Orthodontic practices near Creigiau
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Creigiau, 35 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, 2.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr | 2.7 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 4.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 4.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (136 reviews) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
| Cardiff Orthodontic LaboratoryRhiwbina | 5.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Super Smile Dental - CantonCardiff | 5.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (63 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 5.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| North Cardiff Orthodontic CentreCardiff | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (99 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Creigiau with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Radyr, 2.7 miles east; the next are Cardiff (4.5 miles south-east) and Caerphilly (4.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Radyr | 1 | 2.7 miles east |
| Cardiff | 12 | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 4.7 miles north-east |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 5.5 miles east |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 5.7 miles north |
| Thornhill | 2 | 5.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Creigiau
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), 4.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 4.5 miles south-east |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 7.1 miles north-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 5.2 miles east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 7.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Creigiau at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 17.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,417 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 24.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,730 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 12.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 52nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.7 miles away, closer than 77% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 6 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre, Radyr — 3 miles Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry, Cardiff — 4 miles Smart Smiles, Caerphilly — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 63 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 Creigiau
The nearest practice to Creigiau is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, 2.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 35 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Birchgrove Dental Practice (5.2 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 15 of the practices around Creigiau list clear aligners, the nearest 4.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Creigiau are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, 4.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 6 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Creigiau
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Orthodontist in Creigiau: Before booking anything in Creigiau, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Creigiau with the wider Cardiff area.
What we know about practices near Creigiau
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Creigiau itself. The nearest recorded are South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about 3 miles away; Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 4 miles away; and Smart Smiles in Caerphilly, about 5 miles away.
More local pages to browse
You can continue browsing related location pages including Groes-faen, Capel Llanilltern, Pentyrch, Rhiwsaeson, Efail Isaf, and Llantwit Fardre if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
The local picture in Creigiau
By ONS classification, Creigiau falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. 17.2% of Creigiau's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,417 residents in the neighbourhood around Creigiau, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Creigiau has more choice than 73% of towns in Wales. Creigiau's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Creigiau is about 6 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
About Creigiau
Just around 1 km west, Groes-faen is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Creigiau
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Creigiau helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Creigiau
Not every practice near Creigiau offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Creigiau's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Creigiau. Census data puts 17.2% of Creigiau's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Creigiau, 7.1% of the 1,417 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Creigiau has more choice than 73% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Creigiau among Wales's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Creigiau is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 6 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Creigiau Explained
Patients in Creigiau have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Creigiau
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Creigiau practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Creigiau. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Creigiau
If Creigiau, Cardiff is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can also browse nearby location pages including Groes-faen, Capel Llanilltern, Pentyrch, Rhiwsaeson, Efail Isaf, and Llantwit Fardre.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Creigiau
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Creigiau often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Creigiau?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Creigiau is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about 2.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry (4.5 miles) and Smart Smiles (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Creigiau?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Creigiau, 35 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Creigiau?
The nearest practice to Creigiau that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 4.5 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Birchgrove Dental Practice (5.2 miles) and Parklands Dental Practice (5.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Creigiau, Cardiff?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Creigiau, Cardiff?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.