Orthodontic practices near Clwydyfagwyr
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Clwydyfagwyr, 5 practices within 10 and 42 practices within 20. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 1.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 1.4 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 2.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 3.0 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 4.3 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 9.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 10.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (243 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 10.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 11.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clwydyfagwyr with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 1.4 miles north-east; the next are Aberdare (2.9 miles south-west) and Hirwaun (4.3 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 1.4 miles north-east |
| Aberdare | 2 | 2.9 miles south-west |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 4.3 miles west |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 9.4 miles west |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 10.4 miles south |
| Hengoed | 1 | 10.5 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 Clwydyfagwyr
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), 4.3 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 4.3 miles west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 12.5 miles south-east |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 18.1 miles south-east |
| South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 16.2 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clwydyfagwyr at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Merthyr Tydfil |
| NHS dental services | Cwm Taf Morgannwg 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,668 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,012 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 4 practices, more than 79% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Merthyr Tydfil County Borough | 19th closest to an orthodontic practice of 44 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 87% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 19 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 1 miles Swan Dental Practice, Aberdare — 3 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 42 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 Clwydyfagwyr
Clwydyfagwyr is 1.4 miles from Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 42.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (4.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (11 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Clwydyfagwyr list clear aligners, the nearest 3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Clwydyfagwyr are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 9.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 19 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clwydyfagwyr
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Explore braces and aligners in Clwydyfagwyr
Orthodontist in Clwydyfagwyr: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Clwydyfagwyr understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough.
What official data says about Clwydyfagwyr
Officially, Clwydyfagwyr is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Census figures show 17.3% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.5% of the 1,668 residents in Clwydyfagwyr's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. Clwydyfagwyr has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Clwydyfagwyr among Wales's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Clwydyfagwyr is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 19 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Clwydyfagwyr at a glance
Heading west for under 1 km brings you to Winchfawr, the closest linked location.
Practice data for Clwydyfagwyr
There is no orthodontist on our records in Clwydyfagwyr itself. The closest on record are Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about a mile away; Swan Dental Practice in Aberdare, about 3 miles away; and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 4 miles away.
Nearby location pages
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Clwydyfagwyr
Many people in Clwydyfagwyr delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Clwydyfagwyr
Treatment in Clwydyfagwyr runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Clwydyfagwyr Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Clwydyfagwyr
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Clwydyfagwyr. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clwydyfagwyr
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Frequently Asked Questions in Clwydyfagwyr
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clwydyfagwyr often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clwydyfagwyr?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clwydyfagwyr is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 1.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Swan Dental Practice (2.9 miles) and Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clwydyfagwyr?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Clwydyfagwyr, 5 practices within 10 miles and 42 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clwydyfagwyr?
The nearest practice to Clwydyfagwyr that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 9.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Taf Dental (10.4 miles) and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (11.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clwydyfagwyr, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough?
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 Clwydyfagwyr, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.