Orthodontic practices near TQ11
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of TQ11, 10 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, 2.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 2.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (603 reviews) |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (243 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 5.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 5.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 8.6 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (533 reviews) |
| Devon Square SurgeryNewton Abbot | 8.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.3 (52 reviews) |
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 8.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (797 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 9.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TQ11 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ashburton, 2.6 miles north-east; the next are Totnes (5.4 miles south-east) and Newton Abbot (8.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ashburton | 2 | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 5.4 miles south-east |
| Newton Abbot | 3 | 8.6 miles east |
| Torquay | 1 | 9.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TQ11
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Newton Abbot Dental (5.0 from 797 reviews), 8.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot DentalNewton Abbot | 5.0 (797 reviews) | 8.6 miles north-east |
| Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth StraighteningNewton Abbot | 5.0 (533 reviews) | 8.6 miles east |
| Moor Dental & Implant ClinicAshburton | 4.9 (603 reviews) | 2.6 miles north-east |
| Devon Dental Centre of ExcellenceAshburton | 4.8 (243 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TQ11
TQ11 is 2.6 miles from Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 37.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 5 of the practices around TQ11 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 TQ11 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Devon Dental Centre of Excellence in Ashburton, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 15 miles away.
TQ11 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Teignbridge |
| 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 | More deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,779 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 25.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 49 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 15 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | South Dartmoor Community College — 3.4 miles King Edward VI Community College — 5.0 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Moor Dental & Implant Clinic, Ashburton — 3 miles Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses, Totnes — 5 miles Devon Square Orthodontics Brace Specialists for Children and Adults Teeth Straightening, Newton Abbot — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 37 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TQ10, TQ9, TQ13, PL21, TQ12, TQ7, TQ3, TQ4 |
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 TQ11 area
A typical orthodontic search around TQ11 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 TQ11 is Buckfastleigh.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TQ11
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TQ11?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TQ11 is Moor Dental & Implant Clinic in Ashburton, about 2.6 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Devon Dental Centre of Excellence (2.8 miles) and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (5.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TQ11?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of TQ11, 10 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TQ11?
The nearest practice to TQ11 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Devon Dental Centre of Excellence in Ashburton, about 2.8 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (5.4 miles) and Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (5.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the TQ11 postcode district?
Places in or next to TQ11 include Buckfastleigh, Glebelands, Buckfast, Lower Dean, Deancombe, Dean Prior, Harbourneford and Rattery.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TQ11 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Buckfastleigh, 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 TQ11?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.