Orthodontic practices near Rattery
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Rattery, 12 practices within 10 and 31 practices within 20. The closest is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 4.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 4.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 5.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (603 reviews) |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 5.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 9.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 9.4 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 9.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 9.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (534 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rattery with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Totnes, 4.1 miles east; the next are Ashburton (5.3 miles north) and Torquay (9.2 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Totnes | 2 | 4.1 miles east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 5.3 miles north |
| Torquay | 4 | 9.2 miles east |
| Paignton | 2 | 9.4 miles east |
| Cockington | 1 | 9.7 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 9.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rattery
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), 9.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 9.2 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 9.7 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 9.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rattery 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 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,488 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 22 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Devon | 273rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | King Edward VI Community College — 3.7 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 4 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 5 miles South Devon Dental, Torquay — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 31 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 Rattery
The nearest practice to Rattery is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 4.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 31.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (9.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 19 of the practices around Rattery list clear aligners, the nearest 4.1 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 Rattery are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rattery
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Orthodontist in Rattery: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Rattery often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Rattery itself or elsewhere in Devon.
More local pages to browse
Related pages for Dean Prior, Harbourneford, Lower Dean, Tigley, Deancombe, and Buckfastleigh are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Rattery in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Dean Prior, around 2 km to the north.
What official data says about Rattery
Rattery's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Rattery falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 15.8% of Rattery's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Rattery, 6.1% of the 2,488 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Rattery are King Edward VI Community College (3.7 miles). Rattery sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Rattery is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Rattery
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Rattery. The closest on record are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 4 miles away; Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 5 miles away; and South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 9 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Rattery
Starting orthodontic treatment in Rattery can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Rattery
Practices serving Rattery differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Rattery is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts 15.8% of Rattery's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Rattery, 6.1% of the 2,488 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Rattery attend schools such as King Edward VI Community College (3.7 miles). Rattery's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Rattery is about 15 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Rattery
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Rattery has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Rattery
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rattery. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rattery
This part of the page places Rattery, Devon in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for Dean Prior, Harbourneford, Lower Dean, Tigley, Deancombe, and Buckfastleigh.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rattery
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rattery often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rattery?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rattery is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 4.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (4.5 miles) and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rattery?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Rattery, 12 practices within 10 miles and 31 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rattery?
The nearest practice to Rattery that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses in Totnes, about 4.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (4.5 miles) and Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rattery, Devon?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Rattery, Devon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.