Orthodontic practices near EX35
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of EX35; 8 practices within 20. The closest is St John's Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 13.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 13.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 14.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 14.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 14.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 14.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 14.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 15.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 15.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EX35 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barnstaple, 13.9 miles south-west; the next are South Molton (14.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple | 7 | 13.9 miles south-west |
| South Molton | 1 | 14.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EX35
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), 14.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 14.1 miles south-west |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 14.5 miles south |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 15.1 miles south-west |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.6 (27 reviews) | 15.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EX35
From EX35 the nearest practice is St John's Dental Centre in Barnstaple, 13.9 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. 8 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around EX35 list clear aligners, the nearest 14.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around EX35 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, 14.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from EX35 to St John's Dental Centre is roughly 30 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 360 to 720 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £325 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 220 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
EX35 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 9.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,606 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 24 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 34 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St John's Dental Centre, Barnstaple — 14 miles Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 14 miles The Quay Dental Practice, Bideford — 22 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 8 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX36, EX32, EX37, EX31, EX34, CF36, TA24, EX18 |
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.
Orthodontic research around EX35
People searching from EX35 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for EX35 is West Lyn.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX35
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX35?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX35 is St John's Dental Centre in Barnstaple, about 13.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Dental Implants Devon (14.0 miles) and Litchdon Medical Centre (14.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX35?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of EX35, 0 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Barnstaple, 13.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX35?
The nearest practice to EX35 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, about 14.1 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Next Wave Dental (14.1 miles) and Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (15.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the EX35 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX35 include West Lyn, Lynmouth, Lynton, East Lyn, Barbrook, Bridge Ball, Countisbury and Hillsford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX35 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around West Lyn, Devon, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near EX35?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.