Orthodontic practices near Flint
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Flint, 15 practices within 10 and 72 practices within 20. The closest is Smilebay In Connah's Quay in Deeside, 3.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smilebay In Connah's QuayDeeside | 3.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (95 reviews) |
| Greenacre OrthodonticsDeeside | 3.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 4.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 5.1 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Grosvenor Place Dental PracticeMold | 5.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.2 (12 reviews) |
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 6.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (144 reviews) |
| Willaston Dental Care - Dentist On WirralWillaston | 6.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (274 reviews) |
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 6.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (144 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Flint with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Deeside, 3.7 miles south-east; the next are Mold (4.9 miles south) and Heswall (6.1 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Deeside | 2 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Mold | 3 | 4.9 miles south |
| Heswall | 1 | 6.1 miles north |
| Willaston | 1 | 6.1 miles north-east |
| Bebington | 1 | 6.7 miles north-east |
| Penyffordd | 1 | 7.2 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 Flint
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Sandstone Dental Practice in Heswall (5.0 from 144 reviews), 6.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 6.1 miles north |
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 6.7 miles north-east |
| Sunlight Dental PracticeNew Ferry | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-east |
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 10.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Flint at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Flintshire |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 26,442 |
| Residents under 16 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,888 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.5% aged 16 to 24 and 27.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 487 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Access within County of Flintshire | 71st closest to an orthodontic practice of 129 places in the county (the county median is 2.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 69% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in County of Flintshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 14 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Neston High School — 5.1 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smilebay In Connah's Quay, Deeside — 4 miles Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, Mold — 5 miles The Sandstone Dental Practice, Heswall — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 72 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | CH6 |
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 Flint
The nearest practice to Flint is Smilebay In Connah's Quay in Deeside, 3.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 72.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Whitby Dental & Implant Clinic (9.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willaston Dental Care - Dentist On Wirral (6.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Flint list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Flint are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Greenacre Orthodontics in Deeside, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 14 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Flint
County of Flintshire12 nearby locationsOrthodontic treatment options in Flint
Orthodontist in Flint: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Flint understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across County of Flintshire, not just Flint. Flint — a market town with a population of around 26,442 — is covered on this page specifically.
Useful local orthodontic context for Flint
There is no orthodontist on our records in Flint itself. The closest on record are Smilebay In Connah's Quay, about 4 miles away; Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 5 miles away; and The Sandstone Dental Practice in Heswall, about 6 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Northop, Oakenholt, Bagillt, Bryn Merllyn, Northop Hall, and Sychdyn.
Flint at a glance
With a population of roughly 26,442, Flint is a market town within County of Flintshire. Heading south-east for around 2 km brings you to Oakenholt, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Flint
Flint's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Flint's under-16 share sits at 15%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,888 residents in Flint's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across County of Flintshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Flint has more choice than 73% of towns in Wales. The closest secondary schools to Flint are Neston High School (5.1 miles). Flint's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Flint is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Flint
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Flint helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Flint
- 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?
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Flint follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
All Orthodontic Options in Flint Explained
Patients in Flint have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Flint
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Flint. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Flint
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Flint, County of Flintshire with surrounding locations. Related nearby location pages such as Northop, Oakenholt, Bagillt, Bryn Merllyn, Northop Hall, and Sychdyn can help you compare a wider local area.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Flint
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Flint often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Flint?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Flint is Smilebay In Connah's Quay in Deeside, about 3.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Greenacre Orthodontics (3.8 miles) and Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (4.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Flint?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Flint, 15 practices within 10 miles and 72 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Flint?
The nearest practice to Flint that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Greenacre Orthodontics in Deeside, about 3.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (4.9 miles) and Willaston Dental Care - Dentist On Wirral (6.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Flint, County of Flintshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Flint, County of Flintshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.