Orthodontic practices near Duffryn
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Duffryn; 7 practices within 10 and 37 practices within 20. The closest is Live Life Smiling in Taibach, 5.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Life SmilingTaibach | 5.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.5 (15 reviews) |
| Talbot Road Dental PracticePort Talbot | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (68 reviews) |
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 7.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Dunes Dental CareBriton Ferry | 7.1 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (46 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 7.5 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Vale View Dental CareCoity | 7.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (165 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 9.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEBridgend | 10.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Duffryn with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Taibach, 5.7 miles south-west; the next are Port Talbot (5.8 miles south-west) and Crynant (7.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Taibach | 1 | 5.7 miles south-west |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Crynant | 1 | 7.0 miles north-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 7.1 miles west |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 7.5 miles north |
| Coity | 3 | 7.9 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 Duffryn
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 9.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 9.7 miles north-east |
| Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge | 5.0 (157 reviews) | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 4.9 (243 reviews) | 14.4 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 14.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Duffryn at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Bridgend |
| NHS dental services | Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 26.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,141 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 30.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 38.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 661 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 33% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Neath Port Talbot | 75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 86 places in the county (the county median is 3.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.7 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.1% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Neath Port Talbot |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Live Life Smiling, Taibach — 6 miles Talbot Road Dental Practice, Port Talbot — 6 miles Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 7 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 37 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 Duffryn
From Duffryn the nearest practice is Live Life Smiling in Taibach, 5.7 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. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 37.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (9.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Duffryn list clear aligners, the nearest 5.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Duffryn are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Talbot Road Dental Practice in Port Talbot, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Duffryn to Live Life Smiling is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 38.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Duffryn
Neath Port Talbot12 nearby locationsFind orthodontic treatment in Duffryn
Orthodontist in Duffryn: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Duffryn understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Duffryn and the wider Neath Port Talbot area.
A quick look at Duffryn
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Brynheulog, the closest linked location.
Duffryn in context
Classified by ONS as urban: Further from a major town or city, Duffryn sits within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. 26.5% of Duffryn's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.1% of the 1,141 residents in Duffryn's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Neath Port Talbot. Duffryn has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Duffryn sits among the more deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Duffryn is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Nearby location pages
Nearby location pages including Brynheulog, Caerau, Spelter, Abercregan, Cymmer, and Nantyffyllon can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local orthodontic signals in Duffryn
There is no orthodontist on our records in Duffryn itself. The closest on record are Live Life Smiling in Taibach, about 6 miles away; Talbot Road Dental Practice in Port Talbot, about 6 miles away; and Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 7 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Duffryn
Starting orthodontic treatment in Duffryn can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Duffryn
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Duffryn
Provision in Duffryn varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. ONS classifies Duffryn as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Duffryn falls under Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 26.5% of Duffryn's residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.1% of the 1,141 residents in Duffryn's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Neath Port Talbot. People in Duffryn usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. Duffryn falls in a more deprived area than most of Wales, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Duffryn is about 22 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Duffryn Explained
Patients in Duffryn have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Duffryn — Local Context
Not every practice near Duffryn offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Officially, Duffryn is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Duffryn. With 26.5% of residents under 16, Duffryn has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 10.1% of the 1,141 residents in Duffryn's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Neath Port Talbot. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Duffryn; the nearest is about 6 miles away. Duffryn falls in a more deprived area than most of Wales, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Duffryn is about 22 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Duffryn itself. The nearest recorded are Live Life Smiling in Taibach, about 6 miles away; Talbot Road Dental Practice in Port Talbot, about 6 miles away; and Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 7 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Duffryn. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Duffryn
These links help widen your research beyond Duffryn, Neath Port Talbot if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Brynheulog, Caerau, Spelter, Abercregan, Cymmer, and Nantyffyllon.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Duffryn
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Duffryn often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Duffryn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Duffryn is Live Life Smiling in Taibach, about 5.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Talbot Road Dental Practice (5.8 miles) and Cwmdulais Dental Centre (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Duffryn?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Duffryn, 7 practices within 10 miles and 37 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Taibach, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Duffryn?
The nearest practice to Duffryn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Talbot Road Dental Practice in Port Talbot, about 5.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Dental Lounge Glynneath (7.5 miles) and Vale View Dental Care (7.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Duffryn, Neath Port Talbot?
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 Duffryn, Neath Port Talbot?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.