Orthodontic practices near Pen-rhiw-forgan
On our practice register: 10 practices within 5 miles of Pen-rhiw-forgan, 17 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 3.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 3.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.1 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 4.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 4.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pen-rhiw-forgan with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 3.4 miles south-west; the next are Dunvant (5.2 miles south-west) and Briton Ferry (6.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 3.4 miles south-west |
| Dunvant | 1 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 6.7 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Crynant | 1 | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 8.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pen-rhiw-forgan
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 east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 18.0 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 4.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pen-rhiw-forgan at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Swansea |
| NHS dental services | Swansea Bay University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,394 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.1% aged 16 to 24 and 30.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,931 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 92% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 91st closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 3 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 5 miles Dunes Dental Care, Briton Ferry — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 17 within 10 miles, 26 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-rhiw-forgan
Pen-rhiw-forgan is 3.4 miles from Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 17 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (18 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (10.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Pen-rhiw-forgan list clear aligners, the nearest 3.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pen-rhiw-forgan are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 3.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pen-rhiw-forgan
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Local orthodontic treatment in Pen-rhiw-forgan
Orthodontist in Pen-rhiw-forgan: People weighing up braces or aligners in Pen-rhiw-forgan can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is relevant to searches focused on both Pen-rhiw-forgan and the wider City and County of Swansea area.
Local context for Pen-rhiw-forgan
The nearest other location we cover is Cwmrhydyceirw, under 1 km to the north.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Cwmrhydyceirw, Llanlleian-wen, Ynysforgan, Cwm-felin-fâch, Morriston, and Ynystawe may also help.
What official data says about Pen-rhiw-forgan
Pen-rhiw-forgan is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. Census figures show 16.1% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Pen-rhiw-forgan, 6.2% of the 1,394 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pen-rhiw-forgan is better served than 92% of towns in Wales. Pen-rhiw-forgan sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Pen-rhiw-forgan is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local treatment availability around Pen-rhiw-forgan
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pen-rhiw-forgan itself. The nearest we do hold are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 5 miles away; and Dunes Dental Care in Briton Ferry, about 7 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Pen-rhiw-forgan
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Pen-rhiw-forgan can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Pen-rhiw-forgan
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Pen-rhiw-forgan
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Pen-rhiw-forgan helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Pen-rhiw-forgan runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pen-rhiw-forgan. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pen-rhiw-forgan
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pen-rhiw-forgan
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pen-rhiw-forgan often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pen-rhiw-forgan?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pen-rhiw-forgan is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Eastside Dental (4.1 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (4.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pen-rhiw-forgan?
Our register has 10 practices within 5 miles of Pen-rhiw-forgan, 17 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pen-rhiw-forgan?
The nearest practice to Pen-rhiw-forgan that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 3.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Eastside Dental (4.1 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (4.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pen-rhiw-forgan, City and County of Swansea?
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 Pen-rhiw-forgan, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.