Orthodontic practices near Hay
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Hay; 9 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 17.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 17.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 17.5 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 17.7 miles east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 17.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 17.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 17.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 17.8 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 18.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hay with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 17.5 miles east; the next are Merthyr Tydfil (23.8 miles south-west) and Monmouth (25.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 17.5 miles east |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 23.8 miles south-west |
| Monmouth | 1 | 25.4 miles south-east |
| Pontypool | 1 | 26.8 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 28.0 miles south |
| Aberdare | 2 | 28.0 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hay
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 17.7 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 17.7 miles east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 18.5 miles east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 18.3 miles east |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 4.8 (314 reviews) | 17.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Hay 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 13.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,680 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,122 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 185th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 39 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 18 miles Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 24 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 25 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 9 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 Hay
Hay is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 17.5 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. 9 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Lodge Dental (26.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (17.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Hay list clear aligners, the nearest 17.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Hay are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 17.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Hay to St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic is roughly 40 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 460 to 910 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £205 to £410 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 460 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 20.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Hay
Sir Powys12 nearby locationsCompare braces and clear aligners in Hay
Orthodontist in Hay: People weighing up braces or aligners in Hay can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Sir Powys.
What official data says about Hay
Hay is classified as larger rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Census data puts only 13.5% of Hay's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.4% of the 1,680 residents in Hay's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Hay has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 18 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Hay among Wales's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Hay is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 39 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
A quick look at Hay
The nearest other location we cover is Y Gelli Gandryll, under 1 km to the north.
Local orthodontic signals in Hay
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Hay. The closest on record are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 18 miles away; Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 24 miles away; and The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 25 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Related pages for Y Gelli Gandryll, Hay-on-Wye, Cusop, Llanigon, Clyro, and Bronydd are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The Orthodontic Journey in Hay
Starting orthodontic treatment in Hay 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Hay runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Hay
Patients in Hay have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Hay
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 Hay practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Hay. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Hay
These links help widen your research beyond Hay, Sir Powys if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Y Gelli Gandryll, Hay-on-Wye, Cusop, Llanigon, Clyro, and Bronydd.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Hay
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Hay often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hay?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hay is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 17.5 miles to the east. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (17.5 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (17.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hay?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Hay, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 17.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Hay?
The nearest practice to Hay that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 17.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (17.7 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (18.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Hay, 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 Hay, Sir Powys?
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.