Orthodontic practices near Llandaff
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of Llandaff, 30 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 0.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
| Super Smile Dental - CantonCardiff | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (63 reviews) |
| Cathedral Dental ClinicCardiff | 0.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (198 reviews) |
| Cathedral OrthodonticsCardiff | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (51 reviews) |
| Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial AestheticsCardiff | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| RetiredCardiff | 1.1 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
| Park Place Dental PracticeCardiff | 2.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (775 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llandaff with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cardiff, 0.8 miles south-west; the next are Rhiwbina (2.7 miles north-east) and Thornhill (3.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff | 12 | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 2.7 miles north-east |
| Thornhill | 2 | 3.1 miles north-east |
| Radyr | 1 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 3.9 miles south |
| Penarth | 2 | 4.0 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 Llandaff
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), 0.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 8.1 miles north |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 6.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llandaff at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 8,776 |
| Residents under 16 | 14.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,666 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 27.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,473 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 19 practices, more than 99% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 18th closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.8 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry, Cardiff — under a mile Crocodile Orthodontics, Rhiwbina — 3 miles Cedars Dental Cardiff, Thornhill — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 61 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 Llandaff
Llandaff has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (1.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (1.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Llandaff list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Llandaff are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llandaff
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Orthodontist in Llandaff: Before booking anything in Llandaff, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Cardiff. Llandaff — a small town with a population of around 8,776 — is covered on this page specifically.
What official data says about Llandaff
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Llandaff sits within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. 14.6% of Llandaff's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 1,666 residents in Llandaff's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff. With 19 orthodontic practices within five miles, Llandaff is better served than 99% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Llandaff sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Llandaff is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
What local practice data suggests in Llandaff
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Llandaff. The closest on record are Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, under a mile away; Crocodile Orthodontics in Rhiwbina, about 3 miles away; and Cedars Dental Cardiff in Thornhill, about 3 miles away.
Llandaff in numbers
With a population of roughly 8,776, Llandaff is a small town within Cardiff. Pontcanna is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km east of Llandaff.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Pontcanna, Birchgrove, Cathays, Grangetown Community, Maendy, and Blackweir are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The Orthodontic Journey in Llandaff
Starting orthodontic treatment in Llandaff 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llandaff
Orthodontic practices in and around Llandaff vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Llandaff is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Census data puts 14.6% of Llandaff's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 1,666 residents in Llandaff's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (19), Llandaff has more choice than 99% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Llandaff sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Llandaff is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 2 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Llandaff Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Llandaff has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Llandaff
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llandaff. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llandaff
These local links are here for anyone comparing Llandaff, Cardiff against nearby alternatives. Nearby pages covering Pontcanna, Birchgrove, Cathays, Grangetown Community, Maendy, and Blackweir may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llandaff
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llandaff often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llandaff?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llandaff is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Super Smile Dental - Canton (0.8 miles) and Cathedral Dental Clinic (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llandaff?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of Llandaff, 30 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llandaff?
The nearest practice to Llandaff that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 0.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Cathedral Orthodontics (1.1 miles) and Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (1.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llandaff, Cardiff?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llandaff, Cardiff?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.