Orthodontic practices near Derwydd
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Derwydd; 23 practices within 20. The closest is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, 11.9 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 11.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 12.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 12.3 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 12.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 12.6 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 12.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 12.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 12.8 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Derwydd with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 11.9 miles south; the next are Carmarthen (12.3 miles west) and Swansea (13.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 11.9 miles south |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 12.3 miles west |
| Swansea | 10 | 13.6 miles south |
| Dunvant | 1 | 13.7 miles south |
| Crynant | 1 | 13.9 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 17.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Derwydd
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 17.9 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 17.9 miles south |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 12.4 miles west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 15.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Derwydd 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,087 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 | 9.7% aged 16 to 24 and 28.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 187 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 204th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care), Llanelli — 12 miles Quayside Orthodontics, Carmarthen — 12 miles Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 23 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 Derwydd
The nearest practice to Derwydd is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, 11.9 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. 23 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (22.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (12.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Derwydd list clear aligners, the nearest 11.9 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Derwydd are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, 11.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Derwydd to Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) is roughly 25 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 310 to 620 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £280 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Derwydd
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Practice signals around Derwydd
There is no orthodontist on our records in Derwydd itself. The nearest recorded are Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 12 miles away; Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 12 miles away; and Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 14 miles away.
About Derwydd
The nearest other location we cover is Pant-y-llyn, around 1 km to the south.
Derwydd in context
Derwydd's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Derwydd sits within Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. 18.8% of Derwydd's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,087 residents in the neighbourhood around Derwydd, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Derwydd; the nearest is about 12 miles away. Derwydd falls in a more deprived area than most of Wales, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility.
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Derwydd
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Derwydd helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Derwydd
Every case in Derwydd follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Derwydd
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Derwydd
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Areas We Cover Around Derwydd
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Frequently Asked Questions in Derwydd
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Derwydd often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Derwydd?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Derwydd is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 11.9 miles to the south. The next closest are Nott Sarah (12.3 miles) and Quayside Orthodontics (12.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Derwydd?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Derwydd, 0 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Llanelli, 11.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Derwydd?
The nearest practice to Derwydd that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 11.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Quayside Orthodontics (12.3 miles) and Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (12.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Derwydd, Carmarthenshire?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Derwydd, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.