Orthodontic practices near Cynghordy
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Cynghordy. The closest is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 20.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 20.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 21.5 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 23.1 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 24.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 25.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 26.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 27.3 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 27.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cynghordy with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Glyn-neath, 20.9 miles south; the next are Crynant (21.5 miles south) and Hirwaun (23.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 20.9 miles south |
| Crynant | 1 | 21.5 miles south |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 23.1 miles south-east |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 24.3 miles south-east |
| Aberdare | 2 | 25.8 miles south-east |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 27.3 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Cynghordy 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 | 12% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,362 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 22.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 13% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 12 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 284th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 21 miles Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 22 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 23 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 45 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
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 Cynghordy
Cynghordy is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 20.9 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (23.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 9 of the practices around Cynghordy list clear aligners, the nearest 20.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cynghordy are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 20.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Cynghordy to Dental Lounge Glynneath is roughly 45 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 540 to 1,090 miles and 15 to 30 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £245 to £490 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 330 to 540 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 13% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cynghordy
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Orthodontist in Cynghordy: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Cynghordy often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Cynghordy or another part of Carmarthenshire.
Nearby location pages
Pages for Llanfair-ar-y-bryn, Pentre-ty-gwyn, Rhandirmwyn, Ystrad-ffin, Nant-y-Bai, and Llandovery follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What official data says about Cynghordy
Cynghordy is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Cynghordy has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,362 residents in the neighbourhood around Cynghordy, 5.4% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Cynghordy has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 21 miles away. Cynghordy's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole.
Local snapshot of Cynghordy
Just around 1 km north, Llanfair-ar-y-bryn is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
What we know about practices near Cynghordy
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cynghordy itself. The closest on record are Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 21 miles away; Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 22 miles away; and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 23 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Cynghordy
Orthodontic treatment in Cynghordy 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Cynghordy — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Cynghordy
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Cynghordy 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. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Cynghordy
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 Cynghordy practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cynghordy. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cynghordy
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Cynghordy, Carmarthenshire, these local links help you keep browsing. You can keep exploring with related pages for Llanfair-ar-y-bryn, Pentre-ty-gwyn, Rhandirmwyn, Ystrad-ffin, Nant-y-Bai, and Llandovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cynghordy
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cynghordy often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cynghordy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cynghordy is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 20.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Cwmdulais Dental Centre (21.5 miles) and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (23.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cynghordy?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Cynghordy, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Glyn-neath, 20.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cynghordy?
The nearest practice to Cynghordy that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 20.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Quayside Orthodontics (27.3 miles) and Ravenhill Dental Care (29.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cynghordy, Carmarthenshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cynghordy, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.