Orthodontic practices near Aberffraw
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Aberffraw; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 14.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 14.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 28.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 28.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Aberffraw with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 14.6 miles east; the next are Llandudno (28.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 14.6 miles east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 28.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Aberffraw at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr University 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 |
| Population | 620 |
| Residents under 16 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,098 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 23.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 50 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 84th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 15 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 28 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 31 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Valley Dental Practice — 8 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 Aberffraw
The nearest practice to Aberffraw is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 14.6 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (14.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Aberffraw list clear aligners, the nearest 14.6 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 Aberffraw are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Aberffraw to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 35 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 380 to 760 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £170 to £340 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 230 to 380 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Aberffraw
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Orthodontist in Aberffraw: Before booking anything in Aberffraw, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Aberffraw with the wider Anglesey area. Aberffraw — a small village with a population of around 620 — is covered on this page specifically.
Where Aberffraw sits locally
Aberffraw has a population of around 620, making it a small village within Anglesey. Heading north-east for around 3 km brings you to Llangadwaladr, the closest linked location.
Continue your local research
You can continue browsing related location pages including Ty Croes, Pencarnisiog, Bryn Du, Llangadwaladr, Tywyn Fferam, and Llanfaelog if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Aberffraw in context
Aberffraw is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Aberffraw's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.7% of the 2,098 residents in Aberffraw's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Aberffraw; the nearest is about 15 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Aberffraw is roughly mid-table for Wales.
What we know about practices near Aberffraw
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Aberffraw. The nearest we do hold are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 15 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 28 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 31 miles away.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Aberffraw
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Aberffraw helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Aberffraw
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Aberffraw — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Aberffraw Explained
Patients in Aberffraw have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Treatment Options in Aberffraw — Local Context
Aberffraw has no orthodontic practice of its own, but a dentist — Valley Dental Practice — is about 8 miles away, and a general dentist is who most people ask for an orthodontic referral in the first place. Officially, Aberffraw is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Aberffraw falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census data puts only 13.2% of Aberffraw's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Aberffraw, 4.7% of the 2,098 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Aberffraw has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 15 miles away. National deprivation data puts Aberffraw close to the Wales median. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Aberffraw. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 15 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 28 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 31 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Aberffraw. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Aberffraw
This part of the page places Aberffraw, Anglesey in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Other local pages worth browsing include Ty Croes, Pencarnisiog, Bryn Du, Llangadwaladr, Tywyn Fferam, and Llanfaelog.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Aberffraw
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Aberffraw often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Aberffraw?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Aberffraw is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 14.6 miles to the east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (28.0 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (28.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Aberffraw?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Aberffraw, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 14.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Aberffraw?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Aberffraw, Anglesey?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Aberffraw, Anglesey?
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.