Orthodontic practices near Loxhore
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Loxhore, 7 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Implants Devon in Barnstaple, 4.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 4.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 4.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 5.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 6.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 10.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Loxhore with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnstaple, 4.7 miles south-west; the next are South Molton (10.1 miles south-east) and Bideford (12.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple | 7 | 4.7 miles south-west |
| South Molton | 1 | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Bideford | 2 | 12.4 miles south-west |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 14.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Loxhore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple (5.0 from 66 reviews), 4.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-west |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 14.3 miles south-west |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 5.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Loxhore at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North 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 | 15.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,052 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 23.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 26 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 313th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest secondary schools | Pilton Community College — 4.9 miles The Park Community School — 5.2 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Implants Devon, Barnstaple — 5 miles Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 10 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 11 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 Loxhore
The nearest practice to Loxhore is Dental Implants Devon in Barnstaple, 4.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (12.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Loxhore list clear aligners, the nearest 4.9 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 Loxhore are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple, 4.9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Loxhore
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Orthodontist in Loxhore: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Loxhore. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Devon and the surrounding area.
Nearby location pages
For a broader view, related location pages cover Halsey Lake, Chelfham, Shirwell, Patchole, Bratton Fleming, and Stoke Rivers as well as this one.
Useful local orthodontic context for Loxhore
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Loxhore. The closest on record are Dental Implants Devon in Barnstaple, about 5 miles away; Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, about 10 miles away; and The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 12 miles away.
Facts about Loxhore
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Halsey Lake, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Loxhore
Loxhore is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 15.2% of Loxhore's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,052 residents in the neighbourhood around Loxhore, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. Loxhore has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Loxhore attend schools such as Pilton Community College (4.9 miles) and The Park Community School (5.2 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Loxhore is roughly mid-table for England.
All Orthodontic Options in Loxhore Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Loxhore offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Loxhore
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Loxhore
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Loxhore helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Loxhore
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Loxhore
Provision in Loxhore varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Loxhore's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Loxhore falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 15.2% of Loxhore's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,052 residents in the neighbourhood around Loxhore, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. Loxhore has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Loxhore are Pilton Community College (4.9 miles) and The Park Community School (5.2 miles). National deprivation data puts Loxhore close to the England median. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Loxhore. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Loxhore
This section helps connect Loxhore, Devon to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can also browse nearby location pages including Halsey Lake, Chelfham, Shirwell, Patchole, Bratton Fleming, and Stoke Rivers.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Loxhore
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Loxhore often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Loxhore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Loxhore is Dental Implants Devon in Barnstaple, about 4.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are St John's Dental Centre (4.7 miles) and Next Wave Dental (4.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Loxhore?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Loxhore, 7 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Loxhore?
The nearest practice to Loxhore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple, about 4.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Litchdon Medical Centre (5.0 miles) and Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (5.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Loxhore, 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 Loxhore, 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.