Orthodontic practices near Yelland
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of Yelland, 10 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 2.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 2.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 4.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 4.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 4.6 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Yelland with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnstaple, 2.6 miles east; the next are Bideford (4.3 miles south-west) and Great Torrington (8.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple | 7 | 2.6 miles east |
| Bideford | 2 | 4.3 miles south-west |
| Great Torrington | 1 | 8.2 miles south |
| South Molton | 1 | 14.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Yelland
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Next Wave Dental in Barnstaple (5.0 from 66 reviews), 4.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 4.7 miles east |
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 8.2 miles south |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 14.2 miles east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 3.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Yelland at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | North 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 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,335 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.4% aged 16 to 24 and 18.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 462 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 9 practices, more than 72% of towns in England |
| Access within Devon | 156th closest to an orthodontic practice of 970 places in the county (the county median is 6.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.6 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in England |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.8% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Devon |
| Nearest secondary schools | Braunton Academy — 2.3 miles Pilton Community College — 3.7 miles The Park Community School — 4.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 828 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Pure Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 3 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 4 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 11 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 Yelland
Yelland is 2.6 miles from Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Quay Dental Practice (4.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Yelland list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Yelland are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 2.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Yelland
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Orthodontist in Yelland: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Yelland, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Devon.
Yelland at a glance
Just under 1 km east, Fremington is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What local practice data suggests in Yelland
There is no orthodontist on our records in Yelland itself. The closest on record are Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 3 miles away; The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 4 miles away; and Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 8 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
You can continue browsing related location pages including Fremington, Bickleton, Instow Town, Chivenor, Wrafton, and Heanton Punchardon if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
The local picture in Yelland
By ONS classification, Yelland falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Yelland. With just 13% of residents under 16, Yelland skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,335 residents in the neighbourhood around Yelland, 4.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (9), Yelland has more choice than 72% of towns in England. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 22.6% of local 5-year-olds. Secondary-age pupils near Yelland attend schools such as Braunton Academy (2.3 miles) and Pilton Community College (3.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Yelland is roughly mid-table for England.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Yelland
Starting orthodontic treatment in Yelland can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Yelland
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Yelland — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Orthodontic Treatments in Yelland
Patients in Yelland have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Yelland — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Yelland vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Yelland is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Yelland has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Yelland, 4.8% of the 1,335 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Devon, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Yelland has 9 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 72% 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 Yelland are Braunton Academy (2.3 miles) and Pilton Community College (3.7 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Yelland sits close to the England average for deprivation. There is no orthodontist on our records in Yelland itself. The closest on record are Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 3 miles away; The Quay Dental Practice in Bideford, about 4 miles away; and Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 8 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Yelland. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Yelland
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Yelland, Devon alone. Other local pages worth browsing include Fremington, Bickleton, Instow Town, Chivenor, Wrafton, and Heanton Punchardon.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Yelland
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Yelland often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Yelland?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Yelland is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 2.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (3.2 miles) and Trinity Dental Centre (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Yelland?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of Yelland, 10 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Yelland?
The nearest practice to Yelland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Pure Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 2.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (3.2 miles) and Queen Annes Dental Practice (4.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Yelland, 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 Yelland, Devon?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.