Orthodontic practices near Quakers Yard
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Quakers Yard, 14 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, 3.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 3.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 3.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (243 reviews) |
| Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd | 4.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 5.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (761 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 6.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 6.7 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 6.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (136 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Quakers Yard with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hengoed, 3.4 miles east; the next are Pontypridd (3.9 miles south) and Blackwood (5.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hengoed | 1 | 3.4 miles east |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 3.9 miles south |
| Blackwood | 1 | 5.0 miles east |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 5.0 miles south-east |
| Aberdare | 2 | 6.7 miles north-west |
| Newbridge | 2 | 7.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Quakers Yard
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 10.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-west |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 12.7 miles south |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 5.0 miles south-east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 11.3 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Quakers Yard at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Merthyr Tydfil |
| NHS dental services | Cwm Taf Morgannwg 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 | 18.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,634 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 33.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,611 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Merthyr Tydfil County Borough | 35th closest to an orthodontic practice of 44 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.4 miles away, closer than 72% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 12 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smart Smiles, Hengoed — 3 miles Taf Dental, Pontypridd — 4 miles Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre, Blackwood — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 61 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 Quakers Yard
The nearest practice to Quakers Yard is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, 3.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Bridge Orthodontics (7.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 13 of the practices around Quakers Yard list clear aligners, the nearest 3.9 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 Quakers Yard are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, 3.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Quakers Yard
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Braces and aligner options in Quakers Yard
Orthodontist in Quakers Yard: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Quakers Yard often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough.
The local picture in Quakers Yard
Quakers Yard is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Census data puts 18.5% of Quakers Yard's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Quakers Yard, 7.3% of the 1,634 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Quakers Yard is better served than 82% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Quakers Yard among Wales's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Quakers Yard is about 12 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
What we know about practices near Quakers Yard
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Quakers Yard. The nearest we do hold are Smart Smiles in Hengoed, about 3 miles away; Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 4 miles away; and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 5 miles away.
Facts about Quakers Yard
Goitre Coed is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Quakers Yard.
Keep exploring nearby
You can continue browsing related location pages including Goitre Coed, Treharris, Edwardsville, Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Trelewis, and Abercynon if you want to compare orthodontic options across a wider local area.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Quakers Yard
Orthodontic treatment in Quakers Yard is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Quakers Yard
- 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?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Quakers Yard
Provision in Quakers Yard varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Quakers Yard is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Census figures show 18.5% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,634 residents in the neighbourhood around Quakers Yard, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Quakers Yard is better served than 82% of towns in Wales. Quakers Yard's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Quakers Yard is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Quakers Yard
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Quakers Yard can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Quakers Yard — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Quakers Yard. Quakers Yard — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Quakers Yard's under-16 share sits at 18.5%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,634 residents in the neighbourhood around Quakers Yard, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Quakers Yard has more choice than 82% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Quakers Yard among Wales's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Quakers Yard is about 12 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. There is no orthodontist on our records in Quakers Yard itself. The nearest we do hold are Smart Smiles in Hengoed, about 3 miles away; Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 4 miles away; and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 5 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 Quakers Yard. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Quakers Yard
This section helps connect Quakers Yard, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Goitre Coed, Treharris, Edwardsville, Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Trelewis, and Abercynon.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Quakers Yard
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Quakers Yard often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Quakers Yard?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Quakers Yard is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, about 3.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Taf Dental (3.9 miles) and Abertridwr Dental Surgery (4.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Quakers Yard?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Quakers Yard, 14 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Quakers Yard?
The nearest practice to Quakers Yard that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 3.9 miles to the south. Others nearby include Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (5.0 miles) and Parklands Dental Practice (6.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Quakers Yard, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough?
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 Quakers Yard, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough?
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.