Orthodontic practices near Llanfaethlu
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Llanfaethlu; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 18.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 18.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 29.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 29.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanfaethlu with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 18.6 miles south-east; the next are Llandudno (29.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 18.6 miles south-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 29.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Llanfaethlu at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,605 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 23.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 45 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 117th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 19 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 29 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 33 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Valley Dental Practice — 5 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 Llanfaethlu
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Llanfaethlu; the nearest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 18.6 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (18.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 1 of the practices around Llanfaethlu list clear aligners, the nearest 18.6 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 Llanfaethlu are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Llanfaethlu to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 40 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 480 to 970 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £215 to £435 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 290 to 480 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llanfaethlu
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Llanfaethlu, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Anglesey.
Local provider signals in Llanfaethlu
There is no orthodontist on our records in Llanfaethlu itself. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 19 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 29 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 33 miles away.
Llanfaethlu in context
Officially, Llanfaethlu is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Llanfaethlu. Census data puts 15.9% of Llanfaethlu's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,605 residents in the neighbourhood around Llanfaethlu, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Anglesey. Llanfaethlu has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 19 miles away. Llanfaethlu sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
Facts about Llanfaethlu
Just around 2 km north, Rhyd-wyn is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Nearby location pages
Pages for Rhyd-wyn, Llanfwrog, Llanrhuddlad, Llanrhyddlad, Porth Swtan, and Llanfugail follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Orthodontic Treatments in Llanfaethlu
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Llanfaethlu can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Llanfaethlu
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Llanfaethlu — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Llanfaethlu
Orthodontic treatment in Llanfaethlu is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llanfaethlu
No orthodontic practice covers Llanfaethlu directly, though Valley Dental Practice (about 5 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Llanfaethlu sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15.9% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Llanfaethlu, 7% of the 1,605 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Llanfaethlu usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 19 miles away. Llanfaethlu sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llanfaethlu. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llanfaethlu
This part of the page places Llanfaethlu, Anglesey in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Rhyd-wyn, Llanfwrog, Llanrhuddlad, Llanrhyddlad, Porth Swtan, and Llanfugail may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llanfaethlu
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanfaethlu often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanfaethlu?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanfaethlu is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 18.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (29.0 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (29.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanfaethlu?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Llanfaethlu, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 18.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanfaethlu?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanfaethlu, Anglesey?
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 Llanfaethlu, Anglesey?
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.