Orthodontic practices near Groes
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Groes; 2 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, 6.4 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 6.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 7.0 miles north | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 10.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 13.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 13.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 13.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 14.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 14.5 miles east | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Groes with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saint Asaph, 6.4 miles north; the next are Bodelwyddan (7.0 miles north) and Rhyl (10.5 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 6.4 miles north |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 7.0 miles north |
| Rhyl | 1 | 10.5 miles north |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 13.2 miles north-west |
| Mold | 3 | 14.2 miles east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 17.4 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Groes
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), 19.6 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 19.6 miles north-east |
| Greenacre OrthodonticsDeeside | 4.9 (471 reviews) | 18.5 miles east |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-west |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 4.9 (119 reviews) | 10.5 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Groes at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Conwy |
| 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 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,821 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 24.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 14 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Conwy | 60th closest to an orthodontic practice of 115 places in the county (the county median is 6.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.4 miles away, closer than 54% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Conwy |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 27 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Willows Dental and Implant Practice, Saint Asaph — 6 miles Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 7 miles Bod Heulog Dental Practice, Rhyl — 10 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 | 2 within 10 miles, 17 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 Groes
From Groes the nearest practice is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, 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 are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Wrexham Dental Works (21.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Lakeside Orthodontics (18.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Groes list clear aligners, the nearest 6.4 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 Groes are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 10.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 27 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Groes to Willows Dental and Implant Practice 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 3.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Groes
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Orthodontist in Groes: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Groes. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Conwy.
What official data says about Groes
By ONS classification, Groes falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Groes. Groes's under-16 share sits at 16%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Groes, 6.5% of the 1,821 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Conwy, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Groes has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. National deprivation data puts Groes close to the Wales median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Groes is about 27 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool.
Groes in numbers
Rhydgaled is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Groes.
Practice data for Groes
There is no orthodontist on our records in Groes itself. The nearest we do hold are Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 6 miles away; Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 7 miles away; and Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 10 miles away.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Rhydgaled, Nantglyn, Henllan, Gwaynynog, Cefn Berain, and Bylchau may also help.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Groes
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Groes can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Groes offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Groes
Starting orthodontic treatment in Groes can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Groes
Treatment in Groes runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Groes. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Groes
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Groes, Conwy, these local links help you keep browsing. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Rhydgaled, Nantglyn, Henllan, Gwaynynog, Cefn Berain, and Bylchau.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Groes
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Groes often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Groes?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Groes is Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 6.4 miles to the north. The next closest are Glan Clwyd Hospital (7.0 miles) and Bod Heulog Dental Practice (10.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Groes?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Groes, 2 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Saint Asaph, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Groes?
The nearest practice to Groes that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 10.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (14.2 miles) and Greenacre Orthodontics (18.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Groes, Conwy?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Groes, Conwy?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.