Orthodontic practices near Achddu
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Achddu, 6 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 3.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 3.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 3.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 3.8 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 3.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 3.8 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 10.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 11.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Achddu with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 3.7 miles east; the next are Dunvant (10.2 miles east) and Carmarthen (11.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 3.7 miles east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 10.2 miles east |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 11.7 miles north |
| Swansea | 10 | 12.2 miles east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 13.0 miles south-east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 19.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Achddu
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 13.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 13.0 miles south-east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 11.8 miles north |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 10.2 miles east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 14.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Achddu at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 13.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,154 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 22.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 79 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 54th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 69% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 4 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 10 miles Quayside Orthodontics, Carmarthen — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 21 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | SA16 |
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 Achddu
Achddu is 3.7 miles from Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (3.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Achddu list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Achddu are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, 3.8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Achddu
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What we know about practices near Achddu
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Achddu itself. The nearest we do hold are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 4 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 10 miles away; and Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 12 miles away.
What official data says about Achddu
Officially, Achddu is categorised as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Achddu falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Achddu has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.8% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,154 residents in the neighbourhood around Achddu, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Achddu has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 82% of towns in Wales. Achddu's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales.
About Achddu
Just under 1 km north, Graig is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Graig, Burry Port, Dyfatty, Waun Baglam, Waun y Clyn, and Heol-ddu.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Achddu
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The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Achddu
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Treatment Options in Achddu — Local Context
Provision in Achddu varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Achddu is classified as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board. Achddu has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.8% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Achddu, 6.9% of the 2,154 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Achddu has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 82% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Achddu sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. There is no orthodontist on our records in Achddu itself. The nearest recorded are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 4 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 10 miles away; and Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 12 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Achddu. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Achddu
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Achddu, Carmarthenshire alone. Nearby pages covering Graig, Burry Port, Dyfatty, Waun Baglam, Waun y Clyn, and Heol-ddu may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Achddu
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Achddu often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Achddu?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Achddu is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 3.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (3.8 miles) and Nott Sarah (3.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Achddu?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Achddu, 6 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Achddu?
The nearest practice to Achddu that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, about 3.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (5.6 miles) and West Coast Dental Care (10.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Achddu, Carmarthenshire?
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 Achddu, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.