Orthodontic practices near Taddiport
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Taddiport, 10 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 0.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 0.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 5.3 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 5.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 8.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 9.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 9.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 9.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 9.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Taddiport with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Great Torrington, 0.2 miles north-east; the next are Bideford (5.3 miles north-west) and Barnstaple (8.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington | 1 | 0.2 miles north-east |
| Bideford | 2 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 8.3 miles north |
| South Molton | 1 | 14.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Taddiport
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple (5.0 from 66 reviews), 9.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 9.5 miles north-east |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 0.2 miles north-east |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 14.3 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 9.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Taddiport at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Torridge |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,680 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,619 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Devon | 3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.2 miles away, closer than 97% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 37 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Great Torrington School — 0.8 miles Bideford College — 5.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 863 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — under a mile The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 5 miles Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 11 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | EX38 |
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 Taddiport
Taddiport has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Quay Dental Practice (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Taddiport list clear aligners, the nearest 9.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Taddiport are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Taddiport
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Orthodontist in Taddiport: People weighing up braces or aligners in Taddiport can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It connects local orthodontic research in Taddiport with the wider Devon area.
More local pages to browse
Nearby location pages including Great Torrington, Little Torrington, Weare Giffard, Frithelstock, Guscott, and Huntshaw can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local context for Taddiport
Just under 1 km east, Great Torrington is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local orthodontic signals in Taddiport
There is no orthodontist on our records in Taddiport itself. The nearest recorded are Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, under a mile away; The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 5 miles away; and Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 8 miles away.
The local picture in Taddiport
By ONS classification, Taddiport falls under larger rural: Further from a major town or city. Taddiport sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 18.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,680 residents in the neighbourhood around Taddiport, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Devon. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. Secondary-age pupils near Taddiport attend schools such as Great Torrington School (0.8 miles) and Bideford College (5.5 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Taddiport close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Taddiport is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Taddiport
Patients in Taddiport have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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 Taddiport
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Taddiport
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Taddiport helps you ask the right questions. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Taddiport
Every case in Taddiport 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 Taddiport. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Taddiport
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Taddiport, Devon with surrounding locations. Nearby pages covering Great Torrington, Little Torrington, Weare Giffard, Frithelstock, Guscott, and Huntshaw may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Taddiport
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Taddiport often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Taddiport?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Taddiport is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Quay Dental Practice (5.3 miles) and Queen Annes Dental Practice (5.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Taddiport?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Taddiport, 10 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Taddiport?
The nearest practice to Taddiport that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 0.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Queen Annes Dental Practice (5.3 miles) and Pure Dental Centre (8.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Taddiport, 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 Taddiport, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.