Orthodontic practices near Porthilly
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Porthilly, 2 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, 3.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 3.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (149 reviews) |
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 3.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) |
| Gentle DentalNewquay | 10.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (66 reviews) |
| WEST FACE ORTHODONTICSAust | 14.7 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Mr J F Steyn - West Face OrthodonticsSt Austell | 14.8 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Manor House Dental & Implant ClinicSt Austell | 14.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (405 reviews) |
| Truro Road Dental PracticeSt Austell | 14.8 miles south | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care - St AustellSt Austell | 14.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.1 (21 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Porthilly with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wadebridge, 3.5 miles south-east; the next are Newquay (10.7 miles south-west) and Aust (14.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge | 2 | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Newquay | 1 | 10.7 miles south-west |
| Aust | 1 | 14.7 miles south |
| St Austell | 4 | 14.8 miles south |
| Grampound | 1 | 18.7 miles south |
| Truro | 9 | 20.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Porthilly
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (4.9 from 1,615 reviews), 3.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Manor House Dental & Implant ClinicSt Austell | 4.9 (405 reviews) | 14.8 miles south |
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 4.8 (149 reviews) | 3.5 miles south-east |
| Roseland Dental CareGrampound | 4.8 (33 reviews) | 18.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Porthilly at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 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 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,038 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 23.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 66 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Cornwall | 323rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 986 places in the county (the county median is 5.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.5 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Cornwall |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wadebridge School — 3.8 miles |
| Schools in council area | 294 schools, 73,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 29.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic, Wadebridge — 4 miles Gentle Dental, Newquay — 11 miles WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS, Aust — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 9 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 Porthilly
Porthilly is 3.5 miles from Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Dental Care - St Austell (14.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Porthilly list clear aligners, the nearest 3.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Porthilly are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall, 3.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Porthilly
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Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Splatt, Penmayne, Rock, Stoptide, Tregonce, and Pityme if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Porthilly in context
Porthilly is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Porthilly falls under NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board. Porthilly has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.9% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Porthilly, 6.5% of the 2,038 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Cornwall, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID data for this ICB shows 29.7% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Families in Porthilly are served by secondary schools including Wadebridge School (3.8 miles). Porthilly's Local Authority area covers 294 schools and 73,481 pupils, according to DfE figures. National deprivation data puts Porthilly close to the England median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Porthilly is about 36 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Porthilly at a glance
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Splatt, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Porthilly
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Porthilly. The nearest recorded are Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, about 4 miles away; Gentle Dental in Newquay, about 11 miles away; and WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS in Aust, about 15 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Porthilly
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Porthilly
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Porthilly
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Areas We Cover Around Porthilly
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Frequently Asked Questions in Porthilly
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Porthilly often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Porthilly?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Porthilly is Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, about 3.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (3.5 miles) and Gentle Dental (10.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Porthilly?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Porthilly, 2 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Porthilly?
The nearest practice to Porthilly that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall, about 3.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Gentle Dental (10.7 miles) and WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS (14.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Porthilly, Cornwall?
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 Porthilly, Cornwall?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.