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Orthodontic practices near Abercwmboi

On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Abercwmboi, 9 practices within 10 and 59 practices within 20. The closest is Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, 2.1 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare2.1 miles north-west–✓✓4.9 (196 reviews)
Swan Dental PracticeAberdare2.3 miles north-west–––4.7 (14 reviews)
Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil5.2 miles north–––3.4 (429 reviews)
Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun5.4 miles north-west–✓✓5.0 (1,268 reviews)
Taf DentalPontypridd6.5 miles south-east✓✓✓4.9 (243 reviews)
Smart SmilesHengoed8.2 miles south-east–––4.8 (213 reviews)
Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd8.8 miles south-east–––4.1 (9 reviews)
Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood9.4 miles east✓–✓4.9 (1,090 reviews)

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

Nearest places to Abercwmboi with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aberdare, 2.1 miles north-west; the next are Merthyr Tydfil (5.2 miles north) and Hirwaun (5.4 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Aberdare22.1 miles north-west
Merthyr Tydfil15.2 miles north
Hirwaun15.4 miles north-west
Pontypridd26.5 miles south-east
Hengoed18.2 miles south-east
Blackwood19.4 miles east

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

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Abercwmboi

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 5.4 miles north-west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun5.0 (1,268 reviews)5.4 miles north-west
Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly5.0 (761 reviews)9.5 miles south-east
Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff5.0 (294 reviews)15.3 miles south-east
Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill5.0 (198 reviews)14.8 miles south-east

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

Abercwmboi at a Glance

NationWales
Council areaRhondda Cynon Taf
NHS dental servicesCwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course
Area type (ONS)Urban: Further from a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of Wales
Residents under 1620.2% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,934 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally11.9% aged 16 to 24 and 32.6% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car29.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre457 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles2 practices, more than 69% of towns in Wales
Access within Rhondda Cynon Taf42nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 3 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.1 miles away, closer than 81% of towns in Wales
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.7% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in Rhondda Cynon Taf
Nearest university dental hospitalUniversity Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 16 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesJamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd, Aberdare — 2 miles
Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 5 miles
Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles9 within 10 miles, 59 within 20 miles

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.

Getting orthodontic treatment from Abercwmboi

The nearest practice to Abercwmboi is Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 59.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (5.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (9.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Abercwmboi list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Abercwmboi are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, 6.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 16 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Abercwmboi

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Braces and aligner options in Abercwmboi

Orthodontist in Abercwmboi: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Abercwmboi keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Abercwmboi in context

Abercwmboi is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Abercwmboi. Census figures show 20.2% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,934 residents in Abercwmboi's census neighbourhood, below the 7.2% average across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (2), Abercwmboi has more choice than 69% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Abercwmboi among Wales's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Abercwmboi is about 16 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.

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About Abercwmboi

The nearest other location we cover is Glenboi, under 1 km to the east.

What local practice data suggests in Abercwmboi

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Abercwmboi itself. The nearest we do hold are Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, about 2 miles away; Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 5 miles away; and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 5 miles away.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Abercwmboi

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Abercwmboi helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Abercwmboi

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Abercwmboi — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

Orthodontic Treatments in Abercwmboi

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Abercwmboi has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Abercwmboi

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Abercwmboi — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Abercwmboi. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Abercwmboi

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Abercwmboi often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Abercwmboi?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Abercwmboi is Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Swan Dental Practice (2.3 miles) and Prince Charles Hospital (5.2 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Abercwmboi?

Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Abercwmboi, 9 practices within 10 miles and 59 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Abercwmboi?

The nearest practice to Abercwmboi that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 6.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (9.4 miles) and Dental Lounge Glynneath (10.1 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Abercwmboi, Rhondda Cynon Taf?

A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Abercwmboi, Rhondda Cynon Taf?

Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.

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TitleAbercwmboi, Rhondda Cynon Taf Teeth Straightening
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