Orthodontic practices near PL28
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PL28; 3 practices within 10 and 19 practices within 20. The closest is Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, 5.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 5.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (149 reviews) |
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 5.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) |
| Gentle DentalNewquay | 8.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (66 reviews) |
| Mr J F Steyn - West Face OrthodonticsSt Austell | 15.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| WEST FACE ORTHODONTICSAust | 15.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Truro Road Dental PracticeSt Austell | 15.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Manor House Dental & Implant ClinicSt Austell | 15.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (405 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care - St AustellSt Austell | 15.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.1 (21 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to PL28 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wadebridge, 5.7 miles east; the next are Newquay (8.9 miles south-west) and St Austell (15.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge | 2 | 5.7 miles east |
| Newquay | 1 | 8.9 miles south-west |
| St Austell | 4 | 15.4 miles south-east |
| Aust | 1 | 15.4 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 PL28
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (4.9 from 1,615 reviews), 5.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) | 5.7 miles east |
| Manor House Dental & Implant ClinicSt Austell | 4.9 (405 reviews) | 15.5 miles south-east |
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 4.8 (149 reviews) | 5.7 miles east |
| Gentle DentalNewquay | 4.3 (66 reviews) | 8.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL28
From PL28 the nearest practice is Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, 5.7 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 3 practices, and within 20 there are 19.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (5.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Dental Care - St Austell (15.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around PL28 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.7 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 PL28 are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall, 5.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PL28 to Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
PL28 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,100 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 109 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 39 miles |
| 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 | Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic, Wadebridge — 6 miles Gentle Dental, Newquay — 9 miles Mr J F Steyn - West Face Orthodontics, St Austell — 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 19 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PL27, TR9, PL29, TR8, TR7, PL26, PL30, PL33 |
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 PL28
Most PL28 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for PL28 is Trevone.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL28
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL28?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL28 is Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic in Wadebridge, about 5.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (5.7 miles) and Gentle Dental (8.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL28?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PL28, 3 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Wadebridge, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL28?
The nearest practice to PL28 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall, about 5.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Gentle Dental (8.9 miles) and WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS (15.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL28 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL28 include Trevone, Treator, Trethillick, Crugmeer, Saint Merryn, Highlanes, Padstow and Towan.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL28 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Trevone, Cornwall, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near PL28 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.