Orthodontic practices near TR9
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of TR9; 9 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Gentle Dental in Newquay, 5.6 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gentle DentalNewquay | 5.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (66 reviews) |
| WEST FACE ORTHODONTICSAust | 8.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Truro Road Dental PracticeSt Austell | 8.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Mr J F Steyn - West Face OrthodonticsSt Austell | 8.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Manor House Dental & Implant ClinicSt Austell | 8.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (405 reviews) |
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 8.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (149 reviews) |
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 8.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) |
| Smile Dental Care - St AustellSt Austell | 8.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.1 (21 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to TR9 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newquay, 5.6 miles west; the next are Aust (8.0 miles south-east) and St Austell (8.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newquay | 1 | 5.6 miles west |
| Aust | 1 | 8.0 miles south-east |
| St Austell | 4 | 8.0 miles south-east |
| Wadebridge | 2 | 8.2 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 TR9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (4.9 from 1,615 reviews), 8.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wadebridge Dental - CornwallWadebridge | 4.9 (1,615 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Manor House Dental & Implant ClinicSt Austell | 4.9 (405 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-east |
| Number 65 Dental & Implant ClinicWadebridge | 4.8 (149 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Gentle DentalNewquay | 4.3 (66 reviews) | 5.6 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from TR9
From TR9 the nearest practice is Gentle Dental in Newquay, 5.6 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. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (8.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Smile Dental Care - St Austell (8.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around TR9 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.1 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 TR9 are commissioned by NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Gentle Dental in Newquay, 5.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, about 36 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from TR9 to Gentle Dental is roughly 10 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 150 to 290 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £130 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
TR9 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 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,034 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 125 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Peninsula Dental School, Plymouth — 36 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Treviglas Academy — 5.0 miles Newquay Tretherras — 5.4 miles Brannel School — 5.5 miles |
| 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 | Gentle Dental, Newquay — 6 miles Truro Road Dental Practice, St Austell — 8 miles WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS, Aust — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 24 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | TR8, PL28, PL27, PL26, TR7, TR2, PL25, TR1 |
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 TR9
A typical orthodontic search around TR9 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for TR9 is Black Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near TR9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to TR9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to TR9 is Gentle Dental in Newquay, about 5.6 miles to the west. The next closest are WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS (8.0 miles) and Truro Road Dental Practice (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near TR9?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of TR9, 9 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Newquay, 5.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near TR9?
The nearest practice to TR9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Gentle Dental in Newquay, about 5.6 miles to the west. Others nearby include WEST FACE ORTHODONTICS (8.0 miles) and Wadebridge Dental - Cornwall (8.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the TR9 postcode district?
Places in or next to TR9 include Black Cross, St Columb Road, Trevarren, Toldish, Ruthvoes, Saint Columb Major, Indian Queens and Gluvian.
How do I find an orthodontist near the TR9 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Black Cross, Cornwall, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.