NHS Treatment in Manadon at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Devon Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 22.5% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.4% of 2,495 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, Plymouth — under a mile; 7 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Boniface's RC College — 0.4 miles Devonport High School for Girls — 0.7 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — about 2 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Manadon
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Manadon, 14 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, 0.6 miles north-east. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, 0.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 0.6 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 0.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 1.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 1.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 1.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 2.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Manadon with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth, 0.6 miles north-east; the next are Saltash (2.0 miles west) and Ashburton (18.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 6 | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Saltash | 1 | 2.0 miles west |
| Ashburton | 1 | 18.9 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 20.1 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 1 | 24.2 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 1 | 25.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Manadon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash (4.9 from 768 reviews), 2.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 2.0 miles west |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 1.2 miles north-east |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 0.6 miles north-east |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 4.8 (243 reviews) | 18.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Manadon, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Transit Way Dentist, under a mile away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 2 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Manadon are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Manadon, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Plymouth.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Manadon
On the NHS, one course of treatment runs from fitting right through to retainers, with nothing added along the way.
Private treatment in Manadon trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Manadon
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. NHS orthodontic waiting times in Plymouth vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Manadon. By national deprivation ranking, Manadon is roughly mid-table for England. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 2,495 residents in the neighbourhood around Manadon, 8.4% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Plymouth. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Manadon is about 2 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. NHS dental commissioning in Manadon falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. By ONS classification, Manadon falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. With 22.5% of residents under 16, Manadon has an above-average share of children. The closest secondary schools to Manadon are St Boniface's RC College (0.4 miles) and Devonport High School for Girls (0.7 miles). 15 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 103 schools and 39,211 pupils in Manadon's Local Authority area, per DfE data. With 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, Manadon is better served than 83% of towns in England. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Manadon itself. The nearest recorded are Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, under a mile away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 2 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 19 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Manadon?
Many patients in Plymouth wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Manadon
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. A photo assessment is a gentle way to get an early steer before booking anything.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
NHS Brace Eligibility in Manadon
Whether you or your child qualifies for NHS treatment in Manadon comes down to a structured assessment. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Manadon
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Manadon. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Manadon
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Manadon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Manadon is Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Meavy Way Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and Hartley Dental Plymouth (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Manadon?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Manadon, 14 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Manadon?
The nearest practice to Manadon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth, about 0.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (0.7 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (1.0 miles).
What county is Manadon in?
Manadon falls within Plymouth.
Is tooth decay common among young children near Manadon?
Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay, per OHID data.
What NHS area is Manadon in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board.
What towns are near Manadon?
Nearby towns include Eggbuckland, Higher Compton, Greenbank.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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