Orthodontic practices near Lipson
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Lipson, 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth, 0.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 0.6 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 0.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 0.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 0.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 0.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 1.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 1.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 2.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lipson with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 0.6 miles west; the next are Saltash (3.4 miles north-west) and Ashburton (18.5 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 0.6 miles west |
| Saltash | 1 | 3.4 miles north-west |
| Ashburton | 2 | 18.5 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 19.5 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 23.1 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 24.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Lipson
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), 0.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 0.6 miles west |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 3.4 miles north-west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 2.1 miles west |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 18.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Lipson at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Plymouth |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,554 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 20.5% aged 16 to 24 and 39.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 35.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 9,396 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Plymouth | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 57 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 90% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Plymouth |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 3 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lipson Co-operative Academy — 0.4 miles Plymouth High School for Girls — 0.7 miles Eggbuckland Community College — 1.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 17 schools, about 14,669 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 103 schools, 39,211 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental & Implant Centre, Plymouth — under a mile Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 3 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 18 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 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 Lipson
The nearest practice to Lipson is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clark House Dental (1.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Lipson list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Lipson are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Orthodontics, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Lipson
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Orthodontist in Lipson: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Lipson understand their options before committing to an appointment. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Lipson itself or elsewhere in Plymouth.
Practice data for Lipson
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Lipson itself. The closest on record are Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth, under a mile away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 3 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 18 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
Nearby location pages including Mount Gould, Cattedown, Greenbank, Higher Compton, Laira, and Lower Compton can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
The local picture in Lipson
Lipson — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 17.8% of Lipson's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Lipson, 6.3% of the 1,554 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Plymouth, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Lipson is better served than 83% 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 Lipson are served by secondary schools including Lipson Co-operative Academy (0.4 miles) and Plymouth High School for Girls (0.7 miles). 17 secondary schools are within three miles. Lipson's Local Authority area covers 103 schools and 39,211 pupils, according to DfE figures. Lipson's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Lipson is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 3 miles away.
Facts about Lipson
Mount Gould is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Lipson.
The Orthodontic Journey in Lipson
Starting orthodontic treatment in Lipson can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Lipson follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
All Orthodontic Options in Lipson Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Lipson has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Lipson
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Lipson. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Lipson
These local links are here for anyone comparing Lipson, Plymouth against nearby alternatives. You can also browse nearby location pages including Mount Gould, Cattedown, Greenbank, Higher Compton, Laira, and Lower Compton.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Lipson
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Lipson often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lipson?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lipson is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth, about 0.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Plymouth Orthodontics (0.6 miles) and Smile Care Cosmetic Centre (0.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lipson?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Lipson, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lipson?
The nearest practice to Lipson that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Orthodontics, about 0.6 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (0.8 miles) and Clark House Dental (1.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Lipson, Plymouth?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Lipson, Plymouth?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.