Orthodontic practices near Woodbury Salterton
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Woodbury Salterton, 18 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, 2.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 2.9 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 2.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Inspired Dental CareExeter | 4.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (219 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 4.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 4.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 4.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (809 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 5.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Centre for Womens HealthExeter | 5.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.1 (33 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Woodbury Salterton with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Topsham, 2.9 miles west; the next are Exeter (4.1 miles west) and Exmouth (4.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Topsham | 2 | 2.9 miles west |
| Exeter | 12 | 4.1 miles west |
| Exmouth | 2 | 4.9 miles south |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 5.1 miles south-east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 8.0 miles south |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 14.2 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 Woodbury Salterton
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), 19.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 19.1 miles south-west |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 14.2 miles south-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 16.5 miles south-west |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 14.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Woodbury Salterton 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,207 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.9% aged 16 to 24 and 22.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 56 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% 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 | 177th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.9 miles away, closer than 58% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Peter's Church of England Aided School — 4.1 miles Exmouth Community College — 4.4 miles St Luke's Church of England School — 4.5 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 3 miles Inspired Dental Care, Exeter — 4 miles Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd, Exmouth — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 30 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 Woodbury Salterton
The nearest practice to Woodbury Salterton is Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, 2.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Inspired Dental Care (4.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Woodbury Salterton list clear aligners, the nearest 4.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Woodbury Salterton are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, 4.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 36 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Woodbury Salterton
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Orthodontist in Woodbury Salterton: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Woodbury Salterton? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Devon.
Local snapshot of Woodbury Salterton
Woodbury is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of Woodbury Salterton.
What we know about practices near Woodbury Salterton
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Woodbury Salterton. The nearest recorded are Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 3 miles away; Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, about 4 miles away; and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 5 miles away.
Woodbury Salterton in context
Woodbury Salterton's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Woodbury Salterton falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Woodbury Salterton's under-16 share, 12.8%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 2,207 residents in Woodbury Salterton's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Woodbury Salterton has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 64% of towns in England. Regionally, 22.6% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Families in Woodbury Salterton are served by secondary schools including St Peter's Church of England Aided School (4.1 miles) and Exmouth Community College (4.4 miles). Woodbury Salterton's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Woodbury Salterton is about 36 miles from Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Compare nearby areas
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Woodbury, Woodmanton, Perkin's Village, Clyst St George, Ebford, and Aylesbeare may also help.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Woodbury Salterton
Many people in Woodbury Salterton delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Woodbury Salterton
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Woodbury Salterton
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Woodbury Salterton — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By ONS classification, Woodbury Salterton falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Woodbury Salterton falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. With just 12.8% of residents under 16, Woodbury Salterton skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Woodbury Salterton, 5.1% of the 2,207 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, Woodbury Salterton is better served than 64% of towns in England. 22.6% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. The closest secondary schools to Woodbury Salterton are St Peter's Church of England Aided School (4.1 miles) and Exmouth Community College (4.4 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Woodbury Salterton is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Woodbury Salterton is Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Woodbury Salterton
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Woodbury Salterton has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Woodbury Salterton
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 Woodbury Salterton practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Woodbury Salterton. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Woodbury Salterton
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Woodbury Salterton, Devon, these local links help you keep browsing. You can keep exploring with related pages for Woodbury, Woodmanton, Perkin's Village, Clyst St George, Ebford, and Aylesbeare.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Woodbury Salterton
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Woodbury Salterton often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Woodbury Salterton?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Woodbury Salterton is Devon Teeth straightening Clinic in Topsham, about 2.9 miles to the west. The next closest are The Whyte House Dental Group (2.9 miles) and Inspired Dental Care (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Woodbury Salterton?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Woodbury Salterton, 18 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Woodbury Salterton?
The nearest practice to Woodbury Salterton that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Inspired Dental Care in Exeter, about 4.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (4.9 miles) and Exeter Orthodontic Practice (6.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Woodbury Salterton, 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 Woodbury Salterton, Devon?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.