Orthodontic practices near Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, 2 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 4.9 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 13.6 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 13.9 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 13.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 13.9 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 14.0 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 14.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 4.9 miles west; the next are Llanelli (13.6 miles south) and Dunvant (18.1 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 4.9 miles west |
| Llanelli | 6 | 13.6 miles south |
| Dunvant | 1 | 18.1 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 18.9 miles south-east |
| Crynant | 1 | 22.0 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 22.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 4.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 4.9 miles west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 18.1 miles south-east |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 4.8 (287 reviews) | 13.9 miles south |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 4.8 (236 reviews) | 18.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda 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 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,330 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 | 8.2% aged 16 to 24 and 25.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 37 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 2 practices, more than 69% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 71st closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.9 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 5 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 14 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 18 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 10 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 Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
The nearest practice to Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 4.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 10.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (14 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili list clear aligners, the nearest 4.9 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 Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 4.9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
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Orthodontist in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Carmarthenshire.
The local picture in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 16% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, 7% of the 2,330 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili is better served than 69% of towns in Wales. Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales.
Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili in numbers
The nearest other location we cover is Nantgaredig, around 1 km to the south-east.
What local practice data suggests in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 5 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 14 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 18 miles away.
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All Orthodontic Options in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili Explained
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
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Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
Orthodontic practices in and around Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili sits within Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16% of Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 2,330 residents in the neighbourhood around Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, 7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili has 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 69% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili among Wales's less deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 4.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (4.9 miles) and Nott Sarah (13.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, 2 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili?
The nearest practice to Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 4.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (13.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (14.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, Carmarthenshire?
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 Llanfihangel-uwch-Gwili, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.