Orthodontic practices near Gumfreston
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Gumfreston. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 22.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 22.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 22.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 24.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 24.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 24.7 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 24.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 24.8 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 26.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gumfreston with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 22.1 miles north-east; the next are Llanelli (24.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 22.1 miles north-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 24.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Gumfreston at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Pembrokeshire |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 12.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,694 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 82 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Pembrokeshire | 86th closest to an orthodontic practice of 329 places in the county (the county median is 27.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Pembrokeshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 22 miles Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 25 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 31 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 50 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Postcode districts | SA70 |
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 Gumfreston
Gumfreston is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 22.1 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.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (24.6 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around Gumfreston list clear aligners, the nearest 22.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Gumfreston are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 22.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Gumfreston to Capel Dental Care is roughly 50 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 570 to 1,150 miles and 17 to 33 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £255 to £520 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 340 to 570 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gumfreston
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Orthodontist in Gumfreston: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Gumfreston? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Pembrokeshire, not just Gumfreston.
What official data says about Gumfreston
Gumfreston is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Hywel Dda University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Gumfreston. With just 12.3% of residents under 16, Gumfreston skews toward an older population. In the census neighbourhood around Gumfreston, 6.3% of the 1,694 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Gumfreston usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 22 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Gumfreston among Wales's less deprived areas.
Practice data for Gumfreston
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Gumfreston. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 22 miles away; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 25 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 31 miles away.
A quick look at Gumfreston
Heading west for around 2 km brings you to Saint Florence, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
Pages for Penally, Saint Florence, New Hedges, East Williamston, Cold Inn, and Pentlepoir follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
All Orthodontic Options in Gumfreston Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Gumfreston offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Gumfreston
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 Gumfreston practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Gumfreston
Starting orthodontic treatment in Gumfreston can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Gumfreston
What's available in Gumfreston depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. By ONS classification, Gumfreston falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Gumfreston sits within Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Gumfreston has a smaller share of children than most areas — 12.3% of residents are under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,694 residents in the neighbourhood around Gumfreston, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire. People in Gumfreston usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 22 miles away. Gumfreston's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Gumfreston. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Gumfreston
If Gumfreston, Pembrokeshire is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can keep exploring with related pages for Penally, Saint Florence, New Hedges, East Williamston, Cold Inn, and Pentlepoir.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gumfreston
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gumfreston often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gumfreston?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gumfreston is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 22.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (22.1 miles) and Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (24.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gumfreston?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Gumfreston, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 22.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gumfreston?
The nearest practice to Gumfreston that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 22.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (24.7 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (26.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gumfreston, Pembrokeshire?
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 Gumfreston, Pembrokeshire?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.