Orthodontic practices near Barland
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Barland; 8 practices within 20. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 19.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 19.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 19.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 19.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 20.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 20.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 20.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 20.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 20.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Barland
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 19.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 19.8 miles south-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 20.0 miles south-east |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (314 reviews) | 19.9 miles south-east |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (167 reviews) | 20.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Barland 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 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,684 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 11 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 228th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lady Hawkins' School — 3.4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford — 20 miles Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 32 miles Buckingham House Dental Surgery, Great Malvern — 32 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 45 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 8 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 6 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 Barland
Barland is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 19.8 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 8 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Willows Dentistry (19.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around Barland list clear aligners, the nearest 19.8 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 Barland are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, 19.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Barland to St.Owen Dental Studio is roughly 45 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 510 to 1,030 miles and 15 to 30 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £230 to £465 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 310 to 510 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Barland
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Orthodontist in Barland: This page was put together for people in Barland who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is relevant to searches focused on both Barland and the wider Sir Powys area.
Nearby location pages
For a broader view, related location pages cover Lower Harpton, Womaston, Evenjobb, Knill, Walton Green, and Discoed as well as this one.
A quick look at Barland
The nearest other location we cover is Lower Harpton, around 1 km to the south.
What we know about practices near Barland
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Barland itself. The nearest we do hold are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 20 miles away; Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 32 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 32 miles away.
What official data says about Barland
Officially, Barland is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Barland falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Barland's under-16 share, 13.6%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,684 residents in Barland's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Barland has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 20 miles away. Families in Barland are served by secondary schools including Lady Hawkins' School (3.4 miles). Barland sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Barland
Starting orthodontic treatment in Barland can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Barland
Treatment in Barland runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Barland
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Barland has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Barland — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Barland itself; the nearest dentist, mydentist, is about 6 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Barland's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Barland falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Census data puts only 13.6% of Barland's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,684 residents in Barland's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. People in Barland usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 20 miles away. Families in Barland are served by secondary schools including Lady Hawkins' School (3.4 miles). National deprivation data puts Barland close to the Wales median. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Barland. The closest on record are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 20 miles away; Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 32 miles away; and Buckingham House Dental Surgery in Great Malvern, about 32 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 Barland. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Barland
These local links are here for anyone comparing Barland, Sir Powys against nearby alternatives. This page links onward to Lower Harpton, Womaston, Evenjobb, Knill, Walton Green, and Discoed for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Barland
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Barland often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Barland?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Barland is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 19.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (19.8 miles) and Hereford Dental & Implant Clinic (19.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Barland?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Barland, 0 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 19.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Barland?
The nearest practice to Barland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, about 19.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (20.0 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (20.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Barland, Sir Powys?
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 Barland, Sir Powys?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.