Orthodontic practices near Penllergaer
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Penllergaer, 19 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2.0 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 2.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 2.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| J JohnSwansea | 4.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Sketty Road Dental PracticeSwansea | 4.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (11 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 4.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 4.2 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 4.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Penllergaer with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunvant, 2.0 miles south; the next are Swansea (2.3 miles south-east) and Llanelli (4.8 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dunvant | 1 | 2.0 miles south |
| Swansea | 10 | 2.3 miles south-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 4.8 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 6.1 miles south |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 9.2 miles south-east |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 11.6 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Penllergaer
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 6.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 6.1 miles south |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 18.2 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 2.0 miles south |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Penllergaer 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 21.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,262 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 34.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 487 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 28.1% 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 | 62nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.0 miles away, closer than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.8% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 37 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 2 miles Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 2 miles Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care), Llanelli — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 25 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 Penllergaer
The nearest practice to Penllergaer is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (22 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (6.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Penllergaer list clear aligners, the nearest 2 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 Penllergaer are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Penllergaer
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Local context for Penllergaer
Just around 1 km north-east, Tircoed is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Penllergaer
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Penllergaer. The nearest we do hold are West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2 miles away; Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 2 miles away; and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 5 miles away.
Penllergaer in context
Penllergaer's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Swansea Bay University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Penllergaer. Census data puts 21.8% of Penllergaer's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,262 residents in the neighbourhood around Penllergaer, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. With 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, Penllergaer is better served than 92% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Penllergaer among Wales's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Penllergaer is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Penllergaer
Many people in Penllergaer delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Penllergaer
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Penllergaer
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Areas We Cover Around Penllergaer
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Frequently Asked Questions in Penllergaer
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Penllergaer often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Penllergaer?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Penllergaer is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2.0 miles to the south. The next closest are Ravenhill Dental Care (2.3 miles) and J John (4.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Penllergaer?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Penllergaer, 19 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Penllergaer?
The nearest practice to Penllergaer that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Ravenhill Dental Care (2.3 miles) and Sketty Road Dental Practice (4.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Penllergaer, City and County of Swansea?
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 Penllergaer, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.