Orthodontic practices near TQ4
On our practice register: 9 practices within 5 miles of TQ4, 14 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is South Devon Dental in Torquay, 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 0.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 1.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 1.9 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 3.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (534 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 3.8 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Torbay HospitalTorquay | 4.2 miles north | – | – | – | 3.9 (386 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 4.7 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TQ4 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Torquay, 0.9 miles north; the next are Paignton (1.1 miles north) and Cockington (3.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Torquay | 4 | 0.9 miles north |
| Paignton | 2 | 1.1 miles north |
| Cockington | 1 | 3.8 miles north |
| Totnes | 1 | 4.7 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TQ4
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is South Devon Dental in Torquay (5.0 from 820 reviews), 0.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 0.9 miles north |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 3.8 miles north |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 1.9 miles north |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 4.9 (99 reviews) | 1.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TQ4
The nearest practice to TQ4 is South Devon Dental in Torquay, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (1.9 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around TQ4 list clear aligners, the nearest 1.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TQ4 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Cockington, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 24 miles away.
TQ4 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Torbay |
| 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,488 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 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,670 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 24 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Paignton Academy — 0.8 miles Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy — 1.9 miles Brixham College — 3.6 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,630 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 45 schools, 19,593 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | South Devon Dental, Torquay — under a mile GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic, Paignton — 1 miles Ocean Orthodontic Clinic, Cockington — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 24 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TQ3, TQ5, TQ2, TQ1, TQ6, TQ12, TQ9, TQ14 |
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 TQ4
A typical orthodontic search around TQ4 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 TQ4 is Goodrington.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TQ4
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TQ4?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TQ4 is South Devon Dental in Torquay, about 0.9 miles to the north. The next closest are GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic (1.1 miles) and Expert Smile (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TQ4?
Our register has 9 practices within 5 miles of TQ4, 14 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TQ4?
The nearest practice to TQ4 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ocean Orthodontic Clinic in Cockington, about 3.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (3.8 miles) and Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (4.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the TQ4 postcode district?
Places in or next to TQ4 include Goodrington, Paignton, Tweenaways, Higher Yalberton, Collaton St Mary, Shorton, Broadsands and Beechdown.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TQ4 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Goodrington, Borough of Torbay, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near TQ4?
Yes — availability isn't limited by postcode, and patients around Goodrington, Borough of Torbay can start an assessment today.
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.