Orthodontic practices near Ivybridge
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ivybridge; 10 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 8.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 8.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 9.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 9.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 9.4 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 9.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 9.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 9.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 9.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 Ivybridge with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 8.9 miles west; the next are Totnes (10.8 miles east) and Ashburton (11.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 8.9 miles west |
| Totnes | 2 | 10.8 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 11.3 miles north-east |
| Saltash | 1 | 11.7 miles west |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 14.5 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 15.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ivybridge
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), 15.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 15.7 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 17.0 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 16.6 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 16.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ivybridge 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 11,851 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,463 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 | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,836 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 612th 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 — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivybridge Community College — 0.3 miles Plympton Academy — 5.8 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 — 9 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 11 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 11 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 | 10 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — under a mile |
| Postcode districts | PL21 |
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 Ivybridge
From Ivybridge the nearest practice is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 8.9 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 10 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clark House Dental (10 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (9.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ivybridge list clear aligners, the nearest 8.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ivybridge are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 8.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ivybridge 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 230 to 460 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £205 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 23.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ivybridge
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Orthodontist in Ivybridge: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Ivybridge keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Devon. Ivybridge — a market town with a population of around 11,851 — is covered on this page specifically.
What official data says about Ivybridge
Officially, Ivybridge is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ivybridge. Census data puts 16.3% of Ivybridge's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Ivybridge, 7.8% of the 2,463 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Ivybridge has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 9 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Ivybridge are Ivybridge Community College (0.3 miles) and Plympton Academy (5.8 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Ivybridge close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ivybridge is about 9 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Local provider signals in Ivybridge
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ivybridge. The nearest we do hold are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 9 miles away; Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 11 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 11 miles away.
Facts about Ivybridge
Ivybridge is home to around 11,851 people, classing it as a market town within Devon. Heading east for around 1 km brings you to Filham, the closest linked location.
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Nearby location pages including Filham, Hunsdon, Penquit, Westlake, Ermington, and Harford can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Ivybridge
Patients in Ivybridge have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Ivybridge
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Ivybridge — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Ivybridge
Orthodontic treatment in Ivybridge is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Ivybridge
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Ivybridge follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ivybridge. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ivybridge
If Ivybridge, Devon is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Filham, Hunsdon, Penquit, Westlake, Ermington, and Harford may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ivybridge
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ivybridge often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ivybridge?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ivybridge is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 8.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Plymouth Orthodontics (9.1 miles) and Hartley Dental Plymouth (9.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ivybridge?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ivybridge, 10 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 8.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ivybridge?
The nearest practice to Ivybridge that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 8.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (9.1 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (9.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ivybridge, Devon?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ivybridge, Devon?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.