Orthodontic practices near Townlake
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Townlake; 14 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 10.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 10.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 11.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 11.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 11.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (697 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 12.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 12.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Townlake with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saltash, 10.3 miles south; the next are Plymouth (10.5 miles south-east) and Ashburton (21.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saltash | 1 | 10.3 miles south |
| Plymouth | 13 | 10.5 miles south-east |
| Ashburton | 2 | 21.8 miles east |
| Totnes | 2 | 26.0 miles east |
| Wadebridge | 2 | 26.0 miles west |
| St Austell | 4 | 27.8 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 Townlake
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), 12.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 12.8 miles south-east |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 10.3 miles south |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 11.8 miles south |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 11.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Townlake at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,690 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 20.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Devon | 699th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Callington Community College — 4.0 miles Tavistock College — 4.2 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 10 miles Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic, Plymouth — 10 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 22 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 14 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 Townlake
From Townlake the nearest practice is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 10.3 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. 14 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (10.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Nuvo Dental Plymouth (11.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Townlake list clear aligners, the nearest 10.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Townlake are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 10.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Townlake to Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence is roughly 25 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 270 to 540 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £120 to £245 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 270 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 3.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Townlake
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Orthodontist in Townlake: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Townlake, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Devon.
Nearby location pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Latchley, Sydenham Damerel, Chilsworthy, Tutwell, Portington, and Higher Hampt.
Area profile for Townlake
Townlake is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Townlake has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.3% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,690 residents in Townlake's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Townlake has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Townlake are Callington Community College (4.0 miles) and Tavistock College (4.2 miles). National deprivation data puts Townlake close to the England median. The nearest university dental hospital to Townlake is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Townlake
Just around 1 km south, Latchley is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Townlake
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Townlake. The closest on record are Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 10 miles away; Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic in Plymouth, about 10 miles away; and Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 22 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Townlake
Starting orthodontic treatment in Townlake can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Townlake
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Townlake — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Townlake is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Townlake. Census data puts only 12.3% of Townlake's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,690 residents in Townlake's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Townlake has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. OHID data for this ICB shows 22.6% of 5-year-olds with visible dental decay. The closest secondary schools to Townlake are Callington Community College (4.0 miles) and Tavistock College (4.2 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Townlake is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Townlake is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Townlake
Patients in Townlake have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Townlake
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Townlake. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Townlake
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Townlake, Devon with surrounding locations. If you're still deciding, related pages for Latchley, Sydenham Damerel, Chilsworthy, Tutwell, Portington, and Higher Hampt may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Townlake
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Townlake often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Townlake?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Townlake is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 10.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic (10.5 miles) and Meavy Way Dental Practice (11.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Townlake?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Townlake, 0 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Saltash, 10.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Townlake?
The nearest practice to Townlake that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 10.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (11.0 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (11.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Townlake, Devon?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Townlake, Devon?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.