Orthodontic practices near Meddon
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Meddon; 6 practices within 20. The closest is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 12.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 12.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 12.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 13.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 18.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 19.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 20.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 20.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 20.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Meddon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bideford, 12.2 miles north-east; the next are Great Torrington (13.3 miles east) and Barnstaple (18.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bideford | 2 | 12.2 miles north-east |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 13.3 miles east |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 18.2 miles north-east |
| South Molton | 1 | 27.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Meddon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington (4.9 from 238 reviews), 13.3 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 13.3 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 19.0 miles north-east |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) | 12.3 miles north-east |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.6 (27 reviews) | 18.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Meddon at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Torridge |
| 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 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,674 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 | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 24% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 23 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 803rd 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 university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 38 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Queen Annes Dental Practice, Bideford — 12 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 13 miles Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 18 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, 6 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 Meddon
The nearest practice to Meddon is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 12.2 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. 6 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (12.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Meddon list clear aligners, the nearest 20.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Meddon are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, 12.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 38 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Meddon to Queen Annes Dental Practice 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 320 to 630 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £285 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Meddon
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Orthodontist in Meddon: People weighing up braces or aligners in Meddon can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Devon.
Local provider signals in Meddon
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Meddon. The closest on record are Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 12 miles away; Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 13 miles away; and Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 18 miles away.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as East Youlstone, Redmonsford, Forda, Philham, Tosberry, and Alfardisworthy.
A quick look at Meddon
East Youlstone is the closest neighbouring location page, around 2 km south of Meddon.
What official data says about Meddon
By ONS classification, Meddon falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Meddon falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 17.4% of Meddon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,674 residents in Meddon's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Devon. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Meddon; the nearest is about 12 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. National deprivation data puts Meddon close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Meddon is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 38 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Meddon
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Meddon 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 Meddon
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Meddon
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Meddon helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Meddon 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 Meddon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Meddon
This section helps connect Meddon, Devon to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can keep exploring with related pages for East Youlstone, Redmonsford, Forda, Philham, Tosberry, and Alfardisworthy.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Meddon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Meddon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Meddon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Meddon is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 12.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Quay Dental Practice (12.3 miles) and Torrington Dental Practice (13.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Meddon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Meddon, 0 practices within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bideford, 12.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Meddon?
The nearest practice to Meddon that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Queen Annes Dental Practice in Bideford, about 12.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Torrington Dental Practice (13.3 miles) and Pure Dental Centre (18.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Meddon, 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 Meddon, Devon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.