Orthodontic practices near Pentyrch
On our practice register: 11 practices within 5 miles of Pentyrch, 35 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, 1.7 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr | 1.7 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 3.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (136 reviews) |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 4.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 4.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 4.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
| North Cardiff Orthodontic CentreCardiff | 4.7 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (99 reviews) |
| Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd | 4.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Crocodile OrthodonticsRhiwbina | 4.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (19 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pentyrch with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Radyr, 1.7 miles east; the next are Caerphilly (3.7 miles north-east) and Cardiff (4.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Radyr | 1 | 1.7 miles east |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 3.7 miles north-east |
| Cardiff | 12 | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 4.7 miles north |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 4.7 miles east |
| Thornhill | 2 | 4.9 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pentyrch
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 4.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 4.3 miles south-east |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 6.1 miles north-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 4.5 miles east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 7.9 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pentyrch at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 2,287 |
| Residents under 16 | 17.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,373 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.4% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 263 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 11 practices, more than 93% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 45th closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.7 miles away, closer than 84% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 5 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre, Radyr — 2 miles Smart Smiles, Caerphilly — 4 miles Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry, Cardiff — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 35 within 10 miles, 63 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 Pentyrch
Pentyrch is 1.7 miles from South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 35 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Birchgrove Dental Practice (4.5 miles) mentions both a free consultation and remote consultations, and 16 of the practices around Pentyrch list clear aligners, the nearest 4.3 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 Pentyrch are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, 4.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 5 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pentyrch
Cardiff12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Pentyrch
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Pentyrch, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Cardiff. Pentyrch — a small village with a population of around 2,287 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local orthodontic signals in Pentyrch
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pentyrch itself. The nearest we do hold are South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about 2 miles away; Smart Smiles in Caerphilly, about 4 miles away; and Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 4 miles away.
Pentyrch at a glance
Pentyrch has a population of around 2,287, making it a small village within Cardiff. Heading south-west for around 2 km brings you to Creigiau, the closest linked location.
Pentyrch in context
By ONS classification, Pentyrch falls under larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. 17.7% of Pentyrch's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Pentyrch, 7.5% of the 2,373 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Pentyrch has 11 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 93% of towns in Wales. Pentyrch falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pentyrch is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 5 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Capel Llanilltern, Creigiau, Efail Isaf, Gwaelod-y-garth, Rhydlafr, and Taff's Well.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Pentyrch
Many people in Pentyrch delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Pentyrch — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Pentyrch
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pentyrch has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Pentyrch
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Pentyrch — 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 Pentyrch. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pentyrch
If Pentyrch, Cardiff is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. Other local pages worth browsing include Capel Llanilltern, Creigiau, Efail Isaf, Gwaelod-y-garth, Rhydlafr, and Taff's Well.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pentyrch
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pentyrch often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pentyrch?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pentyrch is South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about 1.7 miles to the east. The next closest are Smart Smiles (3.7 miles) and Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry (4.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pentyrch?
Our register has 11 practices within 5 miles of Pentyrch, 35 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pentyrch?
The nearest practice to Pentyrch that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 4.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Parklands Dental Practice (4.5 miles) and Birchgrove Dental Practice (4.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pentyrch, Cardiff?
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 Pentyrch, Cardiff?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.