Orthodontic practices near Legar
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Legar; 27 practices within 20. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 12.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 12.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 13.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 13.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 13.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (564 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 13.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental CareCwmbran | 15.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental SpaCwmbran | 15.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (112 reviews) |
| Goodwin Dental PracticeCwmbran | 15.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Legar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 12.4 miles south-west; the next are Pontypool (13.0 miles south-east) and Newbridge (13.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 12.4 miles south-west |
| Pontypool | 1 | 13.0 miles south-east |
| Newbridge | 2 | 13.4 miles south |
| Blackwood | 1 | 13.7 miles south |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 15.0 miles south |
| Hengoed | 1 | 15.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Legar
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), 17.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 17.9 miles south-west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 17.9 miles south |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 13.0 miles south-east |
| Smilinggiraffeorthodontics Frances WillnerNewport | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 17.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Legar 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 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,110 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 22.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 338 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 97th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 24 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 12 miles Lodge Dental, Pontypool — 13 miles Bridge Orthodontics, Newbridge — 13 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, 27 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 Legar
The nearest practice to Legar is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 12.4 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 27 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Dental (13 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (13.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Legar list clear aligners, the nearest 13 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 Legar are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 13 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 24 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Legar to Prince Charles Hospital 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 320 to 640 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £290 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Legar
Sir Powys12 nearby locationsCompare orthodontic care in Legar
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Legar, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Sir Powys.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Crickhowell, Danygrug, Dardy, Ffynnonau, Llangattock, and Darren.
Local snapshot of Legar
Crickhowell is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Legar.
What official data says about Legar
Classified by ONS as larger rural: Further from a major town or city, Legar sits within Powys Teaching Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Legar's under-16 share, 12.8%, is below the typical level. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6% of the 2,110 residents in Legar's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. People in Legar usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Legar among Wales's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Legar is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 24 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local orthodontic signals in Legar
There is no orthodontist on our records in Legar itself. The nearest recorded are Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 12 miles away; Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 13 miles away; and Bridge Orthodontics in Newbridge, about 13 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Legar
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Legar has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Legar
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Legar
Many people in Legar delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Legar follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Legar. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Legar
This part of the page places Legar, Sir Powys in context alongside the towns and areas around it. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Crickhowell, Danygrug, Dardy, Ffynnonau, Llangattock, and Darren.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Legar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Legar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Legar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Legar is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 12.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Lodge Dental (13.0 miles) and Bridge Orthodontics (13.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Legar?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Legar, 0 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 12.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Legar?
The nearest practice to Legar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 13.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Bridge Orthodontics (13.4 miles) and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (13.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Legar, Sir Powys?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Legar, Sir Powys?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.