Orthodontic practices near Pembroke
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Pembroke. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 28.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 28.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 28.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Pembroke at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Pembrokeshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 7,552 |
| Residents under 16 | 11.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,405 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 19.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 323 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Pembrokeshire | 184th closest to an orthodontic practice of 329 places in the county (the county median is 27.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.3% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Pembrokeshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 29 miles Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 32 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 38 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 65 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
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 Pembroke
Pembroke is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 28.8 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 2 of the practices around Pembroke list clear aligners, the nearest 28.8 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 Pembroke are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 28.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pembroke to Capel Dental Care is roughly 65 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 750 to 1,500 miles and 22 to 43 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £340 to £675 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 450 to 750 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pembroke
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Orthodontist in Pembroke: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Pembroke, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It connects local orthodontic research in Pembroke with the wider Pembrokeshire area. Pembroke — a small town with a population of around 7,552 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Pembroke
Pembroke is classified as larger rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Census data puts only 11.6% of Pembroke's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Pembroke, 5.3% of the 2,405 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Pembroke usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 29 miles away. Pembroke's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales.
Local provider signals in Pembroke
There is no orthodontist on our records in Pembroke itself. The nearest we do hold is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 29 miles away. Somewhere closer may exist that we do not yet hold a record for, and an online photo assessment can give you an initial view either way.
Local context for Pembroke
With a population of roughly 7,552, Pembroke is a small town within Pembrokeshire. Just under 1 km east, Merlin's Cross is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Merlin's Cross, Orange Gardens, Maiden Wells, Llanion, Cosheston, and Pembroke Dock if you are weighing up more than one location.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Pembroke
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Pembroke helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Pembroke — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pembroke
The orthodontic landscape in Pembroke offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Pembroke
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Pembroke — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pembroke. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pembroke
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Pembroke, Pembrokeshire within a broader nearby area. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Merlin's Cross, Orange Gardens, Maiden Wells, Llanion, Cosheston, and Pembroke Dock.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Pembroke
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pembroke often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pembroke?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pembroke is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 28.8 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (28.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pembroke?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pembroke, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 28.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pembroke?
The nearest practice to Pembroke that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 28.8 miles to the north-east.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pembroke, Pembrokeshire?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pembroke, Pembrokeshire?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.