Orthodontic practices near PL21
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PL21; 10 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 9.0 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 9.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 9.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 9.4 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 9.5 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 9.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 9.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 9.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Meavy Way Dental PracticePlymouth | 9.7 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (238 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of PL21
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dental & Implant Centre in Plymouth (5.0 from 106 reviews), 9.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 9.5 miles west |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 9.0 miles west |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 4.9 (260 reviews) | 9.5 miles west |
| Crownhill Dental Practice - PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 9.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL21
From PL21 the nearest practice is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 9 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 10 practices, and within 20 there are 30.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Hartley Dental Plymouth (9.4 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around PL21 list clear aligners, the nearest 9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around PL21 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, 9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PL21 to Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth 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 230 to 470 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £210 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
PL21 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | South Hams |
| 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,194 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 224 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 9 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Ivybridge Community College — 0.6 miles Plympton Academy — 5.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 2,262 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, Plymouth — 9 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 11 miles Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 12 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 | 10 within 10 miles, 30 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TQ10, PL8, PL7, TQ11, TQ7, PL9, PL95, PL6 |
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 PL21 area
A typical orthodontic search around PL21 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 PL21 is Ivybridge.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL21
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL21?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL21 is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 9.0 miles to the west. The next closest are Plymouth Orthodontics (9.2 miles) and Hartley Dental Plymouth (9.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL21?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PL21, 10 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 9.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL21?
The nearest practice to PL21 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Eilertsen Dental Care, Plymouth, about 9.0 miles to the west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (9.2 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (9.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL21 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL21 include Ivybridge, Filham, Hunsdon, Penquit, Ermington, Westlake, Ludbrook and Harford.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL21 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Ivybridge, Devon, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.