Orthodontic practices near Aberedw
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Aberedw. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 24.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 24.7 miles south | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 26.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 26.8 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 26.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 27.0 miles east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 27.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 27.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 27.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Aberedw with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 24.7 miles south; the next are Hereford (26.8 miles east) and Hirwaun (27.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 24.7 miles south |
| Hereford | 9 | 26.8 miles east |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 27.3 miles south |
| Aberdare | 2 | 28.4 miles south |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 28.7 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Aberedw at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Powys |
| NHS dental services | Powys Teaching Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,209 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 291st closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 25 miles St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 27 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 27 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 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 Aberedw
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Aberedw; the nearest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 24.7 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (27.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (26.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 8 of the practices around Aberedw list clear aligners, the nearest 26.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Aberedw are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 26.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Aberedw to Prince Charles Hospital is roughly 55 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 640 to 1,280 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £290 to £575 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 390 to 640 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Aberedw
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Orthodontist in Aberedw: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Aberedw. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Sir Powys.
What we know about practices near Aberedw
There is no orthodontist on our records in Aberedw itself. The nearest recorded are Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 25 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 27 miles away; and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 27 miles away.
A quick look at Aberedw
The nearest other location we cover is Alltmawr, around 1 km to the south-west.
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Related pages for Alltmawr, Llandeilo Graban, Llanfaredd, Llanbadarn-y-garreg, Erwood, and Gwenddwr are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
What official data says about Aberedw
Aberedw is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. 15.1% of Aberedw's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Aberedw, 7.1% of the 1,209 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Sir Powys, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Aberedw has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 25 miles away. Aberedw sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Aberedw
Orthodontic treatment in Aberedw is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Aberedw
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Aberedw
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Treatment Options in Aberedw — Local Context
Aberedw has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — mydentist — is about 20 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. ONS classifies Aberedw as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Powys Teaching Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Aberedw. Census figures show 15.1% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Aberedw, 7.1% of the 1,209 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Sir Powys, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Aberedw has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 25 miles away. Aberedw sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Aberedw itself. The nearest we do hold are Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 25 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 27 miles away; and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 27 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Aberedw. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Aberedw
If Aberedw, Sir Powys is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Other local pages worth browsing include Alltmawr, Llandeilo Graban, Llanfaredd, Llanbadarn-y-garreg, Erwood, and Gwenddwr.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Aberedw
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Aberedw often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Aberedw?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Aberedw is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 24.7 miles to the south. The next closest are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (26.8 miles) and St.Owen Dental Studio (26.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Aberedw?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Aberedw, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 24.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Aberedw?
The nearest practice to Aberedw that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 26.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (26.9 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (27.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Aberedw, Sir Powys?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Aberedw, Sir Powys?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.