Orthodontic practices near Felinfoel
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Felinfoel, 14 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Nott Sarah in Llanelli, 1.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 1.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 1.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 1.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 1.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 1.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | – |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 1.9 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 6.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 8.1 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Felinfoel with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 1.4 miles south-west; the next are Dunvant (6.4 miles south-east) and Swansea (8.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 1.4 miles south-west |
| Dunvant | 1 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 8.1 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 12.9 miles north-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 15.1 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 Felinfoel
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 10.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 13.1 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 10.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Felinfoel 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 22.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,916 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 29.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 804 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 86% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 27th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 87% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 9.5% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 1 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 6 miles Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 24 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 Felinfoel
The nearest practice to Felinfoel is Nott Sarah in Llanelli, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (27.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (1.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Felinfoel list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Felinfoel are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, 1.7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Felinfoel
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Orthodontist in Felinfoel: Before booking anything in Felinfoel, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Carmarthenshire.
What official data says about Felinfoel
Felinfoel's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board. 22.3% of Felinfoel's population is under 16 — noticeably family-heavy by Census figures. Census 2021 counts 1,916 residents in the neighbourhood around Felinfoel, 9.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Felinfoel has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 86% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Felinfoel sits among the more deprived areas of Wales.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Swiss Valley, Dafen, Llanerch, Tyrfran, Coed Cae, and Pen-y-fan if you are weighing up more than one location.
What local practice data suggests in Felinfoel
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Felinfoel itself. The nearest recorded are Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about a mile away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 6 miles away; and Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 8 miles away.
Felinfoel in numbers
Just under 1 km east, Swiss Valley is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Felinfoel
Orthodontic treatment in Felinfoel is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Felinfoel runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Felinfoel
The orthodontic landscape in Felinfoel offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Felinfoel — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Felinfoel vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Felinfoel is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Felinfoel falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. 22.3% of Felinfoel'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 9.5% of the 1,916 residents in Felinfoel's census neighbourhood, above the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Felinfoel has more choice than 86% of towns in Wales. Felinfoel's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Felinfoel. The nearest recorded are Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about a mile away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 6 miles away; and Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 8 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Felinfoel. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Felinfoel
These local links are here for anyone comparing Felinfoel, Carmarthenshire against nearby alternatives. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Swiss Valley, Dafen, Llanerch, Tyrfran, Coed Cae, and Pen-y-fan.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Felinfoel
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Felinfoel often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Felinfoel?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Felinfoel is Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 1.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (1.7 miles) and Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Felinfoel?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Felinfoel, 14 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Felinfoel?
The nearest practice to Felinfoel that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 1.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (1.7 miles) and West Coast Dental Care (6.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Felinfoel, 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 Felinfoel, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.