Orthodontic practices near Port Mead
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Port Mead, 20 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 0.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 0.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 2.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Sketty Road Dental PracticeSwansea | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (11 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| J JohnSwansea | 2.3 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 2.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 2.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 2.5 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 Port Mead with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 0.4 miles south-east; the next are Dunvant (2.0 miles west) and Bishopston (4.8 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 0.4 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 2.0 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 4.8 miles south |
| Llanelli | 6 | 6.3 miles west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 7.4 miles south-east |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 9.8 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 Port Mead
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), 4.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 4.8 miles south |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 2.0 miles west |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 3.0 miles south-east |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.8 (472 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Port Mead 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 23.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,746 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 37.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,341 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 28.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 12 practices, more than 94% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 6th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.4 miles away, closer than 96% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.9% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 35 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — under a mile West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 2 miles Mumbles Dental House, Bishopston — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 20 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 Port Mead
Port Mead has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 20 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (21.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (8.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Port Mead list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Port Mead are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 35 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Port Mead
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Compare orthodontic care in Port Mead
Orthodontist in Port Mead: People weighing up braces or aligners in Port Mead can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across City and County of Swansea and the surrounding area.
The local picture in Port Mead
Port Mead — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data shows a relatively family-heavy population here — 23.4% of Port Mead's residents are under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.9% of the 1,746 residents in Port Mead's census neighbourhood, above the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. With 12 orthodontic practices within five miles, Port Mead is better served than 94% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Port Mead sits among the more deprived areas of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Port Mead is about 35 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Where Port Mead sits locally
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Caer-eithin, the closest linked location.
More local pages to browse
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Cadle, Caer-eithin, Cockett, Fforest-fach, Raven Hill, and Gendros.
Useful local orthodontic context for Port Mead
There is no orthodontist on our records in Port Mead itself. The nearest recorded are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, under a mile away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2 miles away; and Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 5 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Port Mead
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Port Mead 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Port Mead runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
All Orthodontic Options in Port Mead Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Port Mead can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Port Mead
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Port Mead — 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 Port Mead. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Port Mead
This section helps connect Port Mead, City and County of Swansea to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. Other local pages worth browsing include Cadle, Caer-eithin, Cockett, Fforest-fach, Raven Hill, and Gendros.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Port Mead
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Port Mead often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Port Mead?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Port Mead is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. The next closest are West Coast Dental Care (2.0 miles) and Sketty Road Dental Practice (2.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Port Mead?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Port Mead, 20 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Port Mead?
The nearest practice to Port Mead that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 0.4 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include West Coast Dental Care (2.0 miles) and Sketty Road Dental Practice (2.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Port Mead, City and County of Swansea?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Port Mead, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.