Orthodontic practices near Pont-Faen
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Pont-Faen; 6 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, 5.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski DentystaOswestry | 5.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (103 reviews) |
| Ruabon Road Dental PracticeWrexham | 8.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,255 reviews) |
| Dant Y Coed Dental PracticeRhosllannerchrugog | 8.4 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (84 reviews) |
| Ramada Plaza by Wyndham WrexhamWrexham | 8.6 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (1,133 reviews) |
| Wrexham Dental WorksWrexham | 8.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (162 reviews) |
| Signature SmilesWrexham | 10.0 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (32 reviews) |
| Cambria Dental PracticePenyffordd | 15.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (54 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 16.6 miles north | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pont-Faen with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Oswestry, 5.3 miles south; the next are Wrexham (8.1 miles north) and Rhosllannerchrugog (8.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Oswestry | 1 | 5.3 miles south |
| Wrexham | 4 | 8.1 miles north |
| Rhosllannerchrugog | 1 | 8.4 miles north |
| Penyffordd | 1 | 15.2 miles north |
| Mold | 3 | 16.6 miles north |
| Chester | 8 | 17.5 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pont-Faen
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Art of Dental Care Chester (5.0 from 75 reviews), 19.6 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Art of Dental Care ChesterChester | 5.0 (75 reviews) | 19.6 miles north |
| Masters OrthodonticsChester | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 19.6 miles north |
| DENTOLOGICUM - Centre of Modern DentistryChester | 5.0 (31 reviews) | 17.5 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 19.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pont-Faen at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Wrexham |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 18% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,973 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 27.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 146 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Shropshire | 223rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 709 places in the county (the county median is 7.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.3 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Shropshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 33 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) — 2.3 miles The Marches School — 5.3 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 703 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 5 miles Ruabon Road Dental Practice, Wrexham — 8 miles Dant Y Coed Dental Practice, Rhosllannerchrugog — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 24 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 Pont-Faen
The nearest practice to Pont-Faen is Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, 5.3 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Wrexham Dental Works (8.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Masters Orthodontics (19.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Pont-Faen list clear aligners, the nearest 8.1 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 Pont-Faen are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, 8.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 33 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pont-Faen to Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 17.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pont-Faen
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Area profile for Pont-Faen
Pont-Faen — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 18% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,973 residents in the neighbourhood around Pont-Faen, 7.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire. Pont-Faen has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Pont-Faen are St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) (2.3 miles) and The Marches School (5.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Pont-Faen sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Pont-Faen is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
What local practice data suggests in Pont-Faen
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Pont-Faen. The closest on record are Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 5 miles away; Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 8 miles away; and Dant Y Coed Dental Practice in Rhosllannerchrugog, about 8 miles away.
A quick look at Pont-Faen
The nearest other location we cover is Chirk, around 1 km to the north-east.
The Orthodontic Journey in Pont-Faen
Starting orthodontic treatment in Pont-Faen can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Pont-Faen
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Pont-Faen
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Pont-Faen. Pont-Faen is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census figures show 18% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Pont-Faen, 7.1% of the 1,973 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Pont-Faen has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. Families in Pont-Faen are served by secondary schools including St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) (2.3 miles) and The Marches School (5.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Pont-Faen close to the Wales median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pont-Faen is Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 33 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Pont-Faen
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Pont-Faen has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Treatment Options in Pont-Faen — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Pont-Faen. ONS classifies Pont-Faen as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. 18% of Pont-Faen's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Pont-Faen, 7.1% of the 1,973 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.3% average across Shropshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Pont-Faen has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. Families in Pont-Faen are served by secondary schools including St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) (2.3 miles) and The Marches School (5.3 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. By national deprivation ranking, Pont-Faen is roughly mid-table for Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pont-Faen is Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 33 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pont-Faen itself. The nearest we do hold are Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 5 miles away; Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 8 miles away; and Dant Y Coed Dental Practice in Rhosllannerchrugog, about 8 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pont-Faen. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pont-Faen
This part of the page places Pont-Faen, Shropshire in context alongside the towns and areas around it. This page links onward to Chirk, Wern, Weston Rhyn, Bronygarth, Chirk Green, and Preesgweene for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pont-Faen
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pont-Faen often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pont-Faen?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pont-Faen is Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta in Oswestry, about 5.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Ruabon Road Dental Practice (8.1 miles) and Dant Y Coed Dental Practice (8.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pont-Faen?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pont-Faen, 6 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Oswestry, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pont-Faen?
The nearest practice to Pont-Faen that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham, about 8.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Wrexham Dental Works (8.7 miles) and Signature Smiles (10.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pont-Faen, Shropshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Pont-Faen, Shropshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.