Orthodontic practices near PL16
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of PL16; 14 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 16.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 16.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 17.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 17.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 17.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 17.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 18.4 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (697 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 18.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 18.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PL16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saltash, 16.9 miles south; the next are Plymouth (17.0 miles south).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PL16
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash (4.9 from 768 reviews), 16.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 16.9 miles south |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 18.4 miles south |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 17.5 miles south |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 17.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL16
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of PL16; the nearest is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 16.9 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. 14 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (16.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Nuvo Dental Plymouth (18.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around PL16 list clear aligners, the nearest 16.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PL16 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 16.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 17 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PL16 to Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence 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 440 to 880 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £395 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 260 to 440 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
PL16 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | West 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% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,754 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 | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 37 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 17 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Launceston College — 4.2 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 17 miles Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic, Plymouth — 17 miles Torrington Dental Practice, Great Torrington — 22 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, 14 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PL15, PL18, PL17, PL19, EX21, EX22, PL20, PL12 |
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 PL16 area
A typical orthodontic search around PL16 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 PL16 is Tinhay.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL16 is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 16.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic (17.0 miles) and Meavy Way Dental Practice (17.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PL16, 0 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Saltash, 16.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL16?
The nearest practice to PL16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 16.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (17.3 miles) and Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth (17.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL16 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL16 include Tinhay, Sprytown, Lifton, Portgate, Thorne Moor, Broadwoodwidger, Meadwell and Liftondown.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Tinhay, Devon, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near PL16?
Yes, patients around Tinhay, Devon can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.