Teeth Whitening in Middle Maes-coed at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 17.5 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 11.2 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 11.2 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 17.3 miles |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 21.1% aged 25 to 49 of 1,590 residents |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way, to St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic |
| Access within Herefordshire | 358th closest to a practice of 503 places in the county; the county median is 8.1 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.
Private practices near Middle Maes-coed
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Middle Maes-coed; 10 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 11.2 miles east. The nearest listing private treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, 11.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 11.4 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 11.5 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 11.6 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 11.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Middle Maes-coed with private practices
The closest town with private practices is Hereford, 11.2 miles east; the next are Monmouth (17.3 miles south-east) and Pontypool (21.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 11.2 miles east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 17.3 miles south-east |
| Pontypool | 1 | 21.5 miles south |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 23.6 miles south |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 24.1 miles south-west |
| Newbridge | 2 | 24.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Middle Maes-coed
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Willows Dentistry in Hereford (4.9 from 196 reviews), 11.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 11.6 miles east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 12.3 miles east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 12.3 miles east |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.9 (108 reviews) | 17.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
For a brighter smile, professional whitening is a well-evidenced, non-invasive first step. In Middle Maes-coed it is a common request, and results go well beyond what a supermarket kit can manage. Some patients whiten in one appointment; others prefer the slower, gentler take-home route.
How Tooth Colour Is Measured
The VITA guide gives whitening an objective before-and-after in Middle Maes-coed: most teeth start near A2–B3, and a course commonly achieves a 4–8 shade improvement.
Not all teeth respond equally. Intrinsic staining from tetracycline or fluorosis whitens poorly, yellow tones respond best, and grey tones least. Crowns, veneers and fillings don't change colour at all, which can create mismatches to plan around.
Teeth Whitening in Middle Maes-coed — Local Context
Professional teeth whitening in Middle Maes-coed typically costs £300–£700 for in-chair treatment, and £200–£450 for a custom take-home tray kit from a dental practice. Not every practice near Middle Maes-coed offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Census 2021 counts 1,590 residents in the neighbourhood around Middle Maes-coed: 21.1% aged 25 to 49 and 7.7% aged 16 to 24. People in Middle Maes-coed usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 11 miles away. Officially, Middle Maes-coed is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Middle Maes-coed sits close to the England average for deprivation. NHS dental commissioning in Middle Maes-coed falls under NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Middle Maes-coed is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 35 miles away. Census figures show 16.2% of the local population is under 16. 19.4% of 5-year-olds across this ICB have visible dental decay, per OHID's most recent figures. There are 110 schools and 24,851 pupils in Middle Maes-coed's Local Authority area, per DfE data. See local practice availability in Middle Maes-coed →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
Whitening Options Available in Middle Maes-coed
In-chair (laser/light-activated) whitening happens in a single visit: a strong hydrogen-peroxide gel is light-activated for immediate change, usually lifting the shade several grades in one sitting.
Take-home tray whitening involves bespoke trays and dentist-supplied gel worn over roughly a fortnight — excellent, controllable results at your own pace.
Combined whitening blends both approaches: immediate lift in the chair, then home trays to fine-tune and sustain the colour.
Over-the-counter kits are the weakest option by a wide margin — useful only for very minor upkeep, never for a real shade improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Middle Maes-coed
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Middle Maes-coed?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Middle Maes-coed is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 11.2 miles to the east. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (11.4 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (11.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Middle Maes-coed?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Middle Maes-coed, 0 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 11.2 miles away.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Middle Maes-coed?
The nearest practice to Middle Maes-coed that lists private treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 11.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include St.Owen Dental Studio (11.4 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (11.5 miles).
How deprived is Middle Maes-coed compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Middle Maes-coed is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Is Middle Maes-coed rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Middle Maes-coed falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city.
Which county covers Middle Maes-coed?
Middle Maes-coed is in Herefordshire.
Which towns are close to Middle Maes-coed?
Pen-pwll-sond, Clodock, Snodhill are within easy reach of Middle Maes-coed.
Is dentist whitening better than at-home kits?
Yes, for significant results. Dental professionals can use higher peroxide concentrations than products legally sold over the counter. They also customise treatment to your tooth shade and sensitivity level, and can address any underlying dental issues before whitening that might otherwise cause problems.
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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