Orthodontic practices near Crosshands
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Crosshands; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 13.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 13.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 13.8 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 23.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 23.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 23.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 23.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 23.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 25.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crosshands with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 13.7 miles east; the next are Llanelli (23.8 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 13.7 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 23.8 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 Crosshands
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 13.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 13.7 miles east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 13.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crosshands at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,097 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 24.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 20 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 229th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.8% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 14 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 24 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 30 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | SA34 |
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 Crosshands
The nearest practice to Crosshands is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 13.7 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. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (23.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around Crosshands list clear aligners, the nearest 13.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Crosshands are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 13.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crosshands to Capel Dental Care is roughly 30 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 360 to 710 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £320 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crosshands
Carmarthenshire12 nearby locationsCompare orthodontic care in Crosshands
Orthodontist in Crosshands: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Crosshands? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Carmarthenshire.
Crosshands in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Henllan Amgoed, around 2 km to the south.
The local picture in Crosshands
Crosshands is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Census data puts 16.3% of Crosshands's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Crosshands, 6.8% of the 2,097 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Crosshands has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 14 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crosshands is roughly mid-table for Wales.
Practice signals around Crosshands
There is no orthodontist on our records in Crosshands itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 14 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 24 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 30 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Henllan Amgoed, Cefn-y-pant, Hiraeth, Rhydywrach, Cwmfelin Boeth, and Llanboidy may also help.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Crosshands
Orthodontic treatment in Crosshands is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Crosshands
Practices serving Crosshands differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Crosshands is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Crosshands sits within Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Crosshands's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.8% of the 2,097 residents in Crosshands's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. People in Crosshands usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 14 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crosshands is roughly mid-table for Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Crosshands
Patients in Crosshands 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.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Crosshands 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 Crosshands. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crosshands
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Crosshands, Carmarthenshire, these local links help you keep browsing. If you're still deciding, related pages for Henllan Amgoed, Cefn-y-pant, Hiraeth, Rhydywrach, Cwmfelin Boeth, and Llanboidy may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Crosshands
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crosshands often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crosshands?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crosshands is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 13.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (13.8 miles) and Nott Sarah (23.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crosshands?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crosshands, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 13.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crosshands?
The nearest practice to Crosshands that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 13.8 miles to the east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (23.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (25.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crosshands, Carmarthenshire?
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 Crosshands, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.