Orthodontic practices near TQ8
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of TQ8; 24 practices within 20. The closest is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 11.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth | 11.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.4 (104 reviews) |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 11.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (92 reviews) |
| Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes | 14.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (501 reviews) |
| Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes | 14.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (3 reviews) |
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 16.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (820 reviews) |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 16.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (99 reviews) |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 17.4 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (130 reviews) |
| Plymouth City Centre Dental PracticePlymouth | 18.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (181 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TQ8 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dartmouth, 11.0 miles north-east; the next are Totnes (14.0 miles north) and Torquay (16.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth | 2 | 11.0 miles north-east |
| Totnes | 2 | 14.0 miles north |
| Torquay | 1 | 16.4 miles north-east |
| Paignton | 2 | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Plymouth | 1 | 18.6 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 TQ8
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), 16.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Devon DentalTorquay | 5.0 (820 reviews) | 16.4 miles north-east |
| Expert SmilePaignton | 5.0 (130 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-east |
| GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton | 4.9 (99 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-east |
| AirlocumDartmouth | 4.9 (92 reviews) | 11.6 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 TQ8
From TQ8 the nearest practice is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 11 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. 24 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Expert Smile (17.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around TQ8 list clear aligners, the nearest 14 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 TQ8 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, 11 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 19 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TQ8 to Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic is roughly 25 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 290 to 570 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £130 to £255 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 290 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TQ8 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 | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 8.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,191 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.6% aged 16 to 24 and 22.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 124 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 — 19 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Kingsbridge Academy — 3.1 miles |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 22.6% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic, Dartmouth — 11 miles Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic, Totnes — 14 miles South Devon Dental, Torquay — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 24 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TQ7, TQ10, TQ9, PL21, TQ6, TQ11, PL8, 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.
Teeth straightening near TQ8
People searching from TQ8 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for TQ8 is Salcombe.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TQ8
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TQ8?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TQ8 is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 11.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Airlocum (11.6 miles) and Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (14.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TQ8?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TQ8, 0 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Dartmouth, 11.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TQ8?
The nearest practice to TQ8 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic in Dartmouth, about 11.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic (14.0 miles) and Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (14.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the TQ8 postcode district?
Places in or next to TQ8 include Salcombe, Higher Batson, Lower Batson, East Portlemouth, Rickham, Southville, West Charleton and Malborough.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TQ8 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Salcombe, Devon, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
The right choice is case-led. Clear aligners suit discreet, moderate cases; fixed braces give more control for complex bites.
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.