Orthodontic practices near Guilsfield
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Guilsfield; 12 practices within 20. The closest is Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, 11.7 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski DentystaOswestry | 11.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (103 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 15.1 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 15.7 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 16.3 miles east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 16.9 miles east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 16.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 17.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 17.0 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Guilsfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Oswestry, 11.7 miles north-east; the next are Bicton (15.1 miles east) and Shrewsbury (15.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Oswestry | 1 | 11.7 miles north-east |
| Bicton | 1 | 15.1 miles east |
| Shrewsbury | 10 | 15.7 miles east |
| Wrexham | 4 | 24.4 miles north |
| Rhosllannerchrugog | 1 | 24.6 miles north |
| Wellington | 3 | 26.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Guilsfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Park House Dental Centre in Shrewsbury (5.0 from 131 reviews), 17.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Park House Dental CentreShrewsbury | 5.0 (131 reviews) | 17.5 miles east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 15.7 miles east |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 4.9 (354 reviews) | 15.1 miles east |
| Winchester House Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 4.9 (280 reviews) | 17.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Guilsfield at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Powys |
| NHS dental services | Powys Teaching 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 1,220 |
| Residents under 16 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,259 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 24.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 39 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 86th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 12 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 15 miles Shrewsbury Dental Lab, Shrewsbury — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 12 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 Guilsfield
The nearest practice to Guilsfield is Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, 11.7 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. 12 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Wrexham Dental Works (25 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 15 of the practices around Guilsfield list clear aligners, the nearest 15.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Guilsfield are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 16.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Guilsfield to Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta is roughly 25 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 300 to 610 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £275 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Guilsfield
Sir Powys12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Guilsfield
Orthodontist in Guilsfield: Before booking anything in Guilsfield, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Sir Powys. Guilsfield — a small village with a population of around 1,220 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local context for Guilsfield
Guilsfield has a population of around 1,220, making it a small village within Sir Powys. Heading south-west for around 1 km brings you to Groes-lwyd, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Guilsfield
ONS classifies Guilsfield as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Guilsfield falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Census figures show 15.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 2,259 residents in Guilsfield's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Guilsfield has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Guilsfield sits among the less deprived areas of Wales.
What local practice data suggests in Guilsfield
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Guilsfield. The nearest we do hold are Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 12 miles away; The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic in Bicton, about 15 miles away; and Shrewsbury Dental Lab, about 16 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Groes-lwyd, Geuffordd, Trelydan, Groespluan, Varchoel, and Burgess Lands.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Guilsfield
Orthodontic treatment in Guilsfield 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Guilsfield — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Guilsfield
Patients in Guilsfield have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Guilsfield
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Guilsfield practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Guilsfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Guilsfield
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Guilsfield, Sir Powys. You can keep exploring with related pages for Groes-lwyd, Geuffordd, Trelydan, Groespluan, Varchoel, and Burgess Lands.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Guilsfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Guilsfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Guilsfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Guilsfield is Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 11.7 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic (15.1 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (15.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Guilsfield?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Guilsfield, 0 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Oswestry, 11.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Guilsfield?
The nearest practice to Guilsfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 16.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (17.0 miles) and Shrewsbury Orthodontic Centre (17.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Guilsfield, Sir Powys?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Guilsfield, Sir Powys?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.