Orthodontic practices near Bwlchnewydd
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Bwlchnewydd, 2 practices within 10 and 8 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 3.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 3.4 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 3.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 16.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 17.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 17.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 17.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 17.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 18.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bwlchnewydd with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 3.4 miles south-east; the next are Llanelli (16.7 miles south-east) and Dunvant (22.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 3.4 miles south-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 16.7 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 22.6 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 23.9 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 26.5 miles south-east |
| Crynant | 1 | 28.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bwlchnewydd
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 3.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 3.4 miles south-east |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 4.8 (287 reviews) | 17.0 miles south-east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 3.6 miles south-east |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 17.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bwlchnewydd at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda 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 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,527 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 35 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 | 2 practices, more than 69% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 49th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 3 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 17 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 23 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 8 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 Bwlchnewydd
The nearest practice to Bwlchnewydd is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 3.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 8.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (17 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Bwlchnewydd list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Bwlchnewydd are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 3.6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bwlchnewydd
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The local picture in Bwlchnewydd
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Bwlchnewydd sits within Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 12.8% of residents under 16, Bwlchnewydd skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 1,527 residents in Bwlchnewydd's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Bwlchnewydd is better served than 69% of towns in Wales. Bwlchnewydd falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales.
Local treatment availability around Bwlchnewydd
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Bwlchnewydd. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 3 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 17 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 23 miles away.
Facts about Bwlchnewydd
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Orthodontic Treatments in Bwlchnewydd
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bwlchnewydd
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bwlchnewydd often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bwlchnewydd?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bwlchnewydd is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 3.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (3.6 miles) and Nott Sarah (16.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bwlchnewydd?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Bwlchnewydd, 2 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bwlchnewydd?
The nearest practice to Bwlchnewydd that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 3.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (17.0 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (18.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bwlchnewydd, Carmarthenshire?
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 Bwlchnewydd, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.