Orthodontic practices near Bontuchaf
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Bontuchaf, 1 practice within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 4.7 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 4.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 13.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 13.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 15.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 15.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 15.4 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 23.7 miles east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 25.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bontuchaf with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 4.7 miles north-west; the next are Llandudno (13.4 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (15.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 4.7 miles north-west |
| Llandudno | 2 | 13.4 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 15.3 miles north-east |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 23.7 miles east |
| Rhyl | 1 | 25.2 miles north-east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 25.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bontuchaf
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 13.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 13.4 miles north-east |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 15.4 miles north-east |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 4.7 (44 reviews) | 13.4 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bontuchaf at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gwynedd |
| 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,239 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 34.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 851 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Gwynedd | 34th closest to an orthodontic practice of 297 places in the county (the county median is 21.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.7 miles away, closer than 63% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Gwynedd |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 5 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 13 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 15 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 6 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 Bontuchaf
Bontuchaf is 4.7 miles from Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 6.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (4.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Bontuchaf list clear aligners, the nearest 4.7 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 Bontuchaf are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 25.2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bontuchaf
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Orthodontist in Bontuchaf: Before booking anything in Bontuchaf, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Gwynedd.
What official data says about Bontuchaf
Officially, Bontuchaf is categorised as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Bontuchaf falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. 19.3% of Bontuchaf's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8% of the 2,239 residents in Bontuchaf's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. Bontuchaf has 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, more than 61% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Bontuchaf is roughly mid-table for Wales.
Local snapshot of Bontuchaf
The nearest other location we cover is Cilfodan, under 1 km to the north.
More local pages to browse
Related pages for Cilfodan, Gerlan, Gwernydd, Bethesda, Braichmelyn, and Rachub are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local treatment availability around Bontuchaf
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bontuchaf itself. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 5 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 13 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Bontuchaf
Patients in Bontuchaf have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Bontuchaf — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Bontuchaf vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Bontuchaf's ONS geography type is larger rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Bontuchaf falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Bontuchaf's under-16 share sits at 19.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,239 residents in the neighbourhood around Bontuchaf, 8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. Bontuchaf has 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, more than 61% of towns in Wales. Bontuchaf sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bontuchaf itself. The nearest we do hold are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 5 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 13 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 15 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Bontuchaf
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Bontuchaf helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Bontuchaf runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bontuchaf. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bontuchaf
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Bontuchaf, Gwynedd. This page links onward to Cilfodan, Gerlan, Gwernydd, Bethesda, Braichmelyn, and Rachub for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bontuchaf
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bontuchaf often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bontuchaf?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bontuchaf is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 4.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (13.4 miles) and The Dental Studio (13.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bontuchaf?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Bontuchaf, 1 practice within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bontuchaf?
The nearest practice to Bontuchaf that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 25.2 miles to the north-east.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bontuchaf, Gwynedd?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bontuchaf, Gwynedd?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.