Orthodontic practices near EX23
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of EX23; 3 practices within 20. The closest is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 19.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 19.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (238 reviews) |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 19.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.4 (38 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 19.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 25.2 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (149 reviews) |
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 25.2 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 25.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 26.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 27.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EX23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Great Torrington, 19.0 miles north-east; the next are Bideford (19.5 miles north-east) and Wadebridge (25.2 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington | 1 | 19.0 miles north-east |
| Bideford | 2 | 19.5 miles north-east |
| Wadebridge | 2 | 25.2 miles south-west |
| Barnstaple | 3 | 25.4 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EX23
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington (4.9 from 238 reviews), 19.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Torrington Dental PracticeGreat Torrington | 4.9 (238 reviews) | 19.0 miles north-east |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) | 19.6 miles north-east |
| Queen Annes Dental PracticeBideford | 4.4 (38 reviews) | 19.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EX23
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of EX23; the nearest is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 19 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 3 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Quay Dental Practice (19.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around EX23 list clear aligners, the nearest 25.2 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 EX23 are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, 19 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from EX23 to Torrington Dental Practice is roughly 40 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 490 to 990 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £220 to £445 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 300 to 490 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 19.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
EX23 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 12.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,746 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 821 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Budehaven Community School — 0.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,145 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 294 schools, 73,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 29.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 19 miles Queen Annes Dental Practice, Bideford — 20 miles Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic, Wadebridge — 25 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 3 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX22, PL35, PL32, PL15, PL34, PL33, PL16, EX21 |
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 EX23
People searching from EX23 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 EX23 is Bude.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX23 is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 19.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Queen Annes Dental Practice (19.5 miles) and The Quay Dental Practice (19.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of EX23, 0 practices within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Great Torrington, 19.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX23?
The nearest practice to EX23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Torrington Dental Practice in Great Torrington, about 19.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Queen Annes Dental Practice (19.5 miles) and Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (25.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the EX23 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX23 include Bude, Poughill, Flexbury, Lynstone, Marhamchurch, Crooklets, Box's Shop and Widemouth Bay.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX23 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Bude, Cornwall, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near EX23 online?
Yes — a photo-based assessment returns treatment options and pricing signals without an initial in-person appointment.
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.