Orthodontic practices near Llanlleian-wen
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Llanlleian-wen, 17 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 3.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 4.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanlleian-wen with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 3.4 miles south-west; the next are Dunvant (5.2 miles south-west) and Briton Ferry (6.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Dunvant | 1 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Crynant | 1 | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 8.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llanlleian-wen
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 18.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 18.0 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 4.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llanlleian-wen 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,394 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,931 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 92% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 91st closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 3 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 5 miles Dunes Dental Care, Briton Ferry — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 26 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 Llanlleian-wen
Llanlleian-wen is 3.4 miles from Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (18 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (10.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Llanlleian-wen list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Llanlleian-wen are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llanlleian-wen
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Braces and aligner options in Llanlleian-wen
Orthodontist in Llanlleian-wen: People weighing up braces or aligners in Llanlleian-wen can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of City and County of Swansea.
Facts about Llanlleian-wen
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Llanlleian-wen in context
Llanlleian-wen is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. Census figures show 16.1% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,394 residents in Llanlleian-wen's census neighbourhood, below the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (10), Llanlleian-wen has more choice than 92% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Llanlleian-wen is roughly mid-table for Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Llanlleian-wen is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away.
Practice signals around Llanlleian-wen
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Llanlleian-wen. The nearest recorded are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 5 miles away; and Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 7 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Llanlleian-wen
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Llanlleian-wen has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Llanlleian-wen — Local Context
Not every practice near Llanlleian-wen offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Llanlleian-wen is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. 16.1% of Llanlleian-wen's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,394 residents in the neighbourhood around Llanlleian-wen, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. Llanlleian-wen has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 92% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data puts Llanlleian-wen close to the Wales median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Llanlleian-wen is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Llanlleian-wen itself. The nearest we do hold are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 5 miles away; and Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 7 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Llanlleian-wen
Many people in Llanlleian-wen delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Llanlleian-wen — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
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Areas We Cover Around Llanlleian-wen
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llanlleian-wen
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanlleian-wen often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanlleian-wen?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanlleian-wen is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Eastside Dental (4.1 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanlleian-wen?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Llanlleian-wen, 17 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanlleian-wen?
The nearest practice to Llanlleian-wen that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Eastside Dental (4.1 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (4.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanlleian-wen, City and County of Swansea?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Llanlleian-wen, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.