Orthodontic practices near Cross Ash
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Cross Ash; 1 practice within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 8.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 8.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 13.2 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 13.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 13.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 13.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 13.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 13.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 13.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cross Ash with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Monmouth, 8.1 miles south-east; the next are Hereford (13.2 miles north-east) and Pontypool (14.6 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth | 1 | 8.1 miles south-east |
| Hereford | 9 | 13.2 miles north-east |
| Pontypool | 1 | 14.6 miles south-west |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 16.4 miles south |
| Chepstow | 1 | 18.2 miles south-east |
| Newport | 10 | 19.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cross Ash
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 18.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 18.2 miles south-east |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 14.6 miles south-west |
| Smilinggiraffeorthodontics Frances WillnerNewport | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 19.9 miles south |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 4.9 (813 reviews) | 19.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cross Ash at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Monmouthshire |
| NHS dental services | Aneurin Bevan University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,782 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 2.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 19 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Monmouthshire | 126th closest to an orthodontic practice of 170 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.6% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Monmouthshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 29 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 8 miles St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 13 miles Lodge Dental, Pontypool — 15 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, 22 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 Cross Ash
The nearest practice to Cross Ash is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 8.1 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 are 22.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Dental (14.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (13.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Cross Ash list clear aligners, the nearest 8.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cross Ash are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 13.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 29 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Cross Ash to The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre 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 210 to 420 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £190 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 2.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cross Ash
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Orthodontist in Cross Ash: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Cross Ash understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Cross Ash and the wider Monmouthshire area.
Practice data for Cross Ash
There is no orthodontist on our records in Cross Ash itself. The nearest we do hold are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 8 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 13 miles away; and Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 15 miles away.
Cross Ash in context
Cross Ash's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. Cross Ash has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.9% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Cross Ash, 6.6% of the 1,782 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Monmouthshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Cross Ash usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 8 miles away. National deprivation data puts Cross Ash close to the Wales median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cross Ash is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 29 miles away.
Facts about Cross Ash
The nearest other location we cover is Walson, around 3 km to the east.
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Cross Ash
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Cross Ash has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Cross Ash
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 Cross Ash practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
The Orthodontic Journey in Cross Ash
Many people in Cross Ash delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Cross Ash
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Cross Ash. Officially, Cross Ash is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Cross Ash falls under Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. With just 13.9% of residents under 16, Cross Ash skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.6% of the 1,782 residents in Cross Ash's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Monmouthshire. Cross Ash has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Cross Ash sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cross Ash is about 29 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cross Ash. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cross Ash
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Cross Ash, Monmouthshire, these local links help you keep browsing. Nearby pages covering Part-y-Seal, Walson, Bont, Llanfaenor, Kentchurch, and Llangua may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cross Ash
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cross Ash often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cross Ash?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cross Ash is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 8.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (13.2 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (13.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cross Ash?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Cross Ash, 1 practice within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Monmouth, 8.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cross Ash?
The nearest practice to Cross Ash that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 13.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (13.7 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (14.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cross Ash, Monmouthshire?
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 Cross Ash, Monmouthshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.