Orthodontic practices near Porthkerry
On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Porthkerry, 19 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 1.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holton Dental CentreBarry | 1.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (16 reviews) |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 2.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (278 reviews) |
| The Waterfront Dental SurgeryBarry | 2.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.0 (39 reviews) |
| Castle Court Dental CareDinas Powys | 5.7 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (111 reviews) |
| Wellwood Dentistry & AestheticsPenarth | 6.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Smile Studio PenarthPenarth | 7.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (92 reviews) |
| Y Bont Faen Dental CentreCowbridge | 7.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (157 reviews) |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 7.4 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Porthkerry with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Barry, 1.5 miles east; the next are Dinas Powys (5.7 miles north-east) and Penarth (6.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Barry | 3 | 1.5 miles east |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 5.7 miles north-east |
| Penarth | 2 | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Cowbridge | 3 | 7.3 miles north-west |
| Cardiff | 12 | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Radyr | 1 | 10.3 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Porthkerry
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), 7.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 7.4 miles north-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 2.2 miles north-east |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 11.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Porthkerry at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Vale of Glamorgan |
| 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,869 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 56 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Vale of Glamorgan | 25th closest to an orthodontic practice of 99 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.5 miles away, closer than 86% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Vale of Glamorgan |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 10 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Holton Dental Centre, Barry — 2 miles Castle Court Dental Care, Dinas Powys — 6 miles Wellwood Dentistry & Aesthetics, Penarth — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 48 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | CF62 |
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 Porthkerry
Porthkerry is 1.5 miles from Holton Dental Centre in Barry, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Advance Dental Care (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (9.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Porthkerry list clear aligners, the nearest 1.5 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 Porthkerry are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, 1.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Porthkerry
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If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Rhoose, The Knap, Font-y-gary, Barry, Colcot, and Penmark.
Area profile for Porthkerry
Porthkerry — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dentistry. 16.6% of Porthkerry's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,869 residents in the neighbourhood around Porthkerry, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (3), Porthkerry has more choice than 73% of towns in Wales. Porthkerry's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Porthkerry is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 10 miles away.
About Porthkerry
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Local provider signals in Porthkerry
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Porthkerry itself. The closest on record are Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 2 miles away; Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, about 6 miles away; and Wellwood Dentistry & Aesthetics in Penarth, about 7 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Porthkerry
Many people in Porthkerry 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Porthkerry
Practices serving Porthkerry differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Porthkerry sits within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.6% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 1,869 residents in Porthkerry's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. Porthkerry has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 73% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Porthkerry among Wales's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Porthkerry is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Porthkerry
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Porthkerry has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Porthkerry — Local Context
Practices serving Porthkerry differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Porthkerry — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 16.6% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.9% of the 1,869 residents in Porthkerry's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Porthkerry is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Porthkerry among Wales's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Porthkerry is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Porthkerry itself. The nearest recorded are Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 2 miles away; Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, about 6 miles away; and Wellwood Dentistry & Aesthetics in Penarth, about 7 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Porthkerry. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Porthkerry
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Porthkerry, Vale of Glamorgan with surrounding locations. Other local pages worth browsing include Rhoose, The Knap, Font-y-gary, Barry, Colcot, and Penmark.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Porthkerry
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Porthkerry often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Porthkerry?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Porthkerry is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 1.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Advance Dental Care (2.2 miles) and The Waterfront Dental Surgery (2.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Porthkerry?
Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Porthkerry, 19 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Porthkerry?
The nearest practice to Porthkerry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Holton Dental Centre in Barry, about 1.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Advance Dental Care (2.2 miles) and Smile Studio Penarth (7.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Porthkerry, Vale of Glamorgan?
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 Porthkerry, Vale of Glamorgan?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.