Orthodontic practices near Llanddewi
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Llanddewi; 8 practices within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 7.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 7.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 7.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 7.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 7.3 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 7.7 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 8.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 9.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 9.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanddewi with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 7.2 miles north; the next are Bishopston (9.4 miles east) and Dunvant (9.4 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 7.2 miles north |
| Bishopston | 1 | 9.4 miles east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 9.4 miles north-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 11.0 miles east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 17.1 miles east |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 19.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llanddewi
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), 9.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 19.5 miles north |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 9.4 miles north-east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 12.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llanddewi at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swansea |
| NHS dental services | Swansea Bay 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 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,626 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 18.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 138th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 7.2 miles away, closer than 51% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 7 miles Mumbles Dental House, Bishopston — 9 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 9 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, 23 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 Llanddewi
From Llanddewi the nearest practice is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 7.2 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 23.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (7.2 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Llanddewi list clear aligners, the nearest 7.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Llanddewi are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, 7.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Llanddewi to Dr Mohammad Moinuddin 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 190 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llanddewi
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Braces and aligner options in Llanddewi
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Llanddewi, 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 City and County of Swansea, not just Llanddewi.
The local picture in Llanddewi
Llanddewi's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Llanddewi sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Llanddewi's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Llanddewi, 7.1% of the 1,626 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Llanddewi usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Llanddewi among Wales's less deprived areas.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Burry, Knelston, Scurlage, Burry Green, Pilton Green, and Landimore.
Local provider signals in Llanddewi
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Llanddewi. The nearest we do hold are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 7 miles away; Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 9 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 9 miles away.
Where Llanddewi sits locally
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Knelston, the closest linked location.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Llanddewi
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Llanddewi 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.
How to Choose in Llanddewi
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 Llanddewi practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Llanddewi
Starting orthodontic treatment in Llanddewi can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llanddewi
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Llanddewi — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Llanddewi is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. With just 13.2% of residents under 16, Llanddewi skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,626 residents in the neighbourhood around Llanddewi, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Llanddewi; the nearest is about 7 miles away. Llanddewi falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llanddewi. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llanddewi
If Llanddewi, City and County of Swansea is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. If you're still deciding, related pages for Burry, Knelston, Scurlage, Burry Green, Pilton Green, and Landimore may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llanddewi
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanddewi often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanddewi?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanddewi is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 7.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (7.3 miles) and Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanddewi?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Llanddewi, 8 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Llanelli, 7.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanddewi?
The nearest practice to Llanddewi that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, about 7.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (8.1 miles) and Mumbles Dental House (9.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanddewi, City and County of Swansea?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llanddewi, City and County of Swansea?
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.