Orthodontic practices near Ringmore
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ringmore; 27 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 11.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 11.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 11.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 11.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 11.7 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 11.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 11.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 11.9 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 12.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ringmore with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 11.6 miles north-west; the next are Totnes (13.3 miles north-east) and Dartmouth (13.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 11.6 miles north-west |
| Totnes | 2 | 13.3 miles north-east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 13.8 miles east |
| Saltash | 1 | 14.6 miles north-west |
| Ashburton | 2 | 16.2 miles north-east |
| Torquay | 4 | 17.3 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 Ringmore
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), 17.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 19.1 miles north-east |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 18.2 miles north-east |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 11.7 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ringmore 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,081 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.2% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 49 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 | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 773rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 12 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsbridge Academy — 5.3 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, Plymouth — 12 miles Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic, Totnes — 13 miles Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic, Dartmouth — 14 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, 27 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 6 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 Ringmore
From Ringmore the nearest practice is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 11.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 27 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clark House Dental (11.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (11.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ringmore list clear aligners, the nearest 11.6 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 Ringmore are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, 11.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 12 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ringmore to Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice 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 300 to 600 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £270 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ringmore
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Orthodontist in Ringmore: People weighing up braces or aligners in Ringmore can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Devon, not just Ringmore.
Facts about Ringmore
Just around 1 km south, Challaborough is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The local picture in Ringmore
Ringmore is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Ringmore falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. 15.1% of Ringmore's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,081 residents in the neighbourhood around Ringmore, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ringmore; the nearest is about 12 miles away. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). The closest secondary schools to Ringmore are Kingsbridge Academy (5.3 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Ringmore is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ringmore is about 12 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
More local pages to browse
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Challaborough, Bigbury on Sea, St Ann's Chapel, Bantham, Thurlestone, and Modbury.
Local provider signals in Ringmore
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ringmore. The nearest recorded are Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 12 miles away; Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 13 miles away; and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 14 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ringmore
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Ringmore can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Ringmore
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 Ringmore practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Ringmore
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ringmore helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Ringmore follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ringmore. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ringmore
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Ringmore, Devon alone. This page links onward to Challaborough, Bigbury on Sea, St Ann's Chapel, Bantham, Thurlestone, and Modbury for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Ringmore
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ringmore often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ringmore?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ringmore is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 11.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Clark House Dental (11.7 miles) and Dental & Implant Centre (11.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ringmore?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ringmore, 0 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 11.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ringmore?
The nearest practice to Ringmore that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, about 11.7 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (11.7 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (11.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ringmore, Devon?
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 Ringmore, Devon?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.