Orthodontic practices near Pen-pwll-sond
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Pen-pwll-sond; 11 practices within 20. The closest is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 13.5 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 13.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 13.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 13.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 13.9 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 14.0 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 14.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 14.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 14.6 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (160 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pen-pwll-sond with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 13.5 miles north-east; the next are Monmouth (16.2 miles south-east) and Pontypool (18.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 9 | 13.5 miles north-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 16.2 miles south-east |
| Pontypool | 1 | 18.7 miles south |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 20.8 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 21.3 miles south |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 21.3 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 Pen-pwll-sond
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Lodge Dental in Pontypool (5.0 from 89 reviews), 18.7 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 18.7 miles south |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 13.9 miles north-east |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 14.6 miles north-east |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 4.9 (146 reviews) | 14.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pen-pwll-sond at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Herefordshire, County of |
| NHS dental services | NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,590 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 21.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 13 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Herefordshire | 412th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.1% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 32 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Fairfield High School — 5.7 miles |
| Schools in council area | 110 schools, 24,851 pupils (DfE) |
| 5-year-olds with visible decay | 19.4% across the local ICB (OHID) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 14 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 16 miles Lodge Dental, Pontypool — 19 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 11 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 Pen-pwll-sond
From Pen-pwll-sond the nearest practice is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 13.5 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. 11 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Lodge Dental (18.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (13.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Pen-pwll-sond list clear aligners, the nearest 13.5 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 Pen-pwll-sond are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 13.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 32 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pen-pwll-sond to St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic is roughly 30 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 350 to 700 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £315 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 350 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pen-pwll-sond
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Area profile for Pen-pwll-sond
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Pen-pwll-sond sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.2% of Pen-pwll-sond's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.1% of the 1,590 residents in Pen-pwll-sond's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. Pen-pwll-sond has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 14 miles away. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Families in Pen-pwll-sond are served by secondary schools including Fairfield High School (5.7 miles). Pen-pwll-sond's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Pen-pwll-sond is roughly mid-table for England. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pen-pwll-sond is about 32 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Practice signals around Pen-pwll-sond
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pen-pwll-sond itself. The nearest we do hold are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 14 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 16 miles away; and Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 19 miles away.
Local context for Pen-pwll-sond
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Llanveynoe, the closest linked location.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Pen-pwll-sond
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pen-pwll-sond
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How to Choose in Pen-pwll-sond
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 Pen-pwll-sond practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pen-pwll-sond. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pen-pwll-sond
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pen-pwll-sond often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pen-pwll-sond?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pen-pwll-sond is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 13.5 miles to the north-east. The next closest are St.Owen Dental Studio (13.7 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (13.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pen-pwll-sond?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pen-pwll-sond, 0 practices within 10 miles and 11 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 13.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pen-pwll-sond?
The nearest practice to Pen-pwll-sond that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 13.5 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (13.9 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (14.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pen-pwll-sond, Herefordshire?
Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pen-pwll-sond, Herefordshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.