Orthodontic practices near Llangennith
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Llangennith; 6 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 7.0 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 7.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 7.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 7.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 7.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 7.5 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 8.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 10.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 11.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llangennith with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 7.0 miles north-east; the next are Dunvant (10.9 miles east) and Bishopston (11.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 7.0 miles north-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 10.9 miles east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 11.6 miles east |
| Swansea | 10 | 12.8 miles east |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 17.7 miles north |
| Briton Ferry | 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 Llangennith
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), 11.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 11.6 miles east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 17.9 miles north |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 10.9 miles east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 14.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llangennith 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 | 135th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 7.0 miles away, closer than 52% 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 West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 11 miles Mumbles Dental House, Bishopston — 12 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 | 6 within 10 miles, 21 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 Llangennith
From Llangennith the nearest practice is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 7 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 6 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Llangennith list clear aligners, the nearest 7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Llangennith are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, 7.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Llangennith 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 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 Llangennith
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Orthodontic care near Llangennith
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Llangennith, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It is relevant to searches focused on both Llangennith and the wider City and County of Swansea area.
Nearby location pages
Related pages for Cwm Ivy, Llanmadoc, Rhossili, Burry Green, Pilton Green, and Burry are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
About Llangennith
Just around 2 km north, Cwm Ivy is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Llangennith in context
Llangennith is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Llangennith falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. With just 13.2% of residents under 16, Llangennith skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,626 residents in the neighbourhood around Llangennith, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. Llangennith has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Llangennith among Wales's less deprived areas.
Useful local orthodontic context for Llangennith
There is no orthodontist on our records in Llangennith itself. The nearest we do hold are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 7 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 11 miles away; and Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 12 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Llangennith
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Llangennith can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Llangennith — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Llangennith — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Llangennith is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. Census data puts only 13.2% of Llangennith's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Llangennith, 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 Llangennith usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Llangennith among Wales's less deprived areas. There is no orthodontist on our records in Llangennith itself. The nearest we do hold are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 7 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 11 miles away; and Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 12 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
The Orthodontic Journey in Llangennith
Orthodontic treatment in Llangennith 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Llangennith
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llangennith
Practices serving Llangennith differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. By ONS classification, Llangennith falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Swansea Bay University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Llangennith. Llangennith has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.2% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Llangennith, 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 Llangennith usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Llangennith sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llangennith. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llangennith
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Llangennith, City and County of Swansea within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Cwm Ivy, Llanmadoc, Rhossili, Burry Green, Pilton Green, and Burry.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Llangennith
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llangennith often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llangennith?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llangennith is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 7.0 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (7.1 miles) and Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (7.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llangennith?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Llangennith, 6 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Llanelli, 7.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llangennith?
The nearest practice to Llangennith that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, about 7.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (8.4 miles) and West Coast Dental Care (10.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llangennith, City and County of Swansea?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llangennith, 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.