Orthodontic practices near TQ5
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of TQ5, 11 practices within 10 and 20 practices within 20. The closest is GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic in Paignton, 3.6 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 3.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 3.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 3.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 4.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 4.3 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 4.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 6.2 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (534 reviews) |
| OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINICTorquay | 6.2 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TQ5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Paignton, 3.6 miles north-west; the next are Dartmouth (3.7 miles south-west) and Torquay (3.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Paignton | 2 | 3.6 miles north-west |
| Dartmouth | 2 | 3.7 miles south-west |
| Torquay | 3 | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Cockington | 1 | 6.2 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TQ5
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), 3.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 3.7 miles north-west |
| Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington | 5.0 (534 reviews) | 6.2 miles north |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 4.2 miles north |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 4.9 (99 reviews) | 3.6 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 TQ5
The nearest practice to TQ5 is GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic in Paignton, 3.6 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 20.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (4.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around TQ5 list clear aligners, the nearest 3.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TQ5 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 26 miles away.
TQ5 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 | 13.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,977 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,206 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 26 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Brixham College — 0.7 miles Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy — 1.6 miles Paignton Academy — 3.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 schools, about 2,074 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 | GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic, Paignton — 4 miles Airlocum, Dartmouth — 4 miles South Devon Dental, Torquay — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 20 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TQ4, TQ3, TQ1, TQ6, TQ2, TQ14, TQ12, TQ9 |
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 TQ5
Most TQ5 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 TQ5 is Brixham.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TQ5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TQ5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TQ5 is GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic in Paignton, about 3.6 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Airlocum (3.7 miles) and South Devon Dental (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TQ5?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of TQ5, 11 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TQ5?
The nearest practice to TQ5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 4.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Ocean Orthodontic Clinic (6.2 miles) and OCEAN ORTHODONTIC CLINIC (6.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the TQ5 postcode district?
Places in or next to TQ5 include Brixham, Higher Brixham, Churston Ferrers, Broadsands, Galmpton, Goodrington, Sandquay and Kingswear.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TQ5 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Brixham, Borough of Torbay, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near TQ5?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any 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.