Orthodontic practices near EX8
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of EX8, 18 practices within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Fairfield House Dental Surgery in Exmouth, 0.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 0.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (825 reviews) |
| Victoria Road Dental Practice LtdExmouth | 1.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (809 reviews) |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 3.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (204 reviews) |
| Terrace Dental CareDawlish | 4.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (166 reviews) |
| Devon Teeth straightening ClinicTopsham | 4.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Whyte House Dental GroupTopsham | 4.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (409 reviews) |
| Dental 397Exeter | 6.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (166 reviews) |
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 6.5 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (110 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to EX8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Exmouth, 0.9 miles south; the next are Budleigh Salterton (3.7 miles east) and Dawlish (4.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Exmouth | 2 | 0.9 miles south |
| Budleigh Salterton | 1 | 3.7 miles east |
| Dawlish | 1 | 4.4 miles south-west |
| Topsham | 2 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Exeter | 2 | 6.4 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 EX8
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental House Exeter (5.0 from 110 reviews), 6.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental House ExeterExeter | 5.0 (110 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-west |
| Fairfield House Dental SurgeryExmouth | 4.9 (825 reviews) | 0.9 miles south |
| Ashbury Dental CareBudleigh Salterton | 4.9 (204 reviews) | 3.7 miles east |
| Dental 397Exeter | 4.9 (166 reviews) | 6.4 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 EX8
The nearest practice to EX8 is Fairfield House Dental Surgery in Exmouth, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 32.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around EX8 list clear aligners, the nearest 1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around EX8 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, 1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 34 miles away.
EX8 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | East 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 8.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,980 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 3,813 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 34 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Exmouth Community College — 0.3 miles Dawlish College — 4.2 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,031 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fairfield House Dental Surgery, Exmouth — under a mile Ashbury Dental Care, Budleigh Salterton — 4 miles Terrace Dental Care, Dawlish — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 32 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | EX9, EX3, EX7, EX5, TQ14, EX1, EX2, EX4 |
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 EX8
Patients in the EX8 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 EX8 is Exmouth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near EX8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to EX8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to EX8 is Fairfield House Dental Surgery in Exmouth, about 0.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd (1.0 miles) and Ashbury Dental Care (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near EX8?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of EX8, 18 practices within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near EX8?
The nearest practice to EX8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Victoria Road Dental Practice Ltd in Exmouth, about 1.0 miles to the south-west.
Which places are in or near the EX8 postcode district?
Places in or next to EX8 include Exmouth, Hulham, Withycombe Raleigh, Brixington, The Point, Woodmanton, Lympstone and Starcross.
How do I find an orthodontist near the EX8 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Exmouth, Devon, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near EX8?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Exmouth, Devon, subject to clinical suitability.
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.