Orthodontic practices near TQ6
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of TQ6, 11 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 0.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 0.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 0.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 6.2 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 6.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 6.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 7.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 7.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| Parkhill DentalTorquay | 8.5 miles north | – | – | – | 4.8 (306 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TQ6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartmouth, 0.4 miles north-west; the next are Torquay (6.2 miles north) and Paignton (6.3 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | 2 | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Torquay | 2 | 6.2 miles north |
| Paignton | 2 | 6.3 miles north |
| Totnes | 2 | 6.9 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TQ6
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), 6.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 6.2 miles north |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 7.1 miles north |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 4.9 (99 reviews) | 6.3 miles north |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 4.9 (92 reviews) | 0.6 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 TQ6
The nearest practice to TQ6 is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 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 11 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Expert Smile (7.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around TQ6 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around TQ6 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 23 miles away.
TQ6 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 4.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,255 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 22.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 672 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 23 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Dartmouth Academy — 0.2 miles Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy — 3.7 miles Brixham College — 4.9 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 435 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic, Dartmouth — under a mile South Devon Dental, Torquay — 6 miles GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic, Paignton — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 17 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TQ4, TQ5, TQ3, TQ9, TQ2, TQ1, TQ12, TQ7 |
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 TQ6
Patients in the TQ6 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 TQ6 is Dartmouth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TQ6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TQ6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TQ6 is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Airlocum (0.6 miles) and South Devon Dental (6.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TQ6?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of TQ6, 11 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TQ6?
The nearest practice to TQ6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 0.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (6.9 miles) and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (7.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the TQ6 postcode district?
Places in or next to TQ6 include Dartmouth, Stoke Fleming, Kingswear, Warfleet, Sandquay, Dittisham, Galmpton and Strete.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TQ6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Dartmouth, Devon, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near TQ6?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.