Orthodontic practices near Llwyncelyn
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Llwyncelyn, 17 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 4.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 4.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 5.5 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 5.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 5.8 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 5.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Llwyncelyn with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 4.3 miles south-west; the next are Dunvant (5.7 miles south-west) and Briton Ferry (8.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 4.3 miles south-west |
| Dunvant | 1 | 5.7 miles south-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 8.0 miles south-east |
| Crynant | 1 | 8.1 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 8.3 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 8.8 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Llwyncelyn
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), 18.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 18.2 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 8.8 miles south |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 19.5 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 5.7 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Llwyncelyn 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,826 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 32 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 109th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.3 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% 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 — 4 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 6 miles Dunes Dental Care, Briton Ferry — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 27 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 Llwyncelyn
Llwyncelyn is 4.3 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 27.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (18.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (10.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Llwyncelyn list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Llwyncelyn are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 4.3 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 Llwyncelyn
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Compare orthodontic care in Llwyncelyn
Orthodontist in Llwyncelyn: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Llwyncelyn. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across City and County of Swansea and the surrounding area.
Area profile for Llwyncelyn
By ONS classification, Llwyncelyn falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Llwyncelyn falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. 16.6% of Llwyncelyn's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Llwyncelyn, 7.3% of the 1,826 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. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Llwyncelyn is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data puts Llwyncelyn close to the Wales median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Llwyncelyn is about 34 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Local treatment availability around Llwyncelyn
There is no orthodontist on our records in Llwyncelyn itself. The nearest recorded are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 6 miles away; and Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 8 miles away.
Local snapshot of Llwyncelyn
Heading north-east for around 2 km brings you to Craig-cefn-parc, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
Pages for Craig-cefn-parc, Cwmrhydyceirw, Llanlleian-wen, Pant-Iasau, Pen-rhiw-forgan, and Rhyd-y-gwin follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Orthodontic Treatments in Llwyncelyn
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Llwyncelyn can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
How to Choose in Llwyncelyn
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Llwyncelyn practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Llwyncelyn
Starting orthodontic treatment in Llwyncelyn can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Llwyncelyn
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Llwyncelyn — comparing a couple is worthwhile. ONS classifies Llwyncelyn as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Llwyncelyn falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. 16.6% of Llwyncelyn's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 1,826 residents in Llwyncelyn's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Llwyncelyn is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data puts Llwyncelyn close to the Wales median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Llwyncelyn is about 34 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Llwyncelyn. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Llwyncelyn
These local links are here for anyone comparing Llwyncelyn, City and County of Swansea against nearby alternatives. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Craig-cefn-parc, Cwmrhydyceirw, Llanlleian-wen, Pant-Iasau, Pen-rhiw-forgan, and Rhyd-y-gwin.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Llwyncelyn
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Llwyncelyn often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Llwyncelyn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Llwyncelyn is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Eastside Dental (5.5 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (5.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Llwyncelyn?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Llwyncelyn, 17 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Llwyncelyn?
The nearest practice to Llwyncelyn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Eastside Dental (5.5 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Llwyncelyn, City and County of Swansea?
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 Llwyncelyn, 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.