Orthodontic practices near EX12
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of EX12; 20 practices within 20. The closest is Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton, 11.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 11.4 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 15.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (825 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 15.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (809 reviews) |
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 16.9 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 16.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Orchard Lane Crewkerne DentalCrewkerne | 17.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (118 reviews) |
| Inspired Dental CareExeter | 17.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (219 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 18.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EX12 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Budleigh Salterton, 11.4 miles south-west; the next are Exmouth (15.5 miles south-west) and Topsham (16.9 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 11.4 miles south-west |
| Exmouth | 2 | 15.5 miles south-west |
| Topsham | 2 | 16.9 miles west |
| Crewkerne | 1 | 17.6 miles north-east |
| Exeter | 2 | 17.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EX12
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Fairfield House Dental Surgery in Exmouth (4.9 from 825 reviews), 15.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 4.9 (825 reviews) | 15.5 miles south-west |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 4.9 (204 reviews) | 11.4 miles south-west |
| Dental 397Exeter | 4.9 (166 reviews) | 18.0 miles west |
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 4.8 (809 reviews) | 15.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EX12
The nearest practice to EX12 is Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton, 11.4 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 20 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Inspired Dental Care (17.7 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around EX12 list clear aligners, the nearest 11.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around EX12 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 15.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from EX12 to Ashbury Dental Care 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 300 to 590 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £265 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
EX12 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,889 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 | 6.2% aged 16 to 24 and 19.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 334 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Colyton Grammar School — 1.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,083 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ashbury Dental Care, Budleigh Salterton — 11 miles Fairfield House Dental Surgery, Exmouth — 16 miles Devon Teeth straightening Clinic, Topsham — 17 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, 20 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX24, EX13, DT7, EX14, EX10, TA20, EX11, EX9 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in EX12
A typical orthodontic search around EX12 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for EX12 is Beer.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX12
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX12?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX12 is Ashbury Dental Care in Budleigh Salterton, about 11.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Fairfield House Dental Surgery (15.5 miles) and Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (15.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX12?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of EX12, 0 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Budleigh Salterton, 11.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX12?
The nearest practice to EX12 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 15.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Inspired Dental Care (17.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the EX12 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX12 include Beer, Colyford, Axmouth, Colyton, Southleigh, Branscombe, Shute and Maidenhayne.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX12 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Beer, Devon, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near EX12?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.