Orthodontic practices near The Point
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of The Point, 18 practices within 10 and 33 practices within 20. The closest is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 0.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 0.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (809 reviews) |
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 0.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (825 reviews) |
| Terrace Dental CareDawlish | 3.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 4.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 4.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 4.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 6.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 6.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Point with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exmouth, 0.2 miles east; the next are Dawlish (3.3 miles south-west) and Budleigh Salterton (4.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exmouth | 2 | 0.2 miles east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 3.3 miles south-west |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 4.6 miles east |
| Topsham | 2 | 4.9 miles north-west |
| Exeter | 12 | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 10.2 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 The Point
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-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 14.4 miles south-west |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 10.2 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) | 10.2 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Point at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East Devon |
| 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 | 10.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,714 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 27.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,812 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 64% of towns in England |
| 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 | 5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Exmouth Community College — 0.8 miles Dawlish College — 3.1 miles Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road — 5.9 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 — under a mile Terrace Dental Care, Dawlish — 3 miles Ashbury Dental Care, Budleigh Salterton — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 33 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 The Point
The Point has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 33.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Inspired Dental Care (6.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around The Point list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 The Point are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 33 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Point
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Orthodontist in The Point: This page was put together for people in The Point who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Devon.
Continue your local research
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Exmouth, Hulham, Cockwood, Lympstone, Starcross, and Withycombe Raleigh.
Where The Point sits locally
Just around 1 km east, Exmouth is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The Point in context
The Point is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Census data puts only 10.6% of The Point's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around The Point, 5% of the 1,714 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), The Point has more choice than 64% 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 The Point are Exmouth Community College (0.8 miles) and Dawlish College (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts The Point close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to The Point is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local provider signals in The Point
There is no orthodontist on our records in The Point itself. The nearest recorded are Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, under a mile away; Terrace Dental Care in Dawlish, about 3 miles away; and Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton, about 5 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in The Point
Starting orthodontic treatment in The Point 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in The Point
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering The Point — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By ONS classification, The Point falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. The Point's under-16 share, 10.6%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5% of the 1,714 residents in The Point's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. The Point has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% 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 The Point are Exmouth Community College (0.8 miles) and Dawlish College (3.1 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, The Point is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Point is about 33 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in The Point
Patients in The Point have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in The Point
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 The Point practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Point. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Point
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare The Point, Devon with surrounding locations. Other local pages worth browsing include Exmouth, Hulham, Cockwood, Lympstone, Starcross, and Withycombe Raleigh.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in The Point
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Point often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Point?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Point is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 0.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Fairfield House Dental Surgery (0.7 miles) and Terrace Dental Care (3.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Point?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of The Point, 18 practices within 10 miles and 33 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Point?
The nearest practice to The Point that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 0.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (6.9 miles) and Exeter Orthodontic Practice (9.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Point, Devon?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in The Point, Devon?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.