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Braces And Clear Aligners Near TQ9

This page focuses on orthodontic options for the TQ9 postcode district and the Totnes, Devon area around it. The aim is to turn a broad postcode search into treatment-specific next steps without a generic enquiry. The first step can be done from home in a few minutes.

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Orthodontic practices near TQ9

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of TQ9, 16 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, 1.1 miles north-east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dart Vale Dental & Implant ClinicTotnes1.1 miles north-east✓–✓4.6 (501 reviews)
Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training CoursesTotnes1.4 miles north✓–✓5.0 (3 reviews)
South Devon DentalTorquay5.5 miles east–––5.0 (820 reviews)
GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton5.7 miles east––✓4.9 (99 reviews)
Fresh Dental & Implant ClinicDartmouth6.2 miles south-east✓––4.4 (104 reviews)
Expert SmilePaignton6.3 miles east––✓5.0 (130 reviews)
AirlocumDartmouth6.6 miles south-east–––4.9 (92 reviews)
Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington6.8 miles north-east✓✓✓5.0 (534 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to TQ9 with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Totnes, 1.1 miles north-east; the next are Torquay (5.5 miles east) and Paignton (5.7 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Totnes21.1 miles north-east
Torquay15.5 miles east
Paignton25.7 miles east
Dartmouth26.2 miles south-east
Cockington16.8 miles north-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TQ9

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), 5.5 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
South Devon DentalTorquay5.0 (820 reviews)5.5 miles east
Ocean Orthodontic ClinicCockington5.0 (534 reviews)6.8 miles north-east
Expert SmilePaignton5.0 (130 reviews)6.3 miles east
GreenTree Dental Implant ClinicPaignton4.9 (99 reviews)5.7 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Getting orthodontic treatment from TQ9

TQ9 is 1.1 miles from Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 28.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Expert Smile (6.3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around TQ9 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 TQ9 are commissioned by NHS Devon Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 18 miles away.

TQ9 at a Glance

NationEngland
Council areaSouth Hams
NHS dental servicesNHS Devon Integrated Care Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10)
Area type (ONS)Larger rural: Further from a major town or city
DeprivationAround the England average
Residents under 1617.4% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents7,679 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car22.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre132 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health22.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Nearest university dental hospitalPeninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 18 miles
Nearest secondary schoolsKing Edward VI Community College — 1.5 miles
Paignton Academy — 4.7 miles
Secondary schools within 3 miles1 school, about 940 pupils (DfE)
5-year-olds with visible decay22.6% across the local ICB (OHID)
Orthodontic practices on record2
Nearest orthodontic practicesDart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic, Totnes — 1 miles
South Devon Dental, Torquay — 6 miles
GreenTree Dental Implant Clinic, Paignton — 6 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles16 within 10 miles, 28 within 20 miles
Neighbouring districtsTQ11, TQ3, TQ4, TQ6, TQ10, TQ12, TQ2, 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 TQ9

Most TQ9 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.

The nearest town page for TQ9 is Totnes.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TQ9

Where is the nearest orthodontist to TQ9?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TQ9 is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 1.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (1.4 miles) and South Devon Dental (5.5 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near TQ9?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of TQ9, 16 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near TQ9?

The nearest practice to TQ9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dart Vale Dental & Implant Clinic in Totnes, about 1.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Identiti UK | Orthodontic Laboratory and Training Courses (1.4 miles) and Fresh Dental & Implant Clinic (6.2 miles).

Which places are in or near the TQ9 postcode district?

Places in or next to TQ9 include Totnes, Longcause, Ashsprington, Harberton, Cott, Dartington, Harbertonford and True Street.

How do I find an orthodontist near the TQ9 postcode area?

Begin with the town and area pages covering Totnes, Devon, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.

How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near TQ9?

Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.

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.

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