Costs in Llong at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Grosvenor Orthodontics, Mold — 1.7 miles; 19 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, Mold — 2.1 miles; 8 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 4 within 5 miles, 19 within 10, 56 within 20 |
| Adults locally | 9.4% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 of 2,124 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Access within County of Flintshire | 28th closest to a practice of 129 places in the county; the county median is 2.9 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Llong that list payment plans
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Llong, 19 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Grosvenor Orthodontics in Mold, 1.7 miles north-west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, 2.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 1.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | – |
| Grosvenor Place Dental PracticeMold | 1.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.2 (12 reviews) |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 2.1 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Cambria Dental PracticePenyffordd | 2.7 miles east | – | ✓ | – | 4.8 (54 reviews) |
| Greenacre OrthodonticsDeeside | 5.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.9 (471 reviews) |
| Smilebay In Connah's QuayDeeside | 5.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | – | 4.7 (95 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llong with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Mold, 1.7 miles north-west; the next are Penyffordd (2.7 miles east) and Deeside (5.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Mold | 3 | 1.7 miles north-west |
| Penyffordd | 1 | 2.7 miles east |
| Deeside | 2 | 5.1 miles north-east |
| Wrexham | 4 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Rhosllannerchrugog | 1 | 7.0 miles south |
| Chester | 9 | 8.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llong
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Buckle Advanced Dental Care in Bebington (5.0 from 144 reviews), 12.2 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buckle Advanced Dental CareBebington | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 12.2 miles north |
| The Sandstone Dental PracticeHeswall | 5.0 (144 reviews) | 12.2 miles north |
| Sunlight Dental PracticeNew Ferry | 5.0 (114 reviews) | 15.0 miles north |
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Llong, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Grosvenor Orthodontics, the nearest practice on our register (1.7 miles away, about 2.2 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £40 | £1,520 to £3,540 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £40 | £2,020 to £4,540 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £20 to £40 | £4,020 to £8,040 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £10 to £20 | £1,510 to £5,520 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £10 to £20 | £2,510 to £5,520 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Llong
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Wrexham Dental Works (8.1 miles) | Overleigh Orthodontics (9.3 miles); Masters Orthodontics (9.4 miles) | 6 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, Mold (2.1 miles) | Dant Y Coed Dental Practice (7 miles); DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern Dentistry (8.7 miles) | 12 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, Mold (2.1 miles) | Greenacre Orthodontics (5.1 miles); Signature Smiles (6.7 miles) | 16 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Grosvenor Orthodontics, Mold (1.7 miles) | Grosvenor Place Dental Practice (1.7 miles); Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (2.1 miles) | 30 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Bryn Siriol Dental Practice, Mold (2.1 miles) | Cambria Dental Practice (2.7 miles); Greenacre Orthodontics (5.1 miles) | 21 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Greenacre Orthodontics, Deeside (5.1 miles) | Wrexham Dental Works (8.1 miles); DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern Dentistry (8.7 miles) | 12 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Llong. What's included in a quote matters as much as the headline figure when you compare providers. This guide sets out typical fees, what affects them, and how payment plans spread the cost.
What Each Treatment Costs in Llong
Here's how private treatment costs typically stack up in Llong:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Llong. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Llong — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Llong
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Llong usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
What's available in Llong depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Llong is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Llong's under-16 share sits at 18%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Llong, 7.1% of the 2,124 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across County of Flintshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Llong has 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 79% of towns in Wales. Llong sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Llong is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 19 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Llong → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Llong
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Llong offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Affordable clear aligners in Llong
Affordable clear aligner options in Llong genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. A photo assessment first tells you whether a budget option even suits your case.
Value Without Cutting Corners in Llong
Good value in Llong comes from comparing like with like. Get an early sense of your case complexity first; that context is what lets you judge whether a low quote is a bargain or a false economy.
Clear aligner cost in Llong
What you pay for clear aligners in Llong reflects the case, not just the brand. The main drivers are treatment complexity, the aligner brand, the provider's experience, and what the fee actually includes. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
Why Aligner Quotes Vary in Llong
Case complexity is the single biggest driver. A mild case of 14–20 trays costs far less than a full-arch case needing 40+ trays and an extended refinement phase. Complexity is judged at examination, but a remote assessment gives an early indication.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Llong
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llong?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llong is Grosvenor Orthodontics in Mold, about 1.7 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Grosvenor Place Dental Practice (1.7 miles) and Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llong?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Llong, 19 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Llong offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Llong that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 2.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Dant Y Coed Dental Practice (7.0 miles) and DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern Dentistry (8.7 miles).
Is Llong a family area?
Census data puts 18% of Llong's population at under 16.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Llong?
Llong sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning.
Is Llong rural or urban?
ONS classifies Llong as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Llong compared with the rest of Wales?
By the national deprivation index, Llong is close to the Wales average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How does case complexity affect cost?
More complex cases need more clinical time, more visits, and sometimes extra procedures like extractions — a mild spacing case costs a lot less than a complex overbite correction. Confirm the quote actually covers your full case, not just a simple scenario.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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