Costs in Felin-hên at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 3 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Willows Dental and Implant Practice, Saint Asaph — 27.7 miles |
| Practices on our register | 1 within 5 miles, 1 within 10, 6 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 28.9% aged 25 to 49 of 2,121 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Access within Gwynedd | 11th closest to a practice of 297 places in the county; the county median is 21.9 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Felin-hên that list payment plans
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Felin-hên, 1 practice within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 3.0 miles north. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Willows Dental and Implant Practice, 27.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 3.0 miles north | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 14.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 14.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 17.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 17.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 17.3 miles north-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 Felin-hên with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Menai Bridge, 3.0 miles north; the next are Llandudno (14.8 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (17.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 3.0 miles north |
| Llandudno | 2 | 14.8 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 17.1 miles north-east |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 26.0 miles east |
| Rhyl | 1 | 27.3 miles east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 27.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Felin-hên
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 14.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 14.8 miles north-east |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 4.7 (44 reviews) | 14.8 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Felin-hên, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, the nearest practice on our register (3 miles away, about 3.9 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £70 | £1,535 to £3,570 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £70 | £2,035 to £4,570 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £35 to £70 | £4,035 to £8,070 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £20 to £35 | £1,520 to £5,535 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £20 to £35 | £2,520 to £5,535 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Felin-hên
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge (3 miles) | none other | 1 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Willows Dental and Implant Practice, Saint Asaph (27.7 miles) | none other | 0 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Bod Heulog Dental Practice, Rhyl (27.3 miles) | none other | 0 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge (3 miles) | Llandudno Smiles (14.8 miles); The Dental Studio (14.8 miles) | 6 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge (3 miles) | The Bay Orthodontics (17.3 miles); Bod Heulog Dental Practice (27.3 miles) | 2 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | The Bay Orthodontics, Colwyn Bay (17.3 miles) | Bod Heulog Dental Practice (27.3 miles) | 1 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Orthodontic treatment costs in Felin-hên vary widely by treatment type, case complexity and practice. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. A photo assessment helps you gauge likely complexity before comparing quotes.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Felin-hên
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Felin-hên:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Felin-hên. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Felin-hên — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Felin-hên
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Felin-hên offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Cost Context for Felin-hên
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Felin-hên generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Orthodontic practices in and around Felin-hên vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. ONS classifies Felin-hên as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. 17.8% of Felin-hên's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 2,121 residents in Felin-hên's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Felin-hên is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Felin-hên is roughly mid-table for Wales. See local practice availability in Felin-hên → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Finding value in clear aligner treatment in Felin-hên
Affordable clear aligner options in Felin-hên genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Felin-hên
Treatment scope — a limited course for minor front-tooth alignment is genuinely cheaper because there's simply less treatment involved, and that's fine when the case really is mild.
Aligner pricing in Felin-hên explained
There is no single price for clear aligners in Felin-hên — it depends on several factors. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. The most common mistake is treating headline cost as a like-for-like comparison.
Understanding What Your Quote Covers in Felin-hên
The most common source of cost disputes after aligner treatment in Felin-hên relates to refinements — the additional trays made after the original series to fine-tune the result. Some providers include unlimited refinements; others charge per additional set. Confirm this in writing before starting.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Felin-hên
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Felin-hên?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Felin-hên is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 3.0 miles to the north. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (14.8 miles) and The Dental Studio (14.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Felin-hên?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Felin-hên, 1 practice within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Felin-hên offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Felin-hên that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 27.7 miles to the east.
How many families live in Felin-hên?
Census data puts 17.8% of Felin-hên's population at under 16.
What NHS area is Felin-hên in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
What kind of area is Felin-hên?
By ONS classification, Felin-hên falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
How deprived is Felin-hên compared with the rest of Wales?
By the national deprivation index, Felin-hên is close to the Wales average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Can I find out what treatment might cost without an appointment in Felin-hên?
Yes — a free photo assessment gives an early view of which treatments suit your case and roughly what they cost around Felin-hên, before any paid consultation.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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