Orthodontic practices near Spriddlestone
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Spriddlestone, 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 3.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 3.3 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 3.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 3.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 3.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 3.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Mount Wise Dental PracticePlymouth | 4.8 miles west | – | – | – | 3.6 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Spriddlestone with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 3.3 miles north-west; the next are Saltash (6.4 miles north-west) and Ashburton (17.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 3.3 miles north-west |
| Saltash | 1 | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Ashburton | 2 | 17.9 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 17.9 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 20.9 miles east |
| Torquay | 4 | 22.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Spriddlestone
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth (5.0 from 106 reviews), 3.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 6.4 miles north-west |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 5.0 miles north-west |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 17.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Spriddlestone 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 20.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,596 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 32.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 190 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 75% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 214th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.3 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 5 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Coombe Dean School — 0.4 miles Plymstock School — 1.2 miles Plympton Academy — 2.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 schools, about 6,008 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, Plymouth — 3 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 6 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 18 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 18 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 Spriddlestone
The nearest practice to Spriddlestone is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 3.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clark House Dental (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (3.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Spriddlestone list clear aligners, the nearest 3.3 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 Spriddlestone are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, 3.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Spriddlestone
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Spriddlestone in numbers
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The local picture in Spriddlestone
Spriddlestone's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census figures show 20.2% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Spriddlestone, 8% of the 2,596 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Spriddlestone is better served than 75% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Spriddlestone are served by secondary schools including Coombe Dean School (0.4 miles) and Plymstock School (1.2 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. Spriddlestone's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Spriddlestone is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 5 miles away.
What we know about practices near Spriddlestone
There is no orthodontist on our records in Spriddlestone itself. The nearest we do hold are Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 3 miles away; Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 6 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 18 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Spriddlestone
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Orthodontic Treatments in Spriddlestone
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Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Spriddlestone offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Spriddlestone. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Spriddlestone
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Frequently Asked Questions in Spriddlestone
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Spriddlestone often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Spriddlestone?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Spriddlestone is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 3.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Clark House Dental (3.5 miles) and Dental & Implant Centre (3.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Spriddlestone?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Spriddlestone, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Spriddlestone?
The nearest practice to Spriddlestone that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, about 3.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (3.6 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (3.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Spriddlestone, 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 Spriddlestone, Devon?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.