Orthodontic practices near Buckley
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Buckley, 21 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Cambria Dental Practice in Penyffordd, 2.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambria Dental PracticePenyffordd | 2.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (54 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| Grosvenor Place Dental PracticeMold | 2.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.2 (12 reviews) |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 2.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Greenacre OrthodonticsDeeside | 3.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Smilebay In Connah's QuayDeeside | 3.4 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (95 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsChester | 6.4 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Signature SmilesWrexham | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (32 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Buckley with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Penyffordd, 2.1 miles south-east; the next are Mold (2.5 miles west) and Deeside (3.3 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Penyffordd | 1 | 2.1 miles south-east |
| Mold | 3 | 2.5 miles west |
| Deeside | 2 | 3.3 miles north-east |
| Chester | 9 | 6.4 miles east |
| Wrexham | 4 | 7.3 miles south |
| Rhosllannerchrugog | 1 | 8.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Buckley
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Buckle Advanced Dental Care in Bebington (5.0 from 144 reviews), 10.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 10.6 miles north |
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 10.8 miles north |
| Sunlight Dental PracticeNew Ferry | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 13.3 miles north |
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 7.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Buckley at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Flintshire |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 63,576 |
| Residents under 16 | 19% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,664 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 36.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,778 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 86% of towns in Wales |
| Access within County of Flintshire | 41st closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 2.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.1 miles away, closer than 81% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County of Flintshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 17 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cambria Dental Practice, Penyffordd — 2 miles Grosvenor Orthodontics, Mold — 2 miles Greenacre Orthodontics, Deeside — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 21 within 10 miles, 62 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 Buckley
The nearest practice to Buckley is Cambria Dental Practice in Penyffordd, 2.1 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 21 practices, and within 20 there are 62.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Overleigh Orthodontics (7.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Masters Orthodontics (7.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 21 of the practices around Buckley list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 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 Buckley are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, 2.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 17 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Buckley
County of Flintshire12 nearby locationsOrthodontic treatment options in Buckley
Orthodontist in Buckley: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Buckley often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is relevant to searches focused on both Buckley and the wider County of Flintshire area. Buckley — a large town with a population of around 63,576 — is covered on this page specifically.
Widen your local search
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Coppa View, Nant Mawr, Alltami, Buckley Mountain, Spon Green, and Drury.
Where Buckley sits locally
Buckley is home to around 63,576 people, classing it as a large town within County of Flintshire. Just under 1 km east, Coppa View is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Practice signals around Buckley
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Buckley itself. The nearest recorded are Cambria Dental Practice in Penyffordd, about 2 miles away; Grosvenor Orthodontics in Mold, about 2 miles away; and Greenacre Orthodontics in Deeside, about 3 miles away.
Buckley in context
Officially, Buckley is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Buckley falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census figures show 19% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 1,664 residents in Buckley's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County of Flintshire. Buckley has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 86% of towns in Wales. Buckley's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Buckley is Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 17 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Buckley
Patients in Buckley have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
How to Choose in Buckley
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Buckley practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Buckley
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Buckley helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Buckley
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Buckley
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Buckley — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Buckley. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Buckley
These local links are here for anyone comparing Buckley, County of Flintshire against nearby alternatives. If you're still deciding, related pages for Coppa View, Nant Mawr, Alltami, Buckley Mountain, Spon Green, and Drury may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Buckley
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Buckley often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Buckley?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Buckley is Cambria Dental Practice in Penyffordd, about 2.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Grosvenor Orthodontics (2.5 miles) and Grosvenor Place Dental Practice (2.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Buckley?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Buckley, 21 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Buckley?
The nearest practice to Buckley that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 2.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Greenacre Orthodontics (3.3 miles) and Signature Smiles (7.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Buckley, County of Flintshire?
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 Buckley, County of Flintshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.