Orthodontic practices near Dukestown
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Dukestown; 6 practices within 10 and 38 practices within 20. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 6.1 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 6.1 miles west | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 9.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 9.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 9.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (564 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 9.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 9.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 10.2 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 11.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dukestown with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 6.1 miles west; the next are Blackwood (9.0 miles south) and Newbridge (9.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 6.1 miles west |
| Blackwood | 1 | 9.0 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 9.7 miles south-east |
| Aberdare | 2 | 9.8 miles south-west |
| Hengoed | 1 | 10.2 miles south |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 11.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Dukestown
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), 11.6 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 11.6 miles west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 12.7 miles south |
| South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr | 5.0 (143 reviews) | 17.7 miles south |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 5.0 (136 reviews) | 15.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dukestown at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Blaenau Gwent |
| NHS dental services | Aneurin Bevan 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,375 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 29.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,158 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Blaenau Gwent | 20th closest to an orthodontic practice of 44 places in the county (the county median is 6.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.1 miles away, closer than 56% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.7% across neighbourhoods in Blaenau Gwent |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 20 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 6 miles Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre, Blackwood — 9 miles Bridge Orthodontics, Newbridge — 10 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 | 6 within 10 miles, 38 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 Dukestown
From Dukestown the nearest practice is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 6.1 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. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 38.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Orthodontics (9.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Dukestown list clear aligners, the nearest 9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dukestown are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, 9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 20 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Dukestown to Prince Charles Hospital 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 160 to 320 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £145 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dukestown
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Orthodontist in Dukestown: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Dukestown often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Blaenau Gwent.
What local practice data suggests in Dukestown
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Dukestown itself. The nearest we do hold are Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 6 miles away; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 9 miles away; and Bridge Orthodontics in Newbridge, about 10 miles away.
The local picture in Dukestown
Dukestown — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 14.2% of Dukestown's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,375 residents in Dukestown's census neighbourhood, below the 6.7% average across Blaenau Gwent. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Dukestown; the nearest is about 6 miles away. National deprivation data puts Dukestown close to the Wales median. The nearest university dental hospital to Dukestown is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 20 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Dukestown in numbers
Duke's Meadow is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Dukestown.
Compare nearby areas
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Duke's Meadow, Scwrfa, Nant-y-bwch, Waundeg, Sirhowy, and Cefn Golau.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Dukestown
Patients in Dukestown have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Dukestown
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Dukestown
Starting orthodontic treatment in Dukestown can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Dukestown
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Dukestown — comparing a couple is worthwhile. By ONS classification, Dukestown falls under urban: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Dukestown falls under Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. Census data puts 14.2% of Dukestown's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,375 residents in Dukestown's census neighbourhood, below the 6.7% average across Blaenau Gwent. People in Dukestown usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. Dukestown's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Dukestown is about 20 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Dukestown. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dukestown
If Dukestown, Blaenau Gwent is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can also browse nearby location pages including Duke's Meadow, Scwrfa, Nant-y-bwch, Waundeg, Sirhowy, and Cefn Golau.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dukestown
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dukestown often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dukestown?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dukestown is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 6.1 miles to the west. The next closest are Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (9.0 miles) and Bridge Orthodontics (9.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dukestown?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Dukestown, 6 practices within 10 miles and 38 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 6.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dukestown?
The nearest practice to Dukestown that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 9.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Bridge Orthodontics (9.7 miles) and Lodge Dental (12.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dukestown, Blaenau Gwent?
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 Dukestown, Blaenau Gwent?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.