Orthodontic practices near Font-y-gary
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Font-y-gary, 15 practices within 10 and 41 practices within 20. The closest is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 3.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Dental CentreBarry | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (16 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 3.5 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (278 reviews) |
| The Waterfront Dental SurgeryBarry | 4.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (39 reviews) |
| Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge | 6.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (157 reviews) |
| COWBRIDGE ORTHODONTICS LTDCowbridge | 6.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cowbridge Dental SpecialistsCowbridge | 6.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (40 reviews) |
| Castle Court Dental CareDinas Powys | 7.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (111 reviews) |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Font-y-gary with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barry, 3.1 miles east; the next are Cowbridge (6.1 miles north-west) and Dinas Powys (7.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barry | 3 | 3.1 miles east |
| Cowbridge | 3 | 6.1 miles north-west |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 7.2 miles north-east |
| Cardiff | 11 | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Penarth | 2 | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Radyr | 1 | 10.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Font-y-gary
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 8.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 8.4 miles north-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-east |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 12.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Font-y-gary at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Vale of Glamorgan |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,349 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 343 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Vale of Glamorgan | 65th closest to an orthodontic practice of 99 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.1 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Vale of Glamorgan |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 11 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Holton Dental Centre, Barry — 3 miles Y Bont Faen Dental Centre, Cowbridge — 6 miles Castle Court Dental Care, Dinas Powys — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 within 10 miles, 41 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 Font-y-gary
Font-y-gary is 3.1 miles from Holton Dental Centre in Barry, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 41.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Advance Dental Care (3.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (10.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Font-y-gary list clear aligners, the nearest 3.1 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 Font-y-gary are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 3.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 11 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Font-y-gary
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Orthodontist in Font-y-gary: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Font-y-gary, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Font-y-gary itself or elsewhere in Vale of Glamorgan.
Local snapshot of Font-y-gary
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Rhoose, the closest linked location.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Rhoose, Ffwl-y-mwn, Penmark, Aberthaw, East Aberthaw, and Pen-onn.
Font-y-gary in context
Officially, Font-y-gary is categorised as larger rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Font-y-gary falls under Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Font-y-gary has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.9% of residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.3% of the 1,349 residents in Font-y-gary's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Font-y-gary is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. Font-y-gary's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Font-y-gary is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 11 miles away.
What we know about practices near Font-y-gary
There is no orthodontist on our records in Font-y-gary itself. The nearest recorded are Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 3 miles away; Y Bont Faen Dental Centre in Cowbridge, about 6 miles away; and Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, about 7 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Font-y-gary
Patients in Font-y-gary have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
How to Choose in Font-y-gary
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Font-y-gary practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Font-y-gary
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Font-y-gary helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Font-y-gary
Practices serving Font-y-gary differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Font-y-gary falls under larger rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Font-y-gary has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.9% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,349 residents in the neighbourhood around Font-y-gary, 5.3% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Font-y-gary is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Font-y-gary sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Font-y-gary is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 11 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Font-y-gary. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Font-y-gary
This section helps connect Font-y-gary, Vale of Glamorgan to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Related nearby location pages such as Rhoose, Ffwl-y-mwn, Penmark, Aberthaw, East Aberthaw, and Pen-onn can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Font-y-gary
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Font-y-gary often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Font-y-gary?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Font-y-gary is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 3.1 miles to the east. The next closest are Advance Dental Care (3.5 miles) and The Waterfront Dental Surgery (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Font-y-gary?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Font-y-gary, 15 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Font-y-gary?
The nearest practice to Font-y-gary that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 3.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Advance Dental Care (3.5 miles) and Y Bont Faen Dental Centre (6.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Font-y-gary, Vale of Glamorgan?
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 Font-y-gary, Vale of Glamorgan?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.