Orthodontic practices near PL20
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PL20; 14 practices within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 6.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 6.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 6.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Transit Way Dental & Implant ClinicPlymouth | 6.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (70 reviews) |
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 7.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (768 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 7.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 7.8 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 8.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PL20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Plymouth, 6.2 miles south; the next are Saltash (7.4 miles south-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PL20
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), 7.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Dental Centre of ExcellenceSaltash | 4.9 (768 reviews) | 7.4 miles south-west |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 6.2 miles south |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 6.5 miles south |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (174 reviews) | 7.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL20
From PL20 the nearest practice is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 6.2 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 14 practices, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence (7.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (7.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around PL20 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PL20 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 6.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PL20 to Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
PL20 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,055 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7% aged 16 to 24 and 21.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 69 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 6 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Tavistock College — 3.7 miles Notre Dame RC School — 5.5 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 6 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 7 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 15 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 | 14 within 10 miles, 18 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PL19, PL6, PL5, PL3, PL7, PL18, PL2, PL4 |
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 PL20
A typical orthodontic search around PL20 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 PL20 is Horrabridge.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL20 is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 6.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Meavy Way Dental Practice (6.4 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (6.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL20?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PL20, 14 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 6.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL20?
The nearest practice to PL20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 6.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Meavy Way Dental Practice (6.4 miles) and Crownhill Dental Practice - Plymouth (6.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL20 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL20 include Horrabridge, Walkhampton, Grenofen, Dousland, Sampford Spiney, Middlemoor, Walreddon and Tavistock.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL20 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Horrabridge, Devon, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.