Orthodontic practices near Gwredog
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Gwredog; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 14.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 14.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 23.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 23.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 27.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 27.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 27.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Gwredog with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 14.0 miles south-east; the next are Llandudno (23.6 miles east) and Colwyn Bay (27.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 14.0 miles south-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 23.6 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 27.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Gwredog at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,985 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 81st closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 14 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 24 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 28 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Valley Dental Practice — 8 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 Gwredog
From Gwredog the nearest practice is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 14 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (14 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Gwredog list clear aligners, the nearest 14 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Gwredog are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Gwredog to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 30 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 360 to 730 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £330 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 220 to 360 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Gwredog
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Local provider signals in Gwredog
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Gwredog. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 14 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 24 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 28 miles away.
What official data says about Gwredog
Gwredog's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Gwredog. Census figures show 19.3% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Gwredog, 7.4% of the 1,985 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Gwredog has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 14 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Gwredog is roughly mid-table for Wales.
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Local context for Gwredog
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Gwredog
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Frequently Asked Questions in Gwredog
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Gwredog often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Gwredog?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Gwredog is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 14.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (23.6 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (23.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Gwredog?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Gwredog, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 14.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Gwredog?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Gwredog, Anglesey?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Gwredog, Anglesey?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.