Orthodontic practices near TR20
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of TR20, 3 practices within 10 and 11 practices within 20. The closest is The Lescudjack Centre in Penzance, 2.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lescudjack CentrePenzance | 2.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.3 (77 reviews) |
| Carbis Bay Dental & Implant CareUny Lelant | 4.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (214 reviews) |
| Chapel DentalCamborne | 10.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.6 (85 reviews) |
| DM Orthotics LtdRedruth | 13.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Revitalise Dental CentreSaint Agnes | 17.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (76 reviews) |
| Waterside DentalcarePenryn | 17.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (22 reviews) |
| Smile TogetherFlushing | 17.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| The Observatory Dental PracticeFalmouth | 18.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (253 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TR20 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Penzance, 2.3 miles west; the next are Uny Lelant (4.4 miles north) and Camborne (10.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Penzance | 1 | 2.3 miles west |
| Uny Lelant | 1 | 4.4 miles north |
| Camborne | 1 | 10.0 miles north-east |
| Redruth | 1 | 13.9 miles north-east |
| Saint Agnes | 1 | 17.4 miles north-east |
| Penryn | 1 | 17.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of TR20
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Observatory Dental Practice in Falmouth (5.0 from 253 reviews), 18.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Observatory Dental PracticeFalmouth | 5.0 (253 reviews) | 18.2 miles east |
| Waterside DentalcarePenryn | 5.0 (22 reviews) | 17.7 miles east |
| Carbis Bay Dental & Implant CareUny Lelant | 4.8 (214 reviews) | 4.4 miles north |
| Revitalise Dental CentreSaint Agnes | 4.8 (76 reviews) | 17.4 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 TR20
The nearest practice to TR20 is The Lescudjack Centre in Penzance, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 11.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Revitalise Dental Centre (17.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around TR20 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 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 TR20 are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Chapel Dental in Camborne, 10 miles away.
TR20 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cornwall |
| NHS dental services | NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,480 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 280 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest secondary schools | Humphry Davy School — 2.4 miles Mounts Bay Academy — 3.1 miles St Ives School — 4.8 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 740 pupils (DfE) |
| Schools in council area | 294 schools, 73,481 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 29.7% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Lescudjack Centre, Penzance — 2 miles Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care, Uny Lelant — 4 miles Chapel Dental, Camborne — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 3 within 10 miles, 11 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TR17, TR18, TR26, TR27, TR19, TR13, TR14, TR15 |
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 TR20
Patients in the TR20 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 TR20 is Ludgvan.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TR20
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TR20?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TR20 is The Lescudjack Centre in Penzance, about 2.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Carbis Bay Dental & Implant Care (4.4 miles) and Chapel Dental (10.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TR20?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of TR20, 3 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TR20?
The nearest practice to TR20 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Chapel Dental in Camborne, about 10.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Revitalise Dental Centre (17.4 miles) and Waterside Dentalcare (17.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the TR20 postcode district?
Places in or next to TR20 include Ludgvan, Marazion, Longrock, Vellanoweth, Crowlas, Gwallon, Cockwells and Canon's Town.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TR20 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Ludgvan, Cornwall, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.