Orthodontic practices near Maesygwartha
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Maesygwartha; 1 practice within 10 and 32 practices within 20. The closest is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 10.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 10.0 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 10.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 10.8 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (564 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 11.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental CareCwmbran | 12.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental SpaCwmbran | 12.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (112 reviews) |
| Goodwin Dental PracticeCwmbran | 12.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 12.4 miles west | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Maesygwartha with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pontypool, 10.0 miles south-east; the next are Newbridge (10.8 miles south) and Blackwood (11.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pontypool | 1 | 10.0 miles south-east |
| Newbridge | 2 | 10.8 miles south |
| Blackwood | 1 | 11.3 miles south |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 12.0 miles south |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 12.4 miles west |
| Hengoed | 1 | 13.4 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Maesygwartha
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 west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 18.0 miles west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 15.6 miles south |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 5.0 (136 reviews) | 18.2 miles south |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 10.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Maesygwartha at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Monmouthshire |
| NHS dental services | Aneurin Bevan 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 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,600 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.9% aged 16 to 24 and 20.9% 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 | 417 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Monmouthshire | 151st closest to an orthodontic practice of 170 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.1% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Monmouthshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lodge Dental, Pontypool — 10 miles Bridge Orthodontics, Newbridge — 11 miles Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre, Blackwood — 11 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 32 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 Maesygwartha
From Maesygwartha the nearest practice is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 10 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 32.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Dental (10 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (11.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Maesygwartha list clear aligners, the nearest 10 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 Maesygwartha are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 10 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Maesygwartha to Lodge Dental is roughly 20 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 260 to 520 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £115 to £235 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 260 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 Maesygwartha
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Orthodontist in Maesygwartha: People weighing up braces or aligners in Maesygwartha can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It connects local orthodontic research in Maesygwartha with the wider Monmouthshire area.
Area profile for Maesygwartha
ONS classifies Maesygwartha as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Maesygwartha. With just 13.9% of residents under 16, Maesygwartha skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.1% of the 1,600 residents in Maesygwartha's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Monmouthshire. Maesygwartha has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 10 miles away. Maesygwartha falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Maesygwartha is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 22 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Maesygwartha
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Twyn Wenallt, the closest linked location.
Useful local orthodontic context for Maesygwartha
There is no orthodontist on our records in Maesygwartha itself. The nearest we do hold are Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 10 miles away; Bridge Orthodontics in Newbridge, about 11 miles away; and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 11 miles away.
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Maesygwartha
Orthodontic treatment in Maesygwartha is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Maesygwartha — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Maesygwartha
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Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Maesygwartha
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Maesygwartha. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Maesygwartha
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Frequently Asked Questions in Maesygwartha
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Maesygwartha often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Maesygwartha?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Maesygwartha is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 10.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Bridge Orthodontics (10.8 miles) and Bridge Dental Care (10.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Maesygwartha?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Maesygwartha, 1 practice within 10 miles and 32 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Pontypool, 10.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Maesygwartha?
The nearest practice to Maesygwartha that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 10.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Bridge Orthodontics (10.8 miles) and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (11.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Maesygwartha, Monmouthshire?
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 Maesygwartha, Monmouthshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.