Orthodontic practices near Pennymoor
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Pennymoor; 16 practices within 20. The closest is Contemporary Dental in Exeter, 11.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contemporary DentalExeter | 11.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (353 reviews) |
| Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter | 11.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 12.0 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (462 reviews) |
| Life Dental & WellbeingExeter | 12.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (561 reviews) |
| The Exeter Dental CentreExeter | 12.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (510 reviews) |
| Exeter NHS Dental Access CentreExeter | 12.3 miles south | – | – | – | 3.9 (26 reviews) |
| Barnstaple Health CentreExeter | 12.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (58 reviews) |
| Just Smile DentalExeter | 12.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pennymoor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exeter, 11.8 miles south; the next are South Molton (12.8 miles north-west) and Topsham (15.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 12 | 11.8 miles south |
| South Molton | 1 | 12.8 miles north-west |
| Topsham | 2 | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Langford Budville | 1 | 18.3 miles east |
| Exmouth | 2 | 20.7 miles south-east |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 21.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pennymoor
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Exeter Advanced Dentistry (5.0 from 462 reviews), 12.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 5.0 (462 reviews) | 12.0 miles south |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 14.1 miles south-east |
| Life Dental & WellbeingExeter | 4.9 (561 reviews) | 12.0 miles south |
| Contemporary DentalExeter | 4.9 (353 reviews) | 11.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pennymoor at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid 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 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,734 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 25.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 34 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 | 783rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tiverton High School — 5.7 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Contemporary Dental, Exeter — 12 miles Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 13 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 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 Pennymoor
The nearest practice to Pennymoor is Contemporary Dental in Exeter, 11.8 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: Inspired Dental Care (13.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 10 of the practices around Pennymoor list clear aligners, the nearest 11.8 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 Pennymoor are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, 11.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pennymoor to Contemporary Dental 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 310 to 610 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £275 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pennymoor
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Orthodontist in Pennymoor: This page was put together for people in Pennymoor who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Devon.
Local treatment availability around Pennymoor
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pennymoor itself. The closest on record are Contemporary Dental in Exeter, about 12 miles away; Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, about 13 miles away; and Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 16 miles away.
Local snapshot of Pennymoor
Heading north-east for around 2 km brings you to Cruwys Morchard, the closest linked location.
Pennymoor in context
Pennymoor's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Pennymoor falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 17.8% of Pennymoor's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.2% of the 1,734 residents in Pennymoor's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Devon. Pennymoor 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. Secondary-age pupils near Pennymoor attend schools such as Tiverton High School (5.7 miles). Pennymoor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pennymoor is about 39 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Compare nearby areas
Nearby location pages including Cruwys Morchard, Nomansland, Way Village, Stockleigh English, Cheriton Fitzpaine, and Well Town can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
All Orthodontic Options in Pennymoor Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Pennymoor offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Pennymoor
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 Pennymoor practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Pennymoor
Many people in Pennymoor delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Pennymoor runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pennymoor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pennymoor
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Pennymoor, Devon with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Cruwys Morchard, Nomansland, Way Village, Stockleigh English, Cheriton Fitzpaine, and Well Town.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Pennymoor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pennymoor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pennymoor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pennymoor is Contemporary Dental in Exeter, about 11.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Exeter Orthodontic Practice (11.9 miles) and Exeter Advanced Dentistry (12.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pennymoor?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pennymoor, 0 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Exeter, 11.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pennymoor?
The nearest practice to Pennymoor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, about 11.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (13.7 miles) and Wellington Dental Practice (18.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pennymoor, Devon?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pennymoor, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.