Orthodontic practices near Kings Wood
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Kings Wood; 8 practices within 10 and 20 practices within 20. The closest is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 6.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 6.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 6.8 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 7.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 7.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 7.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 7.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 7.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 9.2 miles south-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 Kings Wood with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 6.6 miles north; the next are Llanelli (7.6 miles south-east) and Dunvant (14.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 6.6 miles north |
| Llanelli | 6 | 7.6 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 14.0 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 15.7 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 17.5 miles south-east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 22.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kings Wood
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 17.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 17.5 miles south-east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 6.8 miles north |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 14.0 miles south-east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 18.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kings Wood at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,131 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 24.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 198 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 100th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.6 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Quayside Orthodontics, Carmarthen — 7 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 8 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 20 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | SA17 |
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 Kings Wood
From Kings Wood the nearest practice is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 6.6 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. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 20.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (7.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Kings Wood list clear aligners, the nearest 6.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Kings Wood are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 6.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Kings Wood to Quayside Orthodontics is roughly 15 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 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kings Wood
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Orthodontist in Kings Wood: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Kings Wood? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Carmarthenshire, not just Kings Wood.
Local snapshot of Kings Wood
The nearest other location we cover is Mynyddygarreg, around 1 km to the south-east.
Useful local orthodontic context for Kings Wood
There is no orthodontist on our records in Kings Wood itself. The nearest recorded are Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 7 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 8 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 14 miles away.
Area profile for Kings Wood
Kings Wood is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Kings Wood's under-16 share sits at 16.9%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Kings Wood, 7.2% of the 2,131 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Kings Wood has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Kings Wood sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Kings Wood
Orthodontic treatment in Kings Wood is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Kings Wood runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Kings Wood
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Kings Wood
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Kings Wood. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kings Wood
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Kings Wood, Carmarthenshire with surrounding locations. For a broader comparison, pages for Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, Llandefaelog, Four Roads, Pontantwn, and Llandyry follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kings Wood
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kings Wood often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kings Wood?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kings Wood is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 6.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Capel Dental Care (6.8 miles) and Nott Sarah (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kings Wood?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Kings Wood, 8 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 6.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kings Wood?
The nearest practice to Kings Wood that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 6.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (7.8 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (9.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kings Wood, Carmarthenshire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Kings Wood, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.