Orthodontic practices near Poltimore
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Poltimore, 15 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Exeter NHS Dental Access Centre, 3.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter NHS Dental Access CentreExeter | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.9 (26 reviews) |
| Barnstaple Health CentreExeter | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (58 reviews) |
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 3.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (462 reviews) |
| Centre for Womens HealthExeter | 3.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.1 (33 reviews) |
| Inspired Dental CareExeter | 3.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (219 reviews) |
| Just Smile DentalExeter | 3.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| The Exeter Dental CentreExeter | 3.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (510 reviews) |
| Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Poltimore with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exeter, 3.1 miles south-west; the next are Topsham (5.2 miles south) and Exmouth (10.0 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 12 | 3.1 miles south-west |
| Topsham | 2 | 5.2 miles south |
| Exmouth | 2 | 10.0 miles south |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 10.7 miles south-east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 12.3 miles south |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 16.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Poltimore
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Newton Abbot Dental (5.0 from 797 reviews), 16.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 16.9 miles south |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 20.0 miles south |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 17.0 miles south |
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 5.0 (462 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Poltimore at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,782 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 160 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 79% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 196th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.1 miles away, closer than 56% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Clyst Vale Community College — 1.3 miles St Luke's Church of England School — 1.9 miles St James School — 1.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 schools, about 4,104 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Exeter NHS Dental Access Centre, Exeter — 3 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 5 miles Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd, Exmouth — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 25 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 Poltimore
Poltimore is 3.1 miles from Exeter NHS Dental Access Centre, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Inspired Dental Care (3.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 15 of the practices around Poltimore list clear aligners, the nearest 3.5 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 Poltimore are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, 3.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Poltimore
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Orthodontist in Poltimore: Before booking anything in Poltimore, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is relevant to searches focused on both Poltimore and the wider Devon area.
Poltimore at a glance
Just around 1 km south-east, West Clyst is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Poltimore
Poltimore is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Poltimore. Poltimore's under-16 share sits at 18.4%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,782 residents in the neighbourhood around Poltimore, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Poltimore is better served than 79% 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 Poltimore attend schools such as Clyst Vale Community College (1.3 miles) and St Luke's Church of England School (1.9 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Poltimore sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Poltimore is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
What we know about practices near Poltimore
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Poltimore. The nearest we do hold are Exeter NHS Dental Access Centre, about 3 miles away; Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 5 miles away; and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 10 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can also compare treatment pages for West Clyst, Monkerton, Pinhoe, Dog Village, Columbjohn, and Huxham if you are weighing up more than one location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Poltimore
Starting orthodontic treatment in Poltimore can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Poltimore
Practices serving Poltimore differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Poltimore sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18.4% of Poltimore's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Poltimore, 7.5% of the 1,782 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Poltimore is better served than 79% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. The closest secondary schools to Poltimore are Clyst Vale Community College (1.3 miles) and St Luke's Church of England School (1.9 miles). 4 secondary schools are within three miles. Poltimore sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Poltimore is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Poltimore
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Poltimore can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Poltimore
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Poltimore. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Poltimore
This section helps connect Poltimore, Devon to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Nearby pages covering West Clyst, Monkerton, Pinhoe, Dog Village, Columbjohn, and Huxham may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Poltimore
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Poltimore often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Poltimore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Poltimore is Exeter NHS Dental Access Centre, about 3.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Barnstaple Health Centre (3.1 miles) and Exeter Advanced Dentistry (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Poltimore?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Poltimore, 15 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Poltimore?
The nearest practice to Poltimore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, about 3.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Exeter Orthodontic Practice (3.7 miles) and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (10.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Poltimore, 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 Poltimore, Devon?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.