Orthodontic practices near Dothan
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Dothan; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 13.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 13.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 25.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 25.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 29.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 29.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 29.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dothan with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 13.1 miles east; the next are Llandudno (25.9 miles east) and Colwyn Bay (29.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 13.1 miles east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 25.9 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 29.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Dothan at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr 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 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,098 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 23.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 50 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 13 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 26 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 29 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, 1 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Valley Dental Practice — 6 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 Dothan
From Dothan the nearest practice is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 13.1 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (13.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Dothan list clear aligners, the nearest 13.1 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 Dothan are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Dothan to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic 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 340 to 680 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £305 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dothan
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Orthodontist in Dothan: This page was put together for people in Dothan who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Anglesey.
Dothan in context
Dothan — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Dothan has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.2% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Dothan, 4.7% of the 2,098 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Dothan; the nearest is about 13 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Dothan is roughly mid-table for Wales.
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Pages for Gwalchmai, Gwalchmai Isaf, Soar, Gwalchmai Uchaf, Pencarnisiog, and Bryn Du follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
What we know about practices near Dothan
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Dothan. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 13 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 26 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 29 miles away.
Facts about Dothan
Just around 2 km north-east, Gwalchmai Uchaf is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Dothan
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Dothan helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Dothan
There's no orthodontist on record in Dothan itself; the nearest dentist, Valley Dental Practice, is about 6 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Dothan — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 13.2% of Dothan's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Dothan, 4.7% of the 2,098 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Dothan usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 13 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Dothan is roughly mid-table for Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Dothan
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Dothan can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Dothan — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Dothan itself; the nearest dentist, Valley Dental Practice, is about 6 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Dothan is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Dothan sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 13.2% of residents under 16, Dothan skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 2,098 residents in the neighbourhood around Dothan, 4.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey. People in Dothan usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 13 miles away. Dothan's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Dothan. The closest on record are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 13 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 26 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 29 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dothan. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dothan
This section helps connect Dothan, Anglesey to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. If you're still deciding, related pages for Gwalchmai, Gwalchmai Isaf, Soar, Gwalchmai Uchaf, Pencarnisiog, and Bryn Du may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dothan
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dothan often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dothan?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dothan is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 13.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (25.9 miles) and The Dental Studio (25.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dothan?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Dothan, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 13.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dothan?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dothan, Anglesey?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Dothan, Anglesey?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.