Orthodontic practices near Gwaelod-y-garth
On our practice register: 13 practices within 5 miles of Gwaelod-y-garth, 36 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, 1.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr | 1.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 2.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (136 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 2.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd | 3.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Northview Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 3.3 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (965 reviews) |
| North Cardiff Orthodontic CentreCardiff | 4.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (99 reviews) |
| Crocodile OrthodonticsRhiwbina | 4.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (19 reviews) |
| Cardiff Orthodontic LaboratoryRhiwbina | 4.2 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gwaelod-y-garth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Radyr, 1.3 miles south-east; the next are Caerphilly (2.1 miles north-east) and Pontypridd (3.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Radyr | 1 | 1.3 miles south-east |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 3.2 miles north |
| Cardiff | 12 | 4.2 miles south-east |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 4.2 miles south-east |
| Thornhill | 2 | 4.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Gwaelod-y-garth
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 5.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-east |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 4.4 miles north-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 9.3 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Gwaelod-y-garth at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale 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 |
| Residents under 16 | 18.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,194 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.8% aged 16 to 24 and 29.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 523 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 94% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 35th closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.3 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 5 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre, Radyr — 1 miles Smart Smiles, Caerphilly — 2 miles Abertridwr Dental Surgery, Pontypridd — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 63 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 Gwaelod-y-garth
Gwaelod-y-garth is 1.3 miles from South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Birchgrove Dental Practice (4.4 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 17 of the practices around Gwaelod-y-garth list clear aligners, the nearest 2.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Gwaelod-y-garth are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Parklands Dental Practice in Caerphilly, 2.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gwaelod-y-garth
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What we know about practices near Gwaelod-y-garth
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Gwaelod-y-garth. The nearest recorded are South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about a mile away; Smart Smiles in Caerphilly, about 2 miles away; and Abertridwr Dental Surgery in Pontypridd, about 3 miles away.
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The local picture in Gwaelod-y-garth
ONS classifies Gwaelod-y-garth as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Gwaelod-y-garth falls under Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Gwaelod-y-garth's under-16 share sits at 18.8%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Gwaelod-y-garth, 7% of the 1,194 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Gwaelod-y-garth has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 94% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Gwaelod-y-garth sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Gwaelod-y-garth is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 5 miles away.
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Gwaelod-y-garth
Starting orthodontic treatment in Gwaelod-y-garth can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Gwaelod-y-garth
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Gwaelod-y-garth. By ONS classification, Gwaelod-y-garth falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Gwaelod-y-garth. Census data puts 18.8% of Gwaelod-y-garth's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 1,194 residents in Gwaelod-y-garth's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff. Gwaelod-y-garth has 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 94% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Gwaelod-y-garth sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Gwaelod-y-garth is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 5 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gwaelod-y-garth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gwaelod-y-garth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gwaelod-y-garth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gwaelod-y-garth is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about 1.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Smart Smiles (2.1 miles) and Parklands Dental Practice (2.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gwaelod-y-garth?
Our register has 13 practices within 5 miles of Gwaelod-y-garth, 36 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gwaelod-y-garth?
The nearest practice to Gwaelod-y-garth that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Parklands Dental Practice in Caerphilly, about 2.9 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include North Cardiff Orthodontic Centre (4.2 miles) and Cedars Dental Cardiff (4.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gwaelod-y-garth, Cardiff?
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 Gwaelod-y-garth, Cardiff?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.