Orthodontic practices near Llanedeyrn
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Llanedeyrn, 38 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, 1.9 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 1.9 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (76 reviews) |
| Super Smile Dental - PontprennauThornhill | 1.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (73 reviews) |
| North Cardiff Orthodontic CentreCardiff | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (99 reviews) |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 2.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (198 reviews) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 2.1 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
| Park Place Dental PracticeCardiff | 2.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (775 reviews) |
| Crocodile OrthodonticsRhiwbina | 2.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (19 reviews) |
| Cardiff Orthodontic LaboratoryRhiwbina | 2.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanedeyrn with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cardiff, 1.9 miles south-west; the next are Thornhill (1.9 miles north) and Rhiwbina (2.1 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff | 12 | 1.9 miles south-west |
| Thornhill | 2 | 1.9 miles north |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 2.1 miles north-west |
| Radyr | 1 | 5.1 miles west |
| Penarth | 2 | 5.2 miles south |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 5.4 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 Llanedeyrn
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), 4.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 4.1 miles south-west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 7.6 miles north-west |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 2.1 miles west |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 2.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llanedeyrn 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 26.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,832 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 11.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.9% aged 16 to 24 and 36% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 38.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,849 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 98% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 47th closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.9 miles away, closer than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 11.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Andrew Thomas Dental Care, Cardiff — 2 miles Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau, Thornhill — 2 miles Crocodile Orthodontics, Rhiwbina — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 38 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | CF23 |
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 Llanedeyrn
Llanedeyrn is 1.9 miles from Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 38 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Birchgrove Dental Practice (2.1 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Llanedeyrn list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Llanedeyrn are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, 1.9 miles 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 Llanedeyrn
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Orthodontist in Llanedeyrn: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Llanedeyrn. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Cardiff.
Llanedeyrn in context
Llanedeyrn — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dentistry. With 26.3% of residents under 16, Llanedeyrn has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 11.5% of the 1,832 residents in Llanedeyrn's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff. Llanedeyrn has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in Wales. Llanedeyrn's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Llanedeyrn is about 2 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Useful local orthodontic context for Llanedeyrn
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Llanedeyrn. The closest on record are Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 2 miles away; Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, about 2 miles away; and Crocodile Orthodontics in Rhiwbina, about 2 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Cyncoed, Pen-y-lan, Pentwyn, Llanrumney, Tremorfa, and Llanedeyrn Village.
Local snapshot of Llanedeyrn
Heading north-west for around 1 km brings you to Cyncoed, the closest linked location.
All Orthodontic Options in Llanedeyrn Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Llanedeyrn has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Llanedeyrn offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
The Orthodontic Journey in Llanedeyrn
Many people in Llanedeyrn delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Llanedeyrn
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llanedeyrn
Practices serving Llanedeyrn differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Officially, Llanedeyrn is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Llanedeyrn falls under Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. With 26.3% of residents under 16, Llanedeyrn has an above-average share of children. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 11.5% of the 1,832 residents in Llanedeyrn's census neighbourhood, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff. Llanedeyrn has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Llanedeyrn among Wales's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Llanedeyrn is about 2 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llanedeyrn. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llanedeyrn
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Llanedeyrn, Cardiff with surrounding locations. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Cyncoed, Pen-y-lan, Pentwyn, Llanrumney, Tremorfa, and Llanedeyrn Village.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Llanedeyrn
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanedeyrn often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanedeyrn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanedeyrn is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 1.9 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau (1.9 miles) and North Cardiff Orthodontic Centre (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanedeyrn?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Llanedeyrn, 38 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanedeyrn?
The nearest practice to Llanedeyrn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 1.9 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include North Cardiff Orthodontic Centre (2.0 miles) and Cedars Dental Cardiff (2.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanedeyrn, Cardiff?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llanedeyrn, Cardiff?
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.