Orthodontic practices near EX37
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of EX37; 9 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, 5.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 5.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (173 reviews) |
| Litchdon Medical CentreBarnstaple | 7.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (70 reviews) |
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 7.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (66 reviews) |
| St John's Dental CentreBarnstaple | 7.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 1.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dental Implants DevonBarnstaple | 7.8 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Trinity Dental CentreBarnstaple | 8.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 8.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (14 reviews) |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 8.4 miles north-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 EX37 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is South Molton, 5.7 miles north-east; the next are Barnstaple (7.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| South Molton | 1 | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Barnstaple | 7 | 7.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of EX37
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), 7.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Next Wave DentalBarnstaple | 5.0 (66 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-west |
| Whitehall Dental PracticeSouth Molton | 4.9 (173 reviews) | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Dr Zol - Excellence in DentistryBarnstaple | 4.9 (14 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-west |
| Pure Dental CentreBarnstaple | 4.6 (27 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from EX37
From EX37 the nearest practice is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, 5.7 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 9 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 1 of the practices around EX37 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.4 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 EX37 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, 7.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from EX37 to Whitehall Dental Practice is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
EX37 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 | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,220 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 29 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 39 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Chulmleigh Community College — 5.7 miles South Molton Community College — 5.7 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Whitehall Dental Practice, South Molton — 6 miles Litchdon Medical Centre, Barnstaple — 7 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 11 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX18, EX19, EX32, EX31, EX36, EX38, EX20, EX33 |
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 EX37 area
Patients in the EX37 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for EX37 is Warkleigh.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX37
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX37?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX37 is Whitehall Dental Practice in South Molton, about 5.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Litchdon Medical Centre (7.4 miles) and Next Wave Dental (7.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX37?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of EX37, 9 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in South Molton, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX37?
The nearest practice to EX37 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Litchdon Medical Centre in Barnstaple, about 7.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Next Wave Dental (7.4 miles) and Dr Zol - Excellence in Dentistry (8.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the EX37 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX37 include Warkleigh, Kingford, Umberleigh, Chittlehamholt, High Bickington, Satterleigh, Ashreigney and Churchwater.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX37 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Warkleigh, Devon, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near EX37?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
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.