NHS Treatment in Cae-maes-y-bar 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 | 20.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.3% of 2,214 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Neat Teeth Orthodontics, Swansea — 2.9 miles; 12 within 10 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — about 32 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.1% 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-maes-y-bar
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Cae-maes-y-bar, 17 practices within 10 and 30 practices within 20. The closest is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, 2.9 miles south. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Neat Teeth Orthodontics, 2.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 2.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 3.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cae-maes-y-bar with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Swansea, 2.9 miles south; the next are Dunvant (5.5 miles west) and Bishopston (7.0 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 8 | 2.9 miles south |
| Dunvant | 1 | 5.5 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 7.0 miles south-west |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 7.3 miles south-east |
| Llanelli | 2 | 9.5 miles west |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 13.0 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-maes-y-bar
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), 7.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 7.0 miles south-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 5.5 miles west |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-west |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.8 (472 reviews) | 2.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Cae-maes-y-bar, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Haydn Dental, 22.1 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Neat Teeth Orthodontics, Swansea, 2.9 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 32 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Cae-maes-y-bar 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.
For families in Cae-maes-y-bar, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. It's free for eligible under-18s and aimed primarily at children and teenagers with significant malocclusion. Understanding its limits helps families in Cae-maes-y-bar plan around realistic waiting times.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Cae-maes-y-bar?
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.
How the NHS Route Works in Cae-maes-y-bar
For eligible patients in Cae-maes-y-bar, the NHS route follows a defined sequence from dentist to specialist:
- Dental check-up: Your dentist performs an initial IOTN assessment and, if eligible, makes a formal referral.
- Referral to NHS orthodontist: You join the waiting list for the local NHS orthodontic service covering Cae-maes-y-bar.
- Specialist assessment: An orthodontist confirms your IOTN score, takes records, and confirms whether NHS treatment proceeds.
- Brace fitting: Metal fixed braces are fitted — typically 60–90 minutes.
- Active treatment: Adjustment appointments every 6–8 weeks for 18–24 months on average.
- Retention: Retainers provided at completion as part of the NHS course of care.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Cae-maes-y-bar
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. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in City and County of Swansea differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Practices serving Cae-maes-y-bar differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By national deprivation ranking, Cae-maes-y-bar is roughly mid-table for Wales. Census 2021 counts 2,214 residents in the neighbourhood around Cae-maes-y-bar, 8.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cae-maes-y-bar is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 32 miles away. Swansea Bay University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Cae-maes-y-bar. Cae-maes-y-bar is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 20.6% of Cae-maes-y-bar's population at under 16. Cae-maes-y-bar has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 92% of towns in Wales. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Cae-maes-y-bar. The nearest recorded are Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, about 3 miles away; Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 5 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 6 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.
Kids' Braces & Interceptive Treatment in Cae-maes-y-bar
Children's orthodontics in Cae-maes-y-bar covers a spectrum from early monitoring to active interceptive treatment. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
The Age-7 Assessment
The British Orthodontic Society recommends an orthodontic assessment by age 7 for children with notable concerns. At age 7, most children have their first permanent molars and incisors, giving an orthodontist enough information to evaluate jaw relationships, arch development, bite patterns, and likely future crowding.
Am I Eligible for NHS Orthodontics in Cae-maes-y-bar?
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.
Eligibility in Cae-maes-y-bar — Local Context
NHS waiting times in City and County of Swansea are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Cae-maes-y-bar
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cae-maes-y-bar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cae-maes-y-bar is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, about 2.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Parkway Private Dental Clinic (2.9 miles) and Eastside Dental (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cae-maes-y-bar?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Cae-maes-y-bar, 17 practices within 10 miles and 30 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cae-maes-y-bar?
The nearest practice to Cae-maes-y-bar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, about 2.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Parkway Private Dental Clinic (2.9 miles) and Eastside Dental (3.0 miles).
Is Cae-maes-y-bar a family area?
Census data puts 20.6% of Cae-maes-y-bar's population at under 16.
Which NHS body covers Cae-maes-y-bar for dental care?
NHS dental commissioning in Cae-maes-y-bar falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board.
What kind of area is Cae-maes-y-bar?
ONS classifies Cae-maes-y-bar as urban: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Cae-maes-y-bar compared with the rest of Wales?
By the national deprivation index, Cae-maes-y-bar is close to the Wales average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
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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