Orthodontic practices near Llanfaredd
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Llanfaredd. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 26.7 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 26.7 miles south | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 28.0 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 28.1 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 28.2 miles east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 28.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 28.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 28.3 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 28.3 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanfaredd with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 26.7 miles south; the next are Hereford (28.0 miles east) and Hirwaun (29.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 26.7 miles south |
| Hereford | 9 | 28.0 miles east |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 29.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Llanfaredd at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Powys |
| NHS dental services | Powys Teaching 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 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,209 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 | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 10 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 319th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 27 miles St.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford — 28 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 29 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 60 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 19 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 Llanfaredd
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Llanfaredd; the nearest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 26.7 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.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (29.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (28.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 6 of the practices around Llanfaredd list clear aligners, the nearest 28.1 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 Llanfaredd are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 28.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Llanfaredd to Prince Charles Hospital is roughly 60 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 690 to 1,390 miles and 20 to 40 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £310 to £625 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 420 to 690 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llanfaredd
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Llanfaredd, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Sir Powys.
What local practice data suggests in Llanfaredd
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Llanfaredd. The closest on record is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 27 miles away. Somewhere closer may exist that we do not yet hold a record for, and an online photo assessment can give you an initial view either way.
A quick look at Llanfaredd
Builth Wells is the closest neighbouring location page, around 3 km west of Llanfaredd.
The local picture in Llanfaredd
Officially, Llanfaredd is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Powys Teaching Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Llanfaredd. Llanfaredd's under-16 share sits at 15.1%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,209 residents in the neighbourhood around Llanfaredd, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Llanfaredd has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 27 miles away. Llanfaredd sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Aberedw, Builth Wells, Alltmawr, Llansaintfraed in Elvel, Llanddewi'r Cwm, and Llanbadarn-y-garreg may also help.
The Orthodontic Journey in Llanfaredd
Starting orthodontic treatment in Llanfaredd can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Llanfaredd
Treatment in Llanfaredd runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Llanfaredd
Patients in Llanfaredd have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Llanfaredd
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 Llanfaredd. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llanfaredd
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Llanfaredd, Sir Powys within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Aberedw, Builth Wells, Alltmawr, Llansaintfraed in Elvel, Llanddewi'r Cwm, and Llanbadarn-y-garreg.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llanfaredd
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanfaredd often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanfaredd?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanfaredd is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 26.7 miles to the south. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (28.0 miles) and St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (28.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanfaredd?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Llanfaredd, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 26.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanfaredd?
The nearest practice to Llanfaredd that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 28.1 miles to the east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (28.2 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (28.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanfaredd, Sir Powys?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llanfaredd, Sir Powys?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.