Orthodontic practices near Caernarfon
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Caernarfon; 1 practice within 10 and 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 8.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 8.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 22.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 22.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 24.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 24.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 24.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Caernarfon with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 8.8 miles north-east; the next are Llandudno (22.2 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (24.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 8.8 miles north-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 22.2 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 24.6 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Caernarfon 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 9,730 |
| Residents under 16 | 19.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,117 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 30% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 29.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 994 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gwynedd | 61st closest to an orthodontic practice of 297 places in the county (the county median is 21.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Gwynedd |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 9 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 22 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 25 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 1 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 Caernarfon
The nearest practice to Caernarfon is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 8.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there is 1.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (8.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Caernarfon list clear aligners, the nearest 8.8 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 Caernarfon are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Caernarfon to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 20 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 230 to 460 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £205 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 29.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Caernarfon
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Orthodontist in Caernarfon: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Caernarfon. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Gwynedd. Caernarfon — a small town with a population of around 9,730 — is covered on this page specifically.
Facts about Caernarfon
Caernarfon is home to around 9,730 people, classing it as a small town within Gwynedd. Just around 2 km south, Bontnewydd is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Bontnewydd, Llanfaglan, Caeathro, Brynsiencyn, Llanwnda, and Llanidan may also help.
What we know about practices near Caernarfon
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Caernarfon. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 9 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 22 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 25 miles away.
What official data says about Caernarfon
Officially, Caernarfon is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Caernarfon. Census data puts 19.9% of Caernarfon's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Caernarfon, 7.8% of the 2,117 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Caernarfon; the nearest is about 9 miles away. Caernarfon's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Caernarfon
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Caernarfon can feel overwhelming at first. 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 Caernarfon — Local Context
Practices serving Caernarfon differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Caernarfon is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. Caernarfon sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Caernarfon's under-16 share sits at 19.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 2,117 residents in Caernarfon's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. People in Caernarfon usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Caernarfon falls in a more deprived area than most of Wales, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Caernarfon itself. The closest on record are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 9 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 22 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 25 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
The Orthodontic Journey in Caernarfon
Starting orthodontic treatment in Caernarfon can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Caernarfon
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Caernarfon
Not every practice near Caernarfon offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Caernarfon is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Caernarfon. 19.9% of Caernarfon's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 2,117 residents in Caernarfon's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Caernarfon; the nearest is about 9 miles away. Caernarfon's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Caernarfon. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Caernarfon
If Caernarfon, Gwynedd is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. This page links onward to Bontnewydd, Llanfaglan, Caeathro, Brynsiencyn, Llanwnda, and Llanidan for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Caernarfon
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Caernarfon often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Caernarfon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Caernarfon is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 8.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (22.2 miles) and The Dental Studio (22.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Caernarfon?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Caernarfon, 1 practice within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 8.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Caernarfon?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Caernarfon, Gwynedd?
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 Caernarfon, Gwynedd?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.