Orthodontic practices near Pwll-Mawr
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Pwll-Mawr, 36 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, 2.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Thomas Dental CareCardiff | 2.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (76 reviews) |
| Cardiff Bay DentalCardiff | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (33 reviews) |
| Park Place Dental PracticeCardiff | 2.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (775 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRECardiff | 2.7 miles north | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Super Smile Dental - PontprennauThornhill | 2.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (73 reviews) |
| Cathedral OrthodonticsCardiff | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (51 reviews) |
| Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial AestheticsCardiff | 3.4 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 3.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (198 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pwll-Mawr with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cardiff, 2.3 miles south-west; the next are Thornhill (2.7 miles north) and Rhiwbina (3.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff | 12 | 2.3 miles south-west |
| Thornhill | 2 | 2.7 miles north |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Penarth | 2 | 5.0 miles south-west |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 6.0 miles south-west |
| Radyr | 1 | 6.5 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pwll-Mawr
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), 5.1 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 5.1 miles west |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 8.8 miles north-west |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 3.5 miles west |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 3.4 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pwll-Mawr 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,289 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 760 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 98% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 50th closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.3 miles away, closer than 79% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 3 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Andrew Thomas Dental Care, Cardiff — 2 miles Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau, Thornhill — 3 miles Crocodile Orthodontics, Rhiwbina — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 36 within 10 miles, 60 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 Pwll-Mawr
The nearest practice to Pwll-Mawr is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, 2.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 36 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (3.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (3.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Pwll-Mawr list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pwll-Mawr are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, 2.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pwll-Mawr
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Orthodontist in Pwll-Mawr: Before booking anything in Pwll-Mawr, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Cardiff, not just Pwll-Mawr.
What local practice data suggests in Pwll-Mawr
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pwll-Mawr itself. The nearest we do hold are Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 2 miles away; Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, about 3 miles away; and Crocodile Orthodontics in Rhiwbina, about 4 miles away.
What official data says about Pwll-Mawr
ONS classifies Pwll-Mawr as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. 15.4% of Pwll-Mawr's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.3% of the 1,289 residents in Pwll-Mawr's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.1% average across Cardiff. With 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, Pwll-Mawr is better served than 98% of towns in Wales. Pwll-Mawr's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Pwll-Mawr is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Rumney, Llanrumney Community, Saint Mellons, Llanrumney, Pengam, and Splot.
Local context for Pwll-Mawr
Heading north for around 1 km brings you to Rumney, the closest linked location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Pwll-Mawr
Patients in Pwll-Mawr have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Pwll-Mawr — Local Context
Provision in Pwll-Mawr varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Pwll-Mawr sits within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Pwll-Mawr's under-16 share sits at 15.4%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Pwll-Mawr, 6.3% of the 1,289 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.1% average across Cardiff, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (16), Pwll-Mawr has more choice than 98% of towns in Wales. Pwll-Mawr falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Pwll-Mawr is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Pwll-Mawr itself. The nearest we do hold are Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 2 miles away; Super Smile Dental - Pontprennau in Thornhill, about 3 miles away; and Crocodile Orthodontics in Rhiwbina, about 4 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Pwll-Mawr
Starting orthodontic treatment in Pwll-Mawr can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Pwll-Mawr
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Pwll-Mawr — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pwll-Mawr. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pwll-Mawr
These links help widen your research beyond Pwll-Mawr, Cardiff if you're open to travelling a little further. This page links onward to Rumney, Llanrumney Community, Saint Mellons, Llanrumney, Pengam, and Splot for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Pwll-Mawr
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pwll-Mawr often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pwll-Mawr?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pwll-Mawr is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 2.3 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Cardiff Bay Dental (2.6 miles) and Park Place Dental Practice (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pwll-Mawr?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Pwll-Mawr, 36 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pwll-Mawr?
The nearest practice to Pwll-Mawr that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Andrew Thomas Dental Care in Cardiff, about 2.3 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC CENTRE (2.7 miles) and Cathedral Orthodontics (3.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pwll-Mawr, Cardiff?
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 Pwll-Mawr, Cardiff?
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.