Orthodontic practices near Moorhaven Village
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Moorhaven Village; 4 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 8.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 8.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 8.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 9.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (603 reviews) |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 9.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 11.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 11.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 11.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 11.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 Moorhaven Village with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Totnes, 8.5 miles east; the next are Ashburton (9.4 miles north-east) and Plymouth (11.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Totnes | 2 | 8.5 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 9.4 miles north-east |
| Plymouth | 13 | 11.0 miles west |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 12.5 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 13.4 miles east |
| Paignton | 2 | 13.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Moorhaven Village
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is South Devon Dental in Torquay (5.0 from 820 reviews), 13.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 13.4 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 14.8 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 14.3 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 14.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Moorhaven Village at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Hams |
| 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,454 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 29.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 70 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 584th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivybridge Community College — 2.1 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,262 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 8 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 9 miles Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 4 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 2 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 Moorhaven Village
From Moorhaven Village the nearest practice is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 8.5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clark House Dental (12.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (11.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Moorhaven Village list clear aligners, the nearest 8.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Moorhaven Village are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 8.5 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 Moorhaven Village to Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses is roughly 20 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 220 to 440 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Moorhaven Village
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Orthodontist in Moorhaven Village: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Moorhaven Village often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is relevant to searches focused on both Moorhaven Village and the wider Devon area.
Moorhaven Village in context
Moorhaven Village — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. 18.1% of Moorhaven Village's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,454 residents in the neighbourhood around Moorhaven Village, 6.6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Moorhaven Village; the nearest is about 9 miles away. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Moorhaven Village attend schools such as Ivybridge Community College (2.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Moorhaven Village close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Moorhaven Village is about 11 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Local context for Moorhaven Village
Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Bittaford, the closest linked location.
What local practice data suggests in Moorhaven Village
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Moorhaven Village itself. The nearest we do hold are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 8 miles away; Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 9 miles away; and Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 11 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Bittaford, Cheston, Ugborough, Wrangaton, Filham, and Ludbrook may also help.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Moorhaven Village
Orthodontic treatment in Moorhaven Village is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Moorhaven Village
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Moorhaven Village — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Moorhaven Village
Patients in Moorhaven Village have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Moorhaven Village
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 Moorhaven Village practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Moorhaven Village. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Moorhaven Village
If Moorhaven Village, Devon is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Other local pages worth browsing include Bittaford, Cheston, Ugborough, Wrangaton, Filham, and Ludbrook.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Moorhaven Village
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Moorhaven Village often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Moorhaven Village?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Moorhaven Village is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 8.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (8.7 miles) and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic (9.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Moorhaven Village?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Moorhaven Village, 4 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Totnes, 8.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Moorhaven Village?
The nearest practice to Moorhaven Village that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 8.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (8.7 miles) and Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (9.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Moorhaven Village, Devon?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Moorhaven Village, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.