Orthodontic practices near Starcross
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Starcross, 21 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 1.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (809 reviews) |
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 2.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (825 reviews) |
| Terrace Dental CareDawlish | 3.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 3.8 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 3.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 5.3 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 5.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 5.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Starcross with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exmouth, 1.7 miles south-east; the next are Dawlish (3.4 miles south) and Topsham (3.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exmouth | 2 | 1.7 miles south-east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 3.4 miles south |
| Topsham | 2 | 3.8 miles north |
| Exeter | 12 | 5.3 miles north |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 5.8 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 9.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Starcross
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), 14.4 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 14.4 miles south |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 9.6 miles south-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 11.8 miles south-west |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 9.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Starcross 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Population | 1,737 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,373 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 26.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 16.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 227 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 60% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 93rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Exmouth Community College — 1.9 miles Dawlish College — 3.2 miles Matford Brook Academy — 5.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,031 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd, Exmouth — 2 miles Terrace Dental Care, Dawlish — 3 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 21 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 Starcross
The nearest practice to Starcross is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 1.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 21 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Inspired Dental Care (5.8 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Starcross list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 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 Starcross are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Starcross
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Orthodontist in Starcross: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Starcross? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Devon. Starcross — a small village with a population of around 1,737 — is covered on this page specifically.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Cockwood, Cofton, Kenton, Powderham, Lympstone, and Dawlish Warren may also help.
A quick look at Starcross
Starcross has a population of around 1,737, making it a small village within Devon. The nearest other location we cover is Cockwood, around 1 km to the south.
What official data says about Starcross
Classified by ONS as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Starcross sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.9% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,373 residents in the neighbourhood around Starcross, 6% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. Starcross has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 60% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Starcross attend schools such as Exmouth Community College (1.9 miles) and Dawlish College (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Starcross sits close to the England average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Starcross is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 32 miles away.
What local practice data suggests in Starcross
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Starcross. The closest on record are Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 2 miles away; Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, about 3 miles away; and Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 4 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Starcross
Starting orthodontic treatment in Starcross can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Starcross follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Starcross
The orthodontic landscape in Starcross offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Starcross — Local Context
Not every practice near Starcross offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Classified by ONS as larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Starcross sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Starcross's under-16 share sits at 16.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6% of the 1,373 residents in Starcross's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Devon. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Starcross has more choice than 60% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Secondary-age pupils near Starcross attend schools such as Exmouth Community College (1.9 miles) and Dawlish College (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Starcross close to the England median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Starcross is Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 32 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Starcross itself. The nearest recorded are Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 2 miles away; Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, about 3 miles away; and Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 4 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Starcross. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Starcross
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Starcross, Devon with surrounding locations. Other local pages worth browsing include Cockwood, Cofton, Kenton, Powderham, Lympstone, and Dawlish Warren.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Starcross
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Starcross often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Starcross?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Starcross is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 1.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Fairfield House Dental Surgery (2.2 miles) and Terrace Dental Care (3.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Starcross?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Starcross, 21 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Starcross?
The nearest practice to Starcross that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 1.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (5.8 miles) and Exeter Orthodontic Practice (7.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Starcross, Devon?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Starcross, Devon?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.