Orthodontic practices near Felin-pandy
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Felin-pandy; 2 practices within 10 and 7 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 7.0 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 7.0 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 7.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 18.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 19.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 19.1 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 19.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 19.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 20.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Felin-pandy with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 7.0 miles east; the next are Llanelli (18.9 miles south-east) and Dunvant (25.2 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 7.0 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 18.9 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 25.2 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 26.7 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 28.8 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 Felin-pandy
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 7.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 7.0 miles east |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 4.8 (287 reviews) | 19.1 miles south-east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 7.1 miles east |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 19.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Felin-pandy 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,056 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 | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 22.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 16 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 113th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 7.0 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 4.7% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 7 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 19 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 25 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 7 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 Felin-pandy
The nearest practice to Felin-pandy is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 7 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. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 7.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (19 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Felin-pandy list clear aligners, the nearest 7 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 Felin-pandy are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 7.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Felin-pandy to Capel Dental Care 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Felin-pandy
Carmarthenshire12 nearby locationsCompare orthodontic care in Felin-pandy
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Felin-pandy, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Carmarthenshire.
The local picture in Felin-pandy
Officially, Felin-pandy is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Hywel Dda University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Felin-pandy. Felin-pandy has a smaller share of children than most areas — 11.9% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 4.7% of the 2,056 residents in Felin-pandy's census neighbourhood, below the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Felin-pandy; the nearest is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data puts Felin-pandy close to the Wales median.
Local context for Felin-pandy
Just around 2 km north, Trelech-a’r-Bettws is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
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Practice data for Felin-pandy
There is no orthodontist on our records in Felin-pandy itself. The closest on record are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 7 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 19 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 25 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Felin-pandy
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Felin-pandy
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The Orthodontic Journey in Felin-pandy
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Felin-pandy
Treatment in Felin-pandy runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Felin-pandy. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Felin-pandy
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Frequently Asked Questions in Felin-pandy
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Felin-pandy often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Felin-pandy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Felin-pandy is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 7.0 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (7.1 miles) and Nott Sarah (18.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Felin-pandy?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Felin-pandy, 2 practices within 10 miles and 7 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Felin-pandy?
The nearest practice to Felin-pandy that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 7.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (19.1 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (20.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Felin-pandy, Carmarthenshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Felin-pandy, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.