Orthodontic practices near Tor
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Tor; 12 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 7.5 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 7.5 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 8.2 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 8.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 8.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 8.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 8.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 8.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 8.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tor with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 7.5 miles west; the next are Ashburton (10.4 miles north-east) and Saltash (10.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 13 | 7.5 miles west |
| Ashburton | 2 | 10.4 miles north-east |
| Saltash | 1 | 10.4 miles west |
| Totnes | 2 | 11.6 miles east |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 16.5 miles east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 16.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tor
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), 16.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 16.7 miles east |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 16.7 miles north-east |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 17.1 miles east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 16.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Tor 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,122 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 21 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 520th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivybridge Community College — 2.9 miles Plympton Academy — 5.3 miles Hele's School — 5.7 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,262 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 8 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 10 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 12 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 3 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 Tor
From Tor the nearest practice is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 7.5 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Clark House Dental (9.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (8.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Tor list clear aligners, the nearest 7.5 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 Tor are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Tor to Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 200 to 390 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £175 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Tor
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Orthodontist in Tor: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Tor understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Devon.
Local context for Tor
Just around 2 km south-west, Cornwood is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
More local pages to browse
Nearby location pages including Cornwood, Harford, Yondertown, Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Lee Mill, and Lee Mill Bridge can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
What we know about practices near Tor
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Tor. The closest on record are Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 8 miles away; Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 10 miles away; and Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 10 miles away.
What official data says about Tor
ONS classifies Tor as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Tor. Tor's under-16 share, 12.5%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Tor, 5.3% of the 1,122 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Tor; the nearest is about 8 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Families in Tor are served by secondary schools including Ivybridge Community College (2.9 miles) and Plympton Academy (5.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Tor's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Tor is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 7 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Tor
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Tor helps you ask the right questions. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Tor — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Tor
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Tor has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Tor
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 Tor practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Tor. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Tor
These links help widen your research beyond Tor, Devon if you're open to travelling a little further. Related nearby location pages such as Cornwood, Harford, Yondertown, Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Lee Mill, and Lee Mill Bridge can help you compare a wider local area.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Tor
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tor often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tor?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tor is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 7.5 miles to the west. The next closest are Meavy Way Dental Practice (8.2 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (8.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tor?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Tor, 12 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 7.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tor?
The nearest practice to Tor that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 7.5 miles to the west. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (8.2 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (8.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tor, 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 Tor, Devon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.