Orthodontic practices near Gadfa
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Gadfa; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 13.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 13.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 20.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 20.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 24.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 25.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 25.0 miles 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 Gadfa with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 13.0 miles south-east; the next are Llandudno (20.6 miles east) and Colwyn Bay (24.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 13.0 miles south-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 20.6 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 24.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Gadfa at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 14.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,311 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 23% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 50 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 74th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.8% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 13 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 21 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 25 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Valley Dental Practice — 12 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 Gadfa
The nearest practice to Gadfa is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 13 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. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (13 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Gadfa list clear aligners, the nearest 13 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Gadfa are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Gadfa to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 30 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 340 to 680 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £305 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gadfa
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Orthodontist in Gadfa: This page was put together for people in Gadfa who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Anglesey, not just Gadfa.
Compare nearby areas
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Penysarn, Capel Parc, Pengorffwysfa, Llaneilian, Amlwch Port, and Amlwch.
Local snapshot of Gadfa
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Penysarn, the closest linked location.
What local practice data suggests in Gadfa
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Gadfa. The nearest we do hold are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 13 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 21 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 25 miles away.
Area profile for Gadfa
Officially, Gadfa is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Gadfa. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Gadfa, 5.8% of the 2,311 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Gadfa; the nearest is about 13 miles away. Gadfa sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
Orthodontic Treatments in Gadfa
The orthodontic landscape in Gadfa offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Gadfa
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Gadfa — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Gadfa
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Gadfa helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Gadfa
There's no orthodontist on record in Gadfa itself; the nearest dentist, Valley Dental Practice, is about 12 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Gadfa sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 14.8% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,311 residents in the neighbourhood around Gadfa, 5.8% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Anglesey. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Gadfa; the nearest is about 13 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Gadfa is roughly mid-table for Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Gadfa. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Gadfa
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Gadfa, Anglesey, these local links help you keep browsing. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Penysarn, Capel Parc, Pengorffwysfa, Llaneilian, Amlwch Port, and Amlwch.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gadfa
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gadfa often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gadfa?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gadfa is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 13.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (20.6 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (20.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gadfa?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Gadfa, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 13.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gadfa?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gadfa, Anglesey?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Gadfa, Anglesey?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.