Orthodontic practices near Glan-Duar
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Glan-Duar; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 16.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 16.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 16.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 26.6 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 26.9 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 26.9 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 27.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 27.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 27.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Glan-Duar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 16.2 miles south-west; the next are Llanelli (26.6 miles south) and Crynant (29.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 16.2 miles south-west |
| Llanelli | 6 | 26.6 miles south |
| Crynant | 1 | 29.1 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 Glan-Duar
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 16.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 16.2 miles south-west |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 16.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Glan-Duar 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,180 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 19.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 221 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 263rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 16 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 27 miles Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 29 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 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 Glan-Duar
Glan-Duar is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 16.2 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (27.1 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around Glan-Duar list clear aligners, the nearest 16.2 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 Glan-Duar are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 16.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Glan-Duar to Capel Dental Care is roughly 35 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 420 to 840 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £190 to £380 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 250 to 420 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 19.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Glan-Duar
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Orthodontist in Glan-Duar: Before booking anything in Glan-Duar, 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 we know about practices near Glan-Duar
There is no orthodontist on our records in Glan-Duar itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 16 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 27 miles away; and Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 29 miles away.
Glan-Duar at a glance
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Glan-Duar in context
Glan-Duar — larger rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 16.7% of Glan-Duar's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Glan-Duar, 6.4% of the 1,180 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Glan-Duar has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 16 miles away. National deprivation data puts Glan-Duar close to the Wales median.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Glan-Duar
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Glan-Duar
Orthodontic treatment in Glan-Duar is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Glan-Duar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Glan-Duar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Glan-Duar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Glan-Duar is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 16.2 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (16.3 miles) and Nott Sarah (26.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Glan-Duar?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Glan-Duar, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 16.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Glan-Duar?
The nearest practice to Glan-Duar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 16.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (27.0 miles) and Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (27.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Glan-Duar, Carmarthenshire?
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 Glan-Duar, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.