Orthodontic practices near EX16
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of EX16; 22 practices within 20. The closest is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 12.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Dental PracticeLangford Budville | 12.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (200 reviews) |
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 13.6 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (462 reviews) |
| Contemporary DentalExeter | 13.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (353 reviews) |
| Exeter NHS Dental Access CentreExeter | 13.7 miles south | – | – | – | 3.9 (26 reviews) |
| Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter | 13.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (202 reviews) |
| Life Dental & WellbeingExeter | 13.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (561 reviews) |
| Barnstaple Health CentreExeter | 13.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.4 (58 reviews) |
| The Exeter Dental CentreExeter | 13.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (510 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EX16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Langford Budville, 12.2 miles east; the next are Exeter (13.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Langford Budville | 1 | 12.2 miles east |
| Exeter | 7 | 13.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EX16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Exeter Advanced Dentistry (5.0 from 462 reviews), 13.6 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter Advanced DentistryExeter | 5.0 (462 reviews) | 13.6 miles south |
| Life Dental & WellbeingExeter | 4.9 (561 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
| Contemporary DentalExeter | 4.9 (353 reviews) | 13.6 miles south |
| Exeter Orthodontic PracticeExeter | 4.9 (202 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EX16
The nearest practice to EX16 is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 12.2 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. 22 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around EX16 list clear aligners, the nearest 12.2 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 EX16 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, 12.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from EX16 to Wellington Dental Practice 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 320 to 630 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £285 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 13.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
EX16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 11% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,747 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 90 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tiverton High School — 0.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Wellington Dental Practice, Langford Budville — 12 miles Exeter Advanced Dentistry, Exeter — 14 miles Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 16 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, 22 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TA22, EX15, EX5, EX1, EX4, EX2, EX3, EX17 |
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.
Teeth straightening near EX16
Patients in the EX16 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 EX16 is Bolham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX16 is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 12.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Exeter Advanced Dentistry (13.6 miles) and Contemporary Dental (13.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of EX16, 0 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Langford Budville, 12.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX16?
The nearest practice to EX16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wellington Dental Practice in Langford Budville, about 12.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Exeter Orthodontic Practice (13.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the EX16 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX16 include Bolham, Farleigh Meadows, Chettiscombe, Moorhayes Park, Tiverton, Collipriest, Chevithorne and Craze Lowman.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX16 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bolham, Devon, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.