Orthodontic practices near Argoed
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Argoed; 6 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, 5.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruabon Road Dental PracticeWrexham | 5.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,255 reviews) |
| Wrexham Dental WorksWrexham | 5.8 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (162 reviews) |
| Ramada Plaza by Wyndham WrexhamWrexham | 5.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (1,133 reviews) |
| Signature SmilesWrexham | 7.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (32 reviews) |
| Dant Y Coed Dental PracticeRhosllannerchrugog | 7.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (84 reviews) |
| Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski DentystaOswestry | 10.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.5 (103 reviews) |
| DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern DentistryChester | 12.6 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (31 reviews) |
| Cambria Dental PracticePenyffordd | 12.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (54 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Argoed with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Wrexham, 5.1 miles north-west; the next are Rhosllannerchrugog (7.5 miles north-west) and Oswestry (10.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Wrexham | 4 | 5.1 miles north-west |
| Rhosllannerchrugog | 1 | 7.5 miles north-west |
| Oswestry | 1 | 10.0 miles south-west |
| Chester | 9 | 12.6 miles north |
| Penyffordd | 1 | 12.6 miles north |
| Guilden Sutton | 1 | 14.7 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Argoed
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Art of Dental Care Chester (5.0 from 75 reviews), 14.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 14.9 miles north |
| Masters OrthodonticsChester | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 14.9 miles north |
| DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern DentistryChester | 5.0 (31 reviews) | 12.6 miles north |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 19.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Argoed at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wrexham |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,005 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 26.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 78 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Wrexham | 76th closest to an orthodontic practice of 108 places in the county (the county median is 3.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.1 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Wrexham |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 30 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lakelands Academy — 5.4 miles St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) — 5.7 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ruabon Road Dental Practice, Wrexham — 5 miles Dant Y Coed Dental Practice, Rhosllannerchrugog — 8 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 10 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 | 6 within 10 miles, 28 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 Argoed
From Argoed the nearest practice is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, 5.1 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 6 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Wrexham Dental Works (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Masters Orthodontics (14.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Argoed list clear aligners, the nearest 5.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Argoed are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, 5.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 30 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Argoed to Ruabon Road Dental Practice 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 130 to 270 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £120 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Argoed
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Argoed in context
Argoed — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 18.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Argoed, 7.6% of the 2,005 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.7% average across Wrexham, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Argoed; the nearest is about 5 miles away. Secondary-age pupils near Argoed attend schools such as Lakelands Academy (5.4 miles) and St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) (5.7 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Argoed sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Argoed is Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 30 miles away.
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Local treatment availability around Argoed
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Argoed. The nearest recorded are Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 5 miles away; Dant Y Coed Dental Practice in Rhosllannerchrugog, about 8 miles away; and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 10 miles away.
About Argoed
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The Orthodontic Journey in Argoed
Starting orthodontic treatment in Argoed can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Argoed runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Argoed Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Argoed
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Argoed. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Argoed
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Argoed often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Argoed?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Argoed is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 5.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Wrexham Dental Works (5.8 miles) and Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham (5.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Argoed?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Argoed, 6 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Wrexham, 5.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Argoed?
The nearest practice to Argoed that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 5.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Wrexham Dental Works (5.8 miles) and Signature Smiles (7.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Argoed, Wrexham?
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 Argoed, Wrexham?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.