Orthodontic practices near Shillingford St George
On our practice register: 14 practices within 5 miles of Shillingford St George, 17 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Dental House Exeter, 2.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 2.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 2.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
| Just Smile DentalExeter | 3.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (139 reviews) |
| Life Dental & WellbeingExeter | 3.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (561 reviews) |
| Centre for Womens HealthExeter | 3.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.1 (33 reviews) |
| Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter | 3.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Contemporary DentalExeter | 3.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (353 reviews) |
| The Exeter Dental CentreExeter | 3.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (510 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Shillingford St George with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exeter, 2.8 miles north-east; the next are Topsham (3.7 miles east) and Exmouth (7.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter | 12 | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Topsham | 2 | 3.7 miles east |
| Exmouth | 2 | 7.2 miles south-east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 10.6 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 10.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Shillingford St George
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), 16.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 16.9 miles south |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 10.6 miles south |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 14.1 miles south |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 10.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Shillingford St George at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Teignbridge |
| 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 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,250 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 68 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 14 practices, more than 83% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 168th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Matford Brook Academy — 1.2 miles West Exe School — 1.9 miles Isca Academy — 2.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 3 schools, about 2,373 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental House Exeter, Exeter — 3 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 4 miles Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd, Exmouth — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 32 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 Shillingford St George
The nearest practice to Shillingford St George is Dental House Exeter, 2.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Inspired Dental Care (3.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Shillingford St George list clear aligners, the nearest 2.8 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 Shillingford St George are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, 3.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Shillingford St George
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Practice signals around Shillingford St George
There is no orthodontist on our records in Shillingford St George itself. The nearest recorded are Dental House Exeter, about 3 miles away; Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 4 miles away; and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 7 miles away.
What official data says about Shillingford St George
Officially, Shillingford St George is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Shillingford St George sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. 16.4% of Shillingford St George's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Shillingford St George, 6.7% of the 1,250 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Shillingford St George has 14 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 83% of towns in England. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Shillingford St George are Matford Brook Academy (1.2 miles) and West Exe School (1.9 miles). 3 secondary schools are within three miles. Shillingford St George sits close to the England average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Shillingford St George is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 31 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Shillingford St George at a glance
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Shillingford St George
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Frequently Asked Questions in Shillingford St George
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Shillingford St George often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Shillingford St George?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Shillingford St George is Dental House Exeter, about 2.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Dental 397 (2.9 miles) and Just Smile Dental (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Shillingford St George?
Our register has 14 practices within 5 miles of Shillingford St George, 17 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Shillingford St George?
The nearest practice to Shillingford St George that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Exeter Orthodontic Practice, about 3.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (3.5 miles) and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (7.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Shillingford St George, Devon?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Shillingford St George, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.