Orthodontic practices near Warfleet
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Warfleet, 11 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Airlocum in Dartmouth, 0.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AirlocumDartmouth | 0.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 1.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 6.6 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 6.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 7.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 7.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 8.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 8.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Warfleet with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartmouth, 0.9 miles north-west; the next are Torquay (6.6 miles north) and Paignton (6.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | 2 | 0.9 miles north-west |
| Torquay | 4 | 6.6 miles north |
| Paignton | 2 | 6.7 miles north |
| Totnes | 2 | 7.9 miles north-west |
| Cockington | 1 | 9.5 miles north |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 13.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Warfleet
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), 6.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 6.6 miles north |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 13.2 miles north |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 9.5 miles north |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 13.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Warfleet 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 8.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,485 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 3.7% aged 16 to 24 and 15.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 363 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices |
| Access within Devon | 43rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.9 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dartmouth Academy — 1.2 miles Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy — 3.9 miles Brixham College — 4.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 435 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Airlocum, Dartmouth — under a mile South Devon Dental, Torquay — 7 miles GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic, Paignton — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 17 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 Warfleet
Warfleet has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Airlocum in Dartmouth is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (7.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Warfleet list clear aligners, the nearest 6.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Warfleet are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Warfleet
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Orthodontist in Warfleet: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Warfleet understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Devon, not just Warfleet.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Kingswear, Dartmouth, Sandquay, Stoke Fleming, Galmpton, and Dittisham if you are weighing up more than one location.
The local picture in Warfleet
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Warfleet sits within NHS Devon Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Warfleet has a smaller share of children than most areas — 8.1% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,485 residents in the neighbourhood around Warfleet, 4.1% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. Secondary-age pupils near Warfleet attend schools such as Dartmouth Academy (1.2 miles) and Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy (3.9 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Warfleet sits among the less deprived areas of England. The nearest university dental hospital to Warfleet is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Warfleet
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Warfleet. The nearest recorded are Airlocum in Dartmouth, under a mile away; South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 7 miles away; and GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic in Paignton, about 7 miles away.
Where Warfleet sits locally
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Kingswear, the closest linked location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Warfleet
Starting orthodontic treatment in Warfleet 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Warfleet follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Warfleet
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Warfleet 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Warfleet
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Warfleet — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Warfleet. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Warfleet
These links help widen your research beyond Warfleet, Devon if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Kingswear, Dartmouth, Sandquay, Stoke Fleming, Galmpton, and Dittisham.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Warfleet
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Warfleet often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Warfleet?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Warfleet is Airlocum in Dartmouth, about 0.9 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (1.4 miles) and South Devon Dental (6.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Warfleet?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Warfleet, 11 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Warfleet?
The nearest practice to Warfleet that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 1.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (7.9 miles) and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (8.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Warfleet, Devon?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Warfleet, Devon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.