Orthodontic practices near Rhôs-on-Sea
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Rhôs-on-Sea, 5 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, 0.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 0.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 0.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 0.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 3.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 3.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 10.6 miles east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 10.9 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 12.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rhôs-on-Sea with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colwyn Bay, 0.5 miles east; the next are Llandudno (3.5 miles north-west) and Bodelwyddan (10.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 0.5 miles east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 10.6 miles east |
| Rhyl | 1 | 10.9 miles east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 12.7 miles east |
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 16.1 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rhôs-on-Sea
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 3.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 3.5 miles north-west |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 4.9 (119 reviews) | 10.9 miles east |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 0.8 miles south-east |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 4.7 (56 reviews) | 12.7 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rhôs-on-Sea at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Conwy |
| 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 11.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,413 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.4% aged 16 to 24 and 23.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,327 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Conwy | 3rd closest to an orthodontic practice of 115 places in the county (the county median is 6.2 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.9% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Conwy |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 33 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — under a mile Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 4 miles Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 11 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 9 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 Rhôs-on-Sea
Rhôs-on-Sea has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (16.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Lakeside Orthodontics (23.7 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Rhôs-on-Sea 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 Rhôs-on-Sea are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 10.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 33 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rhôs-on-Sea
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Orthodontist in Rhôs-on-Sea: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Rhôs-on-Sea understand their options before committing to an appointment. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Conwy.
Widen your local search
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Llandrillo-yn-Rhôs, Bron-y-Nant, Llangwstenin, Mochdre, Colwyn Bay, and Penrhyn Bay may also help.
A quick look at Rhôs-on-Sea
Just under 1 km north, Llandrillo-yn-Rhôs is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Area profile for Rhôs-on-Sea
Classified by ONS as urban: Further from a major town or city, Rhôs-on-Sea sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts only 11.9% of Rhôs-on-Sea's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 3.9% of the 1,413 residents in Rhôs-on-Sea's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Conwy. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Rhôs-on-Sea has more choice than 82% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Rhôs-on-Sea among Wales's less deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Rhôs-on-Sea is about 33 miles from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool.
Useful local orthodontic context for Rhôs-on-Sea
There is no orthodontist on our records in Rhôs-on-Sea itself. The closest on record are Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, under a mile away; Llandudno Smiles, about 4 miles away; and Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 11 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Rhôs-on-Sea Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Rhôs-on-Sea offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Rhôs-on-Sea
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Rhôs-on-Sea
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Rhôs-on-Sea helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Rhôs-on-Sea
Provision in Rhôs-on-Sea varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Officially, Rhôs-on-Sea is categorised as urban: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Rhôs-on-Sea falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. With just 11.9% of residents under 16, Rhôs-on-Sea skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,413 residents in the neighbourhood around Rhôs-on-Sea, 3.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Conwy. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Rhôs-on-Sea has more choice than 82% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Rhôs-on-Sea sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Rhôs-on-Sea is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 33 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rhôs-on-Sea. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rhôs-on-Sea
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Rhôs-on-Sea, Conwy. For a broader comparison, pages for Llandrillo-yn-Rhôs, Bron-y-Nant, Llangwstenin, Mochdre, Colwyn Bay, and Penrhyn Bay follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rhôs-on-Sea
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rhôs-on-Sea often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rhôs-on-Sea?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rhôs-on-Sea is Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 0.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Dental Care (0.8 miles) and The Bay Orthodontics (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rhôs-on-Sea?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Rhôs-on-Sea, 5 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rhôs-on-Sea?
The nearest practice to Rhôs-on-Sea that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 10.9 miles to the east. Others nearby include Lakeside Orthodontics (23.7 miles) and Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (26.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rhôs-on-Sea, Conwy?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Rhôs-on-Sea, Conwy?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.