Orthodontic practices near Cefn-hengoed
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Cefn-hengoed, 17 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, 1.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 1.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 2.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 2.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 2.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 3.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 3.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cefn-hengoed with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 1.7 miles south-west; the next are Briton Ferry (4.1 miles south-east) and Dunvant (5.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 1.7 miles south-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 4.1 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 5.4 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Taibach | 1 | 6.8 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cefn-hengoed
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 18.1 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 18.1 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 5.4 miles west |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 1.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cefn-hengoed at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swansea |
| NHS dental services | Swansea Bay 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 23.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,763 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 13.6% aged 16 to 24 and 29.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 366 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 28.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 93% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 53rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.5% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 32 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Neat Teeth Orthodontics, Swansea — 2 miles Dunes Dental Care, Briton Ferry — 4 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 28 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 Cefn-hengoed
Cefn-hengoed is 1.7 miles from Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (18.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (11.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Cefn-hengoed list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 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 Cefn-hengoed are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, 1.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 32 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cefn-hengoed
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Local orthodontic treatment in Cefn-hengoed
Orthodontist in Cefn-hengoed: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Cefn-hengoed often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of City and County of Swansea.
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Area profile for Cefn-hengoed
Officially, Cefn-hengoed is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board. 23.5% of Cefn-hengoed's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. In the census neighbourhood around Cefn-hengoed, 8.5% of the 1,763 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cefn-hengoed is better served than 93% of towns in Wales. Cefn-hengoed's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cefn-hengoed is about 32 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Local orthodontic signals in Cefn-hengoed
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cefn-hengoed itself. The closest on record are Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, about 2 miles away; Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 4 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 5 miles away.
Facts about Cefn-hengoed
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All Orthodontic Options in Cefn-hengoed Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Cefn-hengoed
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Cefn-hengoed
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Cefn-hengoed
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Areas We Cover Around Cefn-hengoed
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cefn-hengoed
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cefn-hengoed often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cefn-hengoed?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cefn-hengoed is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, about 1.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Parkway Private Dental Clinic (1.7 miles) and Eastside Dental (1.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cefn-hengoed?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Cefn-hengoed, 17 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cefn-hengoed?
The nearest practice to Cefn-hengoed that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Neat Teeth Orthodontics in Swansea, about 1.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Parkway Private Dental Clinic (1.7 miles) and Eastside Dental (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cefn-hengoed, City and County of Swansea?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cefn-hengoed, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.