes | 2 | 21.0 miles south-east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 21.8 miles east |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 24.4 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Horndon
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), 15.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 15.3 miles south |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 13.9 miles south |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 15.1 miles south |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 15.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Horndon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West Devon |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 10.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,601 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 17.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 22 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 847th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 13 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tavistock College — 4.9 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 13 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 14 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 16 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 Horndon
The nearest practice to Horndon is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 13.1 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. 16 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (13.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (14.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Horndon list clear aligners, the nearest 13.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Horndon are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 13.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 13 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Horndon to Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth is roughly 30 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 340 to 680 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £305 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Horndon
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What official data says about Horndon
Horndon's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Horndon falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 10.8% of Horndon's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,601 residents in Horndon's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Horndon; the nearest is about 13 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 Horndon are Tavistock College (4.9 miles). National deprivation data puts Horndon close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Horndon is about 13 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
A quick look at Horndon
Just around 1 km south, Cudlipptown is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What we know about practices near Horndon
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Horndon itself. The nearest we do hold are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 13 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 14 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Horndon
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Horndon can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
How to Choose in Horndon
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 Horndon practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Horndon
Starting orthodontic treatment in Horndon 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Horndon
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Horndon — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Horndon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Horndon
This section helps connect Horndon, Devon to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Related nearby location pages such as Cudlipptown, Marytavy, Mary Tavy, Petertavy, Vale Down, and Lydford can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Horndon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Horndon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Horndon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Horndon is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 13.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Meavy Way Dental Practice (13.3 miles) and Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic (13.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Horndon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Horndon, 0 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 13.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Horndon?
The nearest practice to Horndon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 13.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (13.3 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (13.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Horndon, Devon?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Horndon, Devon?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.