Orthodontic practices near PL17
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PL17; 2 practices within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 9.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 9.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 10.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 10.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 10.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (697 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 10.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Mount Wise Dental PracticePlymouth | 11.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.6 (24 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 11.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PL17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saltash, 9.3 miles south-east; the next are Plymouth (10.0 miles south-east).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PL17
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), 9.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 9.3 miles south-east |
| Nuvo Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (697 reviews) | 10.8 miles south-east |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 11.0 miles south-east |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 10.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL17
From PL17 the nearest practice is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 9.3 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 2 practices, and within 20 there are 14.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (9.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Nuvo Dental Plymouth (10.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around PL17 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.3 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 PL17 are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, 9.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PL17 to Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 13.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
PL17 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,049 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 174 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 11 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Callington Community College — 0.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 887 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 294 schools, 73,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 29.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 9 miles Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic, Plymouth — 10 miles Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic, Wadebridge — 23 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 14 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PL18, PL12, PL16, PL15, PL11, PL19, PL14, PL5 |
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 PL17 area
Most PL17 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 PL17 is Kelly Bray.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL17 is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 9.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Transit Way Dental & Implant Clinic (10.0 miles) and Meavy Way Dental Practice (10.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL17?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PL17, 2 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Saltash, 9.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL17?
The nearest practice to PL17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Saltash, about 9.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (10.6 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (10.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL17 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL17 include Kelly Bray, Callington, Downgate, Clitters, Higher Land, Old Mill, Maders and Stoke Climsland.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL17 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Kelly Bray, Cornwall, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near PL17 online?
Yes. Upload guided photos and receive clinician-reviewed treatment options before deciding whether to arrange a clinic visit.
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.