Orthodontic practices near Old Colwyn
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Old Colwyn, 7 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, 1.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 1.7 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 1.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 2.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 6.1 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 6.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 8.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 8.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 10.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Old Colwyn with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colwyn Bay, 1.7 miles west; the next are Llandudno (6.1 miles west) and Bodelwyddan (8.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 1.7 miles west |
| Llandudno | 2 | 6.1 miles west |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 8.1 miles east |
| Rhyl | 1 | 8.6 miles east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 10.1 miles east |
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 18.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Old Colwyn
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 6.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 6.1 miles west |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 4.9 (119 reviews) | 8.6 miles east |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 1.7 miles west |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 4.7 (56 reviews) | 10.1 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Old Colwyn at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Conwy |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 19.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,502 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 28.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 20.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,031 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Conwy | 16th closest to an orthodontic practice of 115 places in the county (the county median is 6.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Conwy |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 31 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Care, Colwyn Bay — 2 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 6 miles Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 7 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | LL29 |
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 Old Colwyn
The nearest practice to Old Colwyn is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, 1.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 7 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (18.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Lakeside Orthodontics (21.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Old Colwyn list clear aligners, the nearest 1.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Old Colwyn are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 8.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Old Colwyn
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Orthodontist in Old Colwyn: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Old Colwyn keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Conwy and the surrounding area.
Continue your local research
Related pages for Tan-y-Lan, Penmaen Rhôs, Llanelian-yn-Rhôs, Llysfaen, Mynydd Marian, and Dolwen are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Old Colwyn at a glance
Just under 1 km north, Tan-y-Lan is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local treatment availability around Old Colwyn
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Old Colwyn. The nearest recorded are Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 2 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 6 miles away; and Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 8 miles away.
Area profile for Old Colwyn
Old Colwyn is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Old Colwyn's under-16 share sits at 19.2%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 1,502 residents in Old Colwyn's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Conwy. Old Colwyn has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 73% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data puts Old Colwyn close to the Wales median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Old Colwyn is about 31 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool.
Orthodontic Treatments in Old Colwyn
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Old Colwyn can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Old Colwyn — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Old Colwyn vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Old Colwyn is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. 19.2% of Old Colwyn's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,502 residents in the neighbourhood around Old Colwyn, 6.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Conwy. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Old Colwyn is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. Old Colwyn sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Old Colwyn is about 31 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Old Colwyn. The nearest we do hold are Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 2 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 6 miles away; and Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 8 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Old Colwyn
Starting orthodontic treatment in Old Colwyn can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Old Colwyn
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Old Colwyn — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Old Colwyn. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Old Colwyn
These local links are here for anyone comparing Old Colwyn, Conwy against nearby alternatives. You can keep exploring with related pages for Tan-y-Lan, Penmaen Rhôs, Llanelian-yn-Rhôs, Llysfaen, Mynydd Marian, and Dolwen.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Old Colwyn
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Old Colwyn often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Old Colwyn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Old Colwyn is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 1.7 miles to the west. The next closest are The Bay Orthodontics (1.7 miles) and Clytha Clinic (2.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Old Colwyn?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Old Colwyn, 7 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Old Colwyn?
The nearest practice to Old Colwyn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 8.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Lakeside Orthodontics (21.5 miles) and Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (23.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Old Colwyn, Conwy?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Old Colwyn, Conwy?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.