Orthodontic practices near Plymstock
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Plymstock, 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 2.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 2.2 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 2.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 2.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 2.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 2.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 2.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Mount Wise Dental PracticePlymouth | 3.8 miles west | – | – | – | 3.6 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Plymstock with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 2.2 miles west; the next are Saltash (5.3 miles north-west) and Ashburton (18.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 2.2 miles west |
| Saltash | 1 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Ashburton | 2 | 18.2 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 18.5 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 21.7 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 23.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Plymstock
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), 2.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 2.4 miles north-west |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 3.9 miles north-west |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 18.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Plymstock at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Plymouth |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Population | 24,103 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,468 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,094 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 13 practices, more than 81% of towns in England |
| Access within Plymouth | 48th closest to an orthodontic practice of 57 places in the county (the county median is 0.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Plymouth |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 4 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Plymstock School — 0.2 miles Coombe Dean School — 0.7 miles Lipson Co-operative Academy — 1.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 7 schools, about 7,316 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 103 schools, 39,211 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, Plymouth — 2 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 5 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 18 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 18 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | PL9 |
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 Plymstock
Plymstock is 2.2 miles from Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clark House Dental (2.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (2.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Plymstock list clear aligners, the nearest 2.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Plymstock are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Plymstock
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Orthodontist in Plymstock: This page was put together for people in Plymstock who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Plymstock or another part of Plymouth. Plymstock — a market town with a population of around 24,103 — is covered on this page specifically.
The local picture in Plymstock
Plymstock is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Plymstock's under-16 share sits at 16.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Plymstock, 7.2% of the 1,468 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Plymouth, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Plymstock has more choice than 81% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Plymstock attend schools such as Plymstock School (0.2 miles) and Coombe Dean School (0.7 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. Plymstock's Local Authority area covers 103 schools and 39,211 pupils, according to DfE figures. Plymstock falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Plymstock is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 4 miles away.
A quick look at Plymstock
Plymstock has a population of around 24,103, making it a market town within Plymouth. The nearest other location we cover is Pomphlett, under 1 km to the west.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Pomphlett, Billacombe, Goosewell, Elburton, Oreston, and Plympton Erle may also help.
What local practice data suggests in Plymstock
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Plymstock itself. The nearest recorded are Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 2 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 5 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 18 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Plymstock
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Plymstock helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Plymstock follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Plymstock
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Plymstock has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Plymstock — Local Context
Not every practice near Plymstock offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Plymstock — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 16.8% of Plymstock's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Plymstock, 7.2% of the 1,468 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Plymouth, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (13), Plymstock has more choice than 81% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Plymstock are served by secondary schools including Plymstock School (0.2 miles) and Coombe Dean School (0.7 miles). 7 secondary schools are within three miles. There are 103 schools and 39,211 pupils in Plymstock's Local Authority area, per DfE data. National deprivation data ranks Plymstock among England's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Plymstock is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 4 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Plymstock itself. The closest on record are Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 2 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 5 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 18 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Plymstock. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Plymstock
This section helps connect Plymstock, Plymouth to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. This page links onward to Pomphlett, Billacombe, Goosewell, Elburton, Oreston, and Plympton Erle for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Plymstock
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Plymstock often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Plymstock?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Plymstock is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 2.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Clark House Dental (2.4 miles) and Dental & Implant Centre (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Plymstock?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Plymstock, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Plymstock?
The nearest practice to Plymstock that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, about 2.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (2.5 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (2.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Plymstock, Plymouth?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Plymstock, Plymouth?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.