Orthodontic practices near Benllech
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Benllech; 1 practice within 10 and 3 practices within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 7.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 7.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 16.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 16.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 20.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 20.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 20.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Benllech with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 7.5 miles south-east; the next are Llandudno (16.5 miles east) and Colwyn Bay (20.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 16.5 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 20.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Benllech
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 16.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 16.6 miles east |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 4.7 (44 reviews) | 16.5 miles east |
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 4.3 (20 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Benllech 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 2,236 |
| Residents under 16 | 12.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,809 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 343 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 31st closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 7.5 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.6% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 8 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 16 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 3 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | LL74 |
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 Benllech
From Benllech the nearest practice is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 7.5 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 3.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (7.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Benllech list clear aligners, the nearest 7.5 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 Benllech 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 Benllech to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 15 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 200 to 390 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £175 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Benllech
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Orthodontist in Benllech: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Benllech often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Anglesey. Benllech — a small village with a population of around 2,236 — is covered on this page specifically.
What we know about practices near Benllech
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Benllech. The closest on record are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 8 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 16 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 20 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Tyn-y-Gongl, Llanbedrgoch, Red Wharf Bay, Llanallgo, Marianglas, and Brynteg.
What official data says about Benllech
ONS classifies Benllech as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Benllech. With just 12.2% of residents under 16, Benllech skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.6% of the 1,809 residents in Benllech's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Benllech; the nearest is about 8 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Benllech sits among the less deprived areas of Wales.
Local context for Benllech
With a population of roughly 2,236, Benllech is a small village within Anglesey. Tyn-y-Gongl is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Benllech.
The Orthodontic Journey in Benllech
Many people in Benllech delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Benllech
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Benllech
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Benllech. Benllech's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Benllech's under-16 share, 12.2%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Benllech, 4.6% of the 1,809 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Benllech usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. Benllech falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Benllech
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Benllech can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Benllech — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Benllech vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Benllech is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Benllech has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.2% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Benllech, 4.6% of the 1,809 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Benllech usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Benllech sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. There is no orthodontist on our records in Benllech itself. The closest on record are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 8 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 16 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 20 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 Benllech. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Benllech
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Benllech, Anglesey. Nearby pages covering Tyn-y-Gongl, Llanbedrgoch, Red Wharf Bay, Llanallgo, Marianglas, and Brynteg may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Benllech
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Benllech often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Benllech?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Benllech is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 7.5 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (16.5 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (16.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Benllech?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Benllech, 1 practice within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 7.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Benllech?
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 Benllech, Anglesey?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Benllech, Anglesey?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.