Orthodontic practices near Llancarfan
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Llancarfan, 22 practices within 10 and 50 practices within 20. The closest is Advance Dental Care in Barry, 3.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 3.4 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (278 reviews) |
| Holton Dental CentreBarry | 3.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (16 reviews) |
| Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge | 4.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (157 reviews) |
| COWBRIDGE ORTHODONTICS LTDCowbridge | 4.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cowbridge Dental SpecialistsCowbridge | 4.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (40 reviews) |
| The Waterfront Dental SurgeryBarry | 4.6 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (39 reviews) |
| Castle Court Dental CareDinas Powys | 7.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (111 reviews) |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 7.3 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llancarfan with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barry, 3.4 miles east; the next are Cowbridge (4.3 miles north-west) and Dinas Powys (7.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barry | 3 | 3.4 miles east |
| Cowbridge | 3 | 4.3 miles north-west |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 7.0 miles east |
| Cardiff | 11 | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Penarth | 2 | 8.3 miles east |
| Coity | 3 | 9.1 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llancarfan
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), 7.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 7.3 miles north-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 9.7 miles north-east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 3.4 miles east |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llancarfan at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Vale of Glamorgan |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,869 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 56 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 86% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Vale of Glamorgan | 69th closest to an orthodontic practice of 99 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Vale of Glamorgan |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 10 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Advance Dental Care, Barry — 3 miles Y Bont Faen Dental Centre, Cowbridge — 4 miles Castle Court Dental Care, Dinas Powys — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 50 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 Llancarfan
Llancarfan is 3.4 miles from Advance Dental Care in Barry, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 50.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Advance Dental Care (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (9.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Llancarfan list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 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 Llancarfan are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Care in Barry, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llancarfan
Vale of Glamorgan12 nearby locationsLocal orthodontic treatment in Llancarfan
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Llancarfan, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Vale of Glamorgan, not just Llancarfan.
The local picture in Llancarfan
Llancarfan is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Llancarfan's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Llancarfan, 7.9% of the 1,869 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Llancarfan has 6 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 86% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Llancarfan among Wales's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Llancarfan is about 10 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Widen your local search
You can continue browsing related location pages including Pancross, Pen-onn, Penmark, Ffwl-y-mwn, Llanbethêry, and Tre-Aubrey if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
About Llancarfan
The nearest other location we cover is Pancross, under 1 km to the north.
What local practice data suggests in Llancarfan
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Llancarfan. The nearest we do hold are Advance Dental Care in Barry, about 3 miles away; Y Bont Faen Dental Centre in Cowbridge, about 4 miles away; and Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, about 7 miles away.
The Orthodontic Journey in Llancarfan
Many people in Llancarfan delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Llancarfan — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Llancarfan Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Llancarfan can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Llancarfan
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Llancarfan — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llancarfan. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llancarfan
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Llancarfan, Vale of Glamorgan. You can also browse nearby location pages including Pancross, Pen-onn, Penmark, Ffwl-y-mwn, Llanbethêry, and Tre-Aubrey.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llancarfan
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llancarfan often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llancarfan?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llancarfan is Advance Dental Care in Barry, about 3.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Holton Dental Centre (3.8 miles) and Y Bont Faen Dental Centre (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llancarfan?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Llancarfan, 22 practices within 10 miles and 50 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llancarfan?
The nearest practice to Llancarfan that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Advance Dental Care in Barry, about 3.4 miles to the east. Others nearby include Holton Dental Centre (3.8 miles) and Y Bont Faen Dental Centre (4.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llancarfan, Vale of Glamorgan?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llancarfan, Vale of Glamorgan?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.