Orthodontic practices near PL8
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of PL8; 14 practices within 10 and 20 practices within 20. The closest is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 6.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 6.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 6.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (106 reviews) |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 6.2 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (260 reviews) |
| Clark House DentalPlymouth | 6.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Plymouth OrthodonticsPlymouth | 6.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre PlymouthPlymouth | 6.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (52 reviews) |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 6.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (174 reviews) |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 7.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (273 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 PL8
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), 6.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dental & Implant CentrePlymouth | 5.0 (106 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-west |
| Eilertsen Dental Care, PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (273 reviews) | 7.1 miles north-west |
| Smile Care Cosmetic CentrePlymouth | 4.9 (260 reviews) | 6.2 miles north-west |
| Hartley Dental PlymouthPlymouth | 4.9 (174 reviews) | 6.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from PL8
From PL8 the nearest practice is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, 6.1 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 20.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Clark House Dental (6.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Hartley Dental Plymouth (6.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 7 of the practices around PL8 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.1 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 PL8 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, 6.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from PL8 to Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice 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 7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
PL8 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,193 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.2% aged 16 to 24 and 21.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 118 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 7 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Coombe Dean School — 3.2 miles Plymstock School — 3.9 miles Plympton Academy — 4.1 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, Plymouth — 6 miles Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence, Saltash — 9 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 16 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, 20 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | PL7, PL9, PL95, PL21, PL4, PL3, PL6, PL1 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in PL8
Patients in the PL8 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 PL8 is Membland.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near PL8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to PL8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to PL8 is Plymouth City Centre Dental Practice, about 6.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Dental & Implant Centre (6.2 miles) and Smile Care Cosmetic Centre (6.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near PL8?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of PL8, 14 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Plymouth, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near PL8?
The nearest practice to PL8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clark House Dental in Plymouth, about 6.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Plymouth Orthodontics (6.3 miles) and Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre Plymouth (6.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the PL8 postcode district?
Places in or next to PL8 include Membland, Newton Ferrers, Noss Mayo, Sherford, Langage, Chaddlewood, Plympton St Maurice and Hollacombe Hill.
How do I find an orthodontist near the PL8 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Membland, Devon, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near PL8?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.