Orthodontic practices near Hunsdon
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Hunsdon; 12 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 8.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 8.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 8.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 8.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 8.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 8.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 8.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 8.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 8.8 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hunsdon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 8.2 miles west; the next are Saltash (10.9 miles west) and Totnes (11.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 8.2 miles west |
| Saltash | 1 | 10.9 miles west |
| Totnes | 2 | 11.8 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 12.4 miles north-east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 15.3 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 16.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hunsdon
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), 16.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 16.7 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 18.1 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 17.7 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 18.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hunsdon 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 | 18.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,597 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 46 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 557th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 8 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivybridge Community College — 1.4 miles Plympton Academy — 5.0 miles Hele's School — 5.6 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 — 8 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 11 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 12 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 | 12 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 1 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 Hunsdon
From Hunsdon the nearest practice is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 8.2 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clark House Dental (9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (8.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Hunsdon list clear aligners, the nearest 8.2 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 Hunsdon are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 8.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Hunsdon 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 210 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hunsdon
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Orthodontist in Hunsdon: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Hunsdon keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Devon, not just Hunsdon.
What local practice data suggests in Hunsdon
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Hunsdon itself. The nearest recorded are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 8 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 11 miles away; and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 12 miles away.
Hunsdon in context
Hunsdon — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 18.3% of Hunsdon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Hunsdon, 7.8% of the 1,597 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Hunsdon; the nearest is about 8 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Hunsdon are served by secondary schools including Ivybridge Community College (1.4 miles) and Plympton Academy (5.0 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Hunsdon's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Hunsdon is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 8 miles away.
Continue your local research
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About Hunsdon
Westlake is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Hunsdon.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Hunsdon
Many people in Hunsdon delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Hunsdon runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Hunsdon
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Hunsdon has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Hunsdon
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 Hunsdon practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hunsdon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hunsdon
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Hunsdon, Devon with surrounding locations. If you're still deciding, related pages for Westlake, Ivybridge, Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Ermington, Lee Mill, and Lee Mill Bridge may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Hunsdon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hunsdon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hunsdon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hunsdon is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 8.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Plymouth Orthodontics (8.2 miles) and Hartley Dental Plymouth (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hunsdon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hunsdon, 12 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 8.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hunsdon?
The nearest practice to Hunsdon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 8.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (8.2 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (8.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hunsdon, Devon?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Hunsdon, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.