Orthodontic practices near Gallt - y - foel
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Gallt - y - foel; 1 practice within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 6.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 6.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 17.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 17.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 19.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 19.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 19.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 27.7 miles east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 29.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gallt - y - foel with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 6.4 miles north; the next are Llandudno (17.7 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (19.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 6.4 miles north |
| Llandudno | 2 | 17.7 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 19.6 miles north-east |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 27.7 miles east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 29.3 miles east |
| Rhyl | 1 | 29.4 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 Gallt - y - foel
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 17.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 17.7 miles north-east |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 19.7 miles north-east |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 19.7 miles north-east |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 4.7 (44 reviews) | 17.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gallt - y - foel at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gwynedd |
| 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 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,899 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 11.3% aged 16 to 24 and 29.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 107 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gwynedd | 50th closest to an orthodontic practice of 297 places in the county (the county median is 21.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.4 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.5% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Gwynedd |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 6 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 18 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 20 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 | 1 within 10 miles, 6 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 Gallt - y - foel
From Gallt - y - foel the nearest practice is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 6.4 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 6.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (6.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Gallt - y - foel list clear aligners, the nearest 6.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Gallt - y - foel are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 29.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Gallt - y - foel to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic 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 170 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 15.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gallt - y - foel
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Orthodontist in Gallt - y - foel: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Gallt - y - foel understand their options before committing to an appointment. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Gwynedd.
What local practice data suggests in Gallt - y - foel
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Gallt - y - foel itself. The nearest we do hold are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 6 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 18 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 20 miles away.
Area profile for Gallt - y - foel
ONS classifies Gallt - y - foel as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Gallt - y - foel falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. 19.6% of Gallt - y - foel's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,899 residents in the neighbourhood around Gallt - y - foel, 8.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Gallt - y - foel; the nearest is about 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Gallt - y - foel is roughly mid-table for Wales.
A quick look at Gallt - y - foel
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Gallt - y - foel
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Gallt - y - foel
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Gallt - y - foel
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Gallt - y - foel — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
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Areas We Cover Around Gallt - y - foel
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gallt - y - foel
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gallt - y - foel often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gallt - y - foel?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gallt - y - foel is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 6.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (17.7 miles) and The Dental Studio (17.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gallt - y - foel?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Gallt - y - foel, 1 practice within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gallt - y - foel?
The nearest practice to Gallt - y - foel that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 29.4 miles to the north-east.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gallt - y - foel, Gwynedd?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Gallt - y - foel, Gwynedd?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.