Orthodontic practices near Gurnos
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Gurnos, 2 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, 3.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 3.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Dunes Dental CareBriton Ferry | 11.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (46 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 11.8 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 12.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 12.0 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 12.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 12.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gurnos with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crynant, 3.1 miles south-east; the next are Glyn-neath (6.7 miles east) and Briton Ferry (11.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crynant | 1 | 3.1 miles south-east |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 6.7 miles east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 11.6 miles south |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 11.8 miles east |
| Swansea | 10 | 12.0 miles south-west |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 12.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Gurnos
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 11.8 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 11.8 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 16.1 miles south-west |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 15.0 miles east |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 13.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gurnos 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,216 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 28.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 170 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 26.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Sir Powys | 5th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.1 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 31 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 3 miles Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 7 miles Dunes Dental Care, Briton Ferry — 12 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 28 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 Gurnos
Gurnos is 3.1 miles from Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (11.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (17.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Gurnos list clear aligners, the nearest 6.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Gurnos are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 6.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gurnos
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Orthodontist in Gurnos: This page was put together for people in Gurnos who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Sir Powys, not just Gurnos.
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Facts about Gurnos
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Ystalyfera, the closest linked location.
Gurnos in context
Gurnos is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Census figures show 19.2% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,216 residents in the neighbourhood around Gurnos, 7.5% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Measured by orthodontic practice within five miles (1), Gurnos has more choice than 61% of towns in Wales. Gurnos sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Gurnos is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 31 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Gurnos
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Gurnos itself. The nearest recorded are Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 3 miles away; Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 7 miles away; and Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 12 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Gurnos
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Gurnos
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gurnos
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gurnos often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gurnos?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gurnos is Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 3.1 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dental Lounge Glynneath (6.7 miles) and Dunes Dental Care (11.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gurnos?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Gurnos, 2 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gurnos?
The nearest practice to Gurnos that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 6.7 miles to the east. Others nearby include Neat Teeth Orthodontics (12.0 miles) and Parkway Private Dental Clinic (12.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gurnos, Sir Powys?
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 Gurnos, Sir Powys?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.