Orthodontic practices near Grovesend
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Grovesend, 18 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 2.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 3.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 5.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 5.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| J JohnSwansea | 5.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Sketty Road Dental PracticeSwansea | 5.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (11 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Grovesend with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunvant, 2.7 miles south; the next are Llanelli (3.4 miles west) and Swansea (3.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dunvant | 1 | 2.7 miles south |
| Llanelli | 6 | 3.4 miles west |
| Swansea | 10 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 7.0 miles south |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 10.6 miles south-east |
| Crynant | 1 | 13.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Grovesend
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 7.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 7.0 miles south |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 16.8 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 2.7 miles south |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 6.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Grovesend at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swansea |
| NHS dental services | Swansea Bay University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 1,131 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,416 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 291 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 75th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.7 miles away, closer than 77% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 38 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 3 miles Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care), Llanelli — 3 miles Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 18 within 10 miles, 25 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 Grovesend
The nearest practice to Grovesend is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 18 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (23.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (5.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Grovesend list clear aligners, the nearest 2.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Grovesend are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 38 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Grovesend
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Compare orthodontic care in Grovesend
Orthodontist in Grovesend: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Grovesend. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of City and County of Swansea. Grovesend — a small village with a population of around 1,131 — is covered on this page specifically.
What local practice data suggests in Grovesend
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Grovesend itself. The closest on record are West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 3 miles away; Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 3 miles away; and Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4 miles away.
Widen your local search
Pages for Gorseinon, Penyrheol, Waungron, Gorseinon Garden Village, Gowerton, and Pontarddulais follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Local snapshot of Grovesend
Grovesend is home to around 1,131 people, classing it as a small village within City and County of Swansea. Penyrheol is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Grovesend.
The local picture in Grovesend
Grovesend is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. 15.4% of Grovesend's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Grovesend, 6.2% of the 1,416 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Grovesend is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Grovesend sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Grovesend is about 38 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Orthodontic Treatments in Grovesend
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Grovesend has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Grovesend — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Grovesend — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies Grovesend as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Swansea Bay University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Grovesend. Census data puts 15.4% of Grovesend's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,416 residents in the neighbourhood around Grovesend, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Grovesend is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Grovesend sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Grovesend is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Grovesend. The nearest we do hold are West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 3 miles away; Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 3 miles away; and Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Grovesend
Many people in Grovesend delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Grovesend
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Grovesend
Every case in Grovesend follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Grovesend. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Grovesend
These local links are here for anyone comparing Grovesend, City and County of Swansea against nearby alternatives. This page links onward to Gorseinon, Penyrheol, Waungron, Gorseinon Garden Village, Gowerton, and Pontarddulais for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Grovesend
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Grovesend often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Grovesend?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Grovesend is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (3.4 miles) and Ravenhill Dental Care (3.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Grovesend?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Grovesend, 18 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Grovesend?
The nearest practice to Grovesend that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (3.4 miles) and Ravenhill Dental Care (3.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Grovesend, City and County of Swansea?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Grovesend, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.