Orthodontic practices near EX34
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of EX34; 7 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Trinity Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 8.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 8.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 8.8 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 8.9 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 9.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 9.2 miles south | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 9.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 13.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EX34 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnstaple, 8.6 miles south; the next are Bideford (13.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple | 7 | 8.6 miles south |
| Bideford | 1 | 13.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EX34
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), 9.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 9.2 miles south |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 8.8 miles south |
| The Quay Dental PracticeBideford | 4.8 (1,386 reviews) | 13.1 miles south |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.6 (27 reviews) | 9.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EX34
From EX34 the nearest practice is Trinity Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 8.6 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Quay Dental Practice (13.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around EX34 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.2 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 EX34 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry in Barnstaple, 8.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from EX34 to Trinity Dental Centre is roughly 20 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 220 to 450 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £100 to £200 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 220 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 25.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
EX34 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,305 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 25.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 403 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,016 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Trinity Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 9 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 13 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 11 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX33, EX31, EX32, EX39, EX38, EX37, EX35, EX19 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the EX34 area
Patients in the EX34 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for EX34 is Chambercombe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX34
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX34?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX34 is Trinity Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 8.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (8.8 miles) and Dental Implants Devon (8.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX34?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of EX34, 7 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Barnstaple, 8.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX34?
The nearest practice to EX34 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry in Barnstaple, about 8.8 miles to the south. Others nearby include Next Wave Dental (9.2 miles) and Litchdon Medical Centre (9.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the EX34 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX34 include Chambercombe, Ilfracombe, Mullacott Cross, Langleigh, Lower Slade, West Down, Higher Slade and Hagginton Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX34 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Chambercombe, Devon, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near EX34?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Chambercombe, Devon can start an assessment today.
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.