Orthodontic practices near Penguithal
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Penguithal, 1 practice within 10 and 14 practices within 20. The closest is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 4.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 11.7 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 12.0 miles north | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 12.1 miles north | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 12.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 12.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 12.2 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 12.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 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 Penguithal with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Monmouth, 4.8 miles south; the next are Hereford (11.7 miles north) and Chepstow (16.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Monmouth | 1 | 4.8 miles south |
| Hereford | 9 | 11.7 miles north |
| Chepstow | 1 | 16.5 miles south |
| Pontypool | 1 | 18.1 miles south-west |
| Quedgeley | 1 | 19.1 miles east |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 19.5 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 Penguithal
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 16.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 16.5 miles south |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 18.1 miles south-west |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 12.2 miles north |
| The Dentist @ TupsleyHereford | 4.9 (160 reviews) | 12.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Penguithal 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 | 15% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,804 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 21.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 4.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 39 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice |
| Access within Herefordshire | 105th closest to an orthodontic practice of 503 places in the county (the county median is 8.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.6% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in Herefordshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 30 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 | The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 5 miles St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic, Hereford — 12 miles Smile Solution Chepstow, Chepstow — 16 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 14 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 Penguithal
The nearest practice to Penguithal is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, 4.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 14.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Lodge Dental (18.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; The Dentist @ Tupsley (12.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Penguithal list clear aligners, the nearest 4.8 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 Penguithal are commissioned by NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, 11.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 30 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Penguithal
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Orthodontist in Penguithal: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Penguithal understand their options before committing to an appointment. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Herefordshire.
More local pages to browse
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Llancloudy, Welsh Newton, Welsh Newton Common, Broad Oak, Trereece, and Llangrove.
What official data says about Penguithal
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Penguithal sits within NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 15% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.6% of the 1,804 residents in Penguithal's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across Herefordshire. OHID's regional oral-health data records visible dental decay in 19.4% of local 5-year-olds. Penguithal's Local Authority area covers 110 schools and 24,851 pupils, according to DfE figures. By national deprivation ranking, Penguithal is roughly mid-table for England. The nearest university dental hospital to Penguithal is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 30 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Penguithal
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Penguithal itself. The nearest recorded are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 5 miles away; St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 12 miles away; and Smile Solution Chepstow, about 16 miles away.
Where Penguithal sits locally
Llancloudy is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-west of Penguithal.
Orthodontic Treatments in Penguithal
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Penguithal can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Penguithal offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Penguithal
Starting orthodontic treatment in Penguithal can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Penguithal — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Penguithal. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Penguithal
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Penguithal, Herefordshire within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Llancloudy, Welsh Newton, Welsh Newton Common, Broad Oak, Trereece, and Llangrove.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Penguithal
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Penguithal often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Penguithal?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Penguithal is The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 4.8 miles to the south. The next closest are St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (11.7 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (12.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Penguithal?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Penguithal, 1 practice within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Penguithal?
The nearest practice to Penguithal that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic in Hereford, about 11.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (12.2 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (12.7 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Penguithal, Herefordshire?
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 Penguithal, Herefordshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.