Start free assessment

Orthodontist in City

Get a clearer view of what braces or aligners could involve through a remote orthodontic assessment in City, Vale of Glamorgan.

No commitment. No appointment needed.

5,000+ assessmentsUK clinician-reviewedNo appointment neededResults in 1–2 days

Orthodontic practices near City

On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of City, 11 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is The Smile Dentist in Coity, 2.4 miles north-west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
The Smile DentistCoity2.4 miles north-west–––3.0 (2 reviews)
Compton HouseCoity2.5 miles north-west✓––4.2 (83 reviews)
Cowbridge Dental SpecialistsCowbridge2.6 miles south✓✓✓4.9 (40 reviews)
COWBRIDGE ORTHODONTICS LTDCowbridge2.6 miles south✓–––
Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge2.8 miles south✓✓✓5.0 (157 reviews)
ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBridgend5.2 miles west✓–––
Vale View Dental CareCoity5.9 miles north-west✓––4.8 (165 reviews)
South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr8.9 miles east–––5.0 (143 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to City with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Coity, 2.4 miles north-west; the next are Cowbridge (2.6 miles south) and Bridgend (5.2 miles west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Coity32.4 miles north-west
Cowbridge32.6 miles south
Bridgend15.2 miles west
Radyr18.9 miles east
Pontypridd29.0 miles north-east
Barry39.3 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 City

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 9.8 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff5.0 (940 reviews)9.8 miles east
Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly5.0 (761 reviews)12.3 miles north-east
Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff5.0 (294 reviews)11.2 miles east
Advance Dental CareBarry5.0 (278 reviews)9.3 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

City at a Glance

NationWales
Council areaVale of Glamorgan
NHS dental servicesCardiff and Vale University Health Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course
Area type (ONS)Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Wales
Residents under 1620.8% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,656 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car3.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre80 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health13.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles5 practices, more than 82% of towns in Wales
Access within Vale of Glamorgan48th closest to an orthodontic practice of 99 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared2.4 miles away, closer than 78% of towns in Wales
Aged 10 to 15 vs county7.7% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Vale of Glamorgan
Nearest university dental hospitalUniversity Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 12 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesThe Smile Dentist, Coity — 2 miles
Cowbridge Dental Specialists, Cowbridge — 3 miles
ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Bridgend — 5 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles11 within 10 miles, 48 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 City

City is 2.4 miles from The Smile Dentist in Coity, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 48.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Smile Dentist (2.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (11.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around City list clear aligners, the nearest 2.6 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 City are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Compton House in Coity, 2.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In City

Vale of Glamorgan12 nearby locations

Orthodontic services in City

Orthodontist in City: If your search for orthodontic treatment in City keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Vale of Glamorgan.

What we know about practices near City

No orthodontic practice is recorded in City. The closest on record are The Smile Dentist in Coity, about 2 miles away; Cowbridge Dental Specialists, about 3 miles away; and ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE in Bridgend, about 5 miles away.

Keep exploring nearby

Nearby location pages including Ton-Breigam, Graig Penllyn, Llanilid, Bryncae, Brynnau Gwynion, and Llanharry can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.

Area profile for City

City — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dentistry. City's under-16 share sits at 20.8%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,656 residents in the neighbourhood around City, 7.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, City is better served than 82% of towns in Wales. City falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to City is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away.

Where City sits locally

Just around 1 km north-east, Ton-Breigam is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for City

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in City helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in City

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around City. City is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Census data puts 20.8% of City's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.7% of the 1,656 residents in City's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. City has 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 82% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks City among Wales's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, City is about 12 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in City

The orthodontic landscape in City offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Which Treatment Is Right for You?

Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in City offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around City. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in City

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in City often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to City?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to City is The Smile Dentist in Coity, about 2.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Compton House (2.5 miles) and Cowbridge Dental Specialists (2.6 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near City?

Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of City, 11 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near City?

The nearest practice to City that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Compton House in Coity, about 2.5 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Cowbridge Dental Specialists (2.6 miles) and COWBRIDGE ORTHODONTICS LTD (2.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in City, Vale of Glamorgan?

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 City, Vale of Glamorgan?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

How It Works

A clinician-reviewed orthodontic assessment from home — no referral, no waiting room, no obligation.

Step 1

Upload your photos

Guided prompts help you capture the right angles from home. No clinic visit needed to get started.

Step 2

Clinician review

A UK orthodontic clinician reviews your photos and prepares a personalised assessment.

Step 3

Receive your quote

Treatment options, indicative costs, and next steps delivered to your inbox within 1–2 working days.

Step 4

Book your consultation

Take your assessment to a local clinic or continue online — the choice is yours.

Start Free Assessment

Takes about 5 minutes · No obligation

Ready to explore orthodontic options in City?

Upload guided photos and receive a clinician-reviewed assessment — no appointment needed in City.

Start Photo Assessment

Takes about 5 minutes · No obligation

Citation Details
TitleCity, Vale of Glamorgan Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
Free Photo Assessment5 mins · No commitment
Start Now