Orthodontic practices near Llanrumney
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Llanrumney, 39 practices within 10 and 62 practices within 20. The closest is Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, 1.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Smile Dental - PontprennauThornhill | 1.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (73 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRECardiff | 1.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 2.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (198 reviews) |
| North Cardiff Orthodontic CentreCardiff | 2.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (99 reviews) |
| Crocodile OrthodonticsRhiwbina | 2.6 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (19 reviews) |
| Cardiff Orthodontic LaboratoryRhiwbina | 2.7 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 3.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 3.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (76 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llanrumney with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Thornhill, 1.2 miles north-west; the next are Cardiff (1.3 miles north) and Rhiwbina (2.6 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Thornhill | 2 | 1.2 miles north-west |
| Cardiff | 12 | 1.3 miles north |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 2.6 miles west |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 5.3 miles north-west |
| Radyr | 1 | 5.7 miles west |
| Penarth | 2 | 6.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llanrumney
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 5.2 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-west |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 3.0 miles west |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 2.4 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llanrumney at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 24.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,548 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 10.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 26.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,878 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 15 practices, more than 97% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 32nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 89% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 10.4% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 3 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau, Thornhill — 1 miles THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE, Cardiff — 1 miles Crocodile Orthodontics, Rhiwbina — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 39 within 10 miles, 62 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 Llanrumney
The nearest practice to Llanrumney is Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 39 practices, and within 20 there are 62.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Birchgrove Dental Practice (3 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 14 of the practices around Llanrumney list clear aligners, the nearest 2.4 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 Llanrumney are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Cardiff, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Llanrumney
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Orthodontist in Llanrumney: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Llanrumney? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Cardiff.
Local snapshot of Llanrumney
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Llanrumney Community, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Llanrumney
Llanrumney's ONS geography type is urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Llanrumney falls under Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Llanrumney skews family-heavy: 24.3% of residents are under 16, above the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Llanrumney, 10.4% of the 1,548 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, Llanrumney is better served than 97% of towns in Wales. Llanrumney's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Llanrumney is about 3 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
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Local provider signals in Llanrumney
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Llanrumney itself. The nearest recorded are Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, about a mile away; THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Cardiff, about a mile away; and Crocodile Orthodontics in Rhiwbina, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Llanrumney
The orthodontic landscape in Llanrumney offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Llanrumney
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Llanrumney
Many people in Llanrumney 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Llanrumney
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Llanrumney follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llanrumney. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llanrumney
This part of the page places Llanrumney, Cardiff in context alongside the towns and areas around it. Related nearby location pages such as Llanedeyrn Village, Llanrumney Community, Saint Mellons, Rumney, Llanedeyrn, and Pentwyn can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llanrumney
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llanrumney often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llanrumney?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llanrumney is Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, about 1.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (1.3 miles) and Cedars Dental Cardiff (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llanrumney?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Llanrumney, 39 practices within 10 miles and 62 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llanrumney?
The nearest practice to Llanrumney that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE in Cardiff, about 1.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Cedars Dental Cardiff (2.4 miles) and North Cardiff Orthodontic Centre (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llanrumney, Cardiff?
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 Llanrumney, Cardiff?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.