NHS Treatment in Cae-Bricks at a Glance
| NHS dental services | Swansea Bay University Health Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of 1,620 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 1.1 miles; 13 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — about 34 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Cae-Bricks
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Cae-Bricks, 21 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 1.1 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care, 1.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 1.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 1.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 1.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cae-Bricks with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Swansea, 1.1 miles west; the next are Dunvant (3.2 miles west) and Bishopston (4.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 8 | 1.1 miles west |
| Dunvant | 1 | 3.2 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 4.6 miles south-west |
| Llanelli | 2 | 7.8 miles west |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 8.3 miles south-east |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 15.5 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cae-Bricks
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 4.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 4.6 miles south-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 3.2 miles west |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-east |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.8 (472 reviews) | 1.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Cae-Bricks, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Haydn Dental, 21.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea, 1.1 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Cae-Bricks are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
The NHS orthodontic pathway in Cae-Bricks focuses limited resources on the greatest clinical need. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. For those who don't qualify or can't wait, private treatment fills the gap effectively.
NHS vs Private Fees in Cae-Bricks
An NHS course covers the entire treatment: appointments, the brace, adjustments, de-bonding and retainers.
Private treatment in Cae-Bricks trades cost for speed and choice — around £1,500–£3,500 for metal braces, but starting within weeks and with ceramic, lingual and aligner options on the table.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Cae-Bricks?
Many patients in City and County of Swansea wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Cae-Bricks
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. NHS orthodontic waiting times in City and County of Swansea vary significantly by practice and by how the referral was made.
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Cae-Bricks — comparing a couple is worthwhile. National deprivation data puts Cae-Bricks close to the Wales median. In the census neighbourhood around Cae-Bricks, 6.7% of the 1,620 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cae-Bricks is about 34 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. Cae-Bricks — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 16.3% of Cae-Bricks's population at under 16. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cae-Bricks is better served than 94% of towns in Wales. There is no orthodontist on our records in Cae-Bricks itself. The nearest we do hold are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about a mile away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 3 miles away; and Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 5 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Cae-Bricks
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. NHS-contracted orthodontists in City and County of Swansea apply the same national criteria consistently. If NHS funding isn't available, private treatment has no eligibility threshold and no waiting list.
Understanding the IOTN Score
Whether the NHS funds treatment comes down to the IOTN score, a standardised two-part measure used right across City and County of Swansea.
Children's Orthodontics in Cae-Bricks
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. The aim is to monitor development and intervene at the right time, not to begin treatment immediately. It means the right treatment at the right time rather than rushing in early.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Cae-Bricks
Space maintainers keep the space from a baby tooth lost too soon from closing up, so neighbouring teeth don't drift into the gap before the adult tooth is ready to come through.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Cae-Bricks
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cae-Bricks?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cae-Bricks is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 1.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Willows Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Russell Street Dental Clinic in Swansea (1.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cae-Bricks?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Cae-Bricks, 21 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cae-Bricks?
The nearest practice to Cae-Bricks that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 1.1 miles to the west. Others nearby include Willows Dental Practice (1.3 miles) and Russell Street Dental Clinic in Swansea (1.5 miles).
Is Cae-Bricks a family area?
Around 16.3% of Cae-Bricks's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Cae-Bricks?
Cae-Bricks sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning.
What kind of area is Cae-Bricks?
ONS classifies Cae-Bricks as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Cae-Bricks compared with the rest of Wales?
By the national deprivation index, Cae-Bricks is close to the Wales average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What if the NHS wait is too long?
Going private removes the wait entirely, with the same clinical outcomes plus a wider choice of brace type and a more personalised experience — for a higher price than the NHS charge.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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