Orthodontic practices near Marytavy
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Marytavy; 16 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 11.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 11.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 11.9 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 12.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 12.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 13.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 13.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 13.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 Marytavy with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 11.7 miles south; the next are Saltash (12.5 miles south) and Ashburton (15.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 11.7 miles south |
| Saltash | 1 | 12.5 miles south |
| Ashburton | 2 | 15.7 miles east |
| Totnes | 2 | 20.7 miles south-east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 22.0 miles east |
| Cockington | 1 | 24.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Marytavy
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), 13.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 13.9 miles south |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 12.5 miles south |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 13.6 miles south |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 15.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Marytavy at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West 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 | 10.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,601 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 17.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 22 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 779th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tavistock College — 3.6 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 12 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 12 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 16 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 Marytavy
The nearest practice to Marytavy is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 11.7 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 16 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (12.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (13.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Marytavy list clear aligners, the nearest 11.7 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 Marytavy are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 11.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Marytavy to Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth is roughly 25 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 300 to 610 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £275 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Marytavy
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Orthodontist in Marytavy: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Marytavy. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Devon.
Marytavy in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Petertavy, around 1 km to the south.
Local orthodontic signals in Marytavy
There is no orthodontist on our records in Marytavy itself. The closest on record are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 12 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 12 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 16 miles away.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Petertavy, Cudlipptown, Horndon, Mary Tavy, Middlemoor, and Tavistock.
Area profile for Marytavy
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Marytavy sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 10.8% of Marytavy's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Marytavy, 5.7% of the 1,601 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Marytavy has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Marytavy are Tavistock College (3.6 miles). National deprivation data puts Marytavy close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Marytavy is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 11 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Marytavy
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Marytavy helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Marytavy
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Marytavy — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Marytavy — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 10.8% of Marytavy's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,601 residents in Marytavy's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. People in Marytavy usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Marytavy are served by secondary schools including Tavistock College (3.6 miles). Marytavy sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Marytavy is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Marytavy
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Marytavy can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Marytavy
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 Marytavy practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Marytavy. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Marytavy
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Marytavy, Devon. Other local pages worth browsing include Petertavy, Cudlipptown, Horndon, Mary Tavy, Middlemoor, and Tavistock.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Marytavy
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Marytavy often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Marytavy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Marytavy is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 11.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic (11.8 miles) and Meavy Way Dental Practice (11.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Marytavy?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Marytavy, 0 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 11.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Marytavy?
The nearest practice to Marytavy that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 11.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (11.9 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (12.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Marytavy, Devon?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Marytavy, Devon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.