Orthodontic practices near Rhyd-y-gwin
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Rhyd-y-gwin; 14 practices within 10 and 27 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 5.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 5.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (981 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 6.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (472 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 7.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 7.0 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 7.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 7.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rhyd-y-gwin with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 5.7 miles south-west; the next are Dunvant (7.0 miles south-west) and Crynant (7.4 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 5.7 miles south-west |
| Dunvant | 1 | 7.0 miles south-west |
| Crynant | 1 | 7.4 miles east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 9.0 miles south-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 9.0 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 10.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rhyd-y-gwin
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), 17.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 17.6 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 10.2 miles south |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 19.2 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 7.0 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rhyd-y-gwin 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) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,826 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 | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 32 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 128th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.7 miles away, closer than 57% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 6 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 7 miles Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 7 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 27 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 Rhyd-y-gwin
From Rhyd-y-gwin the nearest practice is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 5.7 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 27.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (17.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (11 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Rhyd-y-gwin list clear aligners, the nearest 5.7 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 Rhyd-y-gwin are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 5.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Rhyd-y-gwin to Ravenhill Dental Care is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rhyd-y-gwin
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Research orthodontic options in Rhyd-y-gwin
Orthodontist in Rhyd-y-gwin: Before booking anything in Rhyd-y-gwin, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across City and County of Swansea.
The local picture in Rhyd-y-gwin
Rhyd-y-gwin — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 16.6% of Rhyd-y-gwin's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,826 residents in the neighbourhood around Rhyd-y-gwin, 7.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Rhyd-y-gwin; the nearest is about 6 miles away. Rhyd-y-gwin's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Rhyd-y-gwin is about 34 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff.
Local treatment availability around Rhyd-y-gwin
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Rhyd-y-gwin. The nearest recorded are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 6 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 7 miles away; and Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 7 miles away.
About Rhyd-y-gwin
Heading south-east for around 1 km brings you to Craig-cefn-parc, the closest linked location.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
For a broader view, related location pages cover Craig-cefn-parc, Llwyncelyn, Faerdre, Graigfelen, Upper Forge, and Ynystawe as well as this one.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Rhyd-y-gwin
Starting orthodontic treatment in Rhyd-y-gwin can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Rhyd-y-gwin
Practices serving Rhyd-y-gwin differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Rhyd-y-gwin is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Rhyd-y-gwin falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. Rhyd-y-gwin's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Rhyd-y-gwin, 7.3% of the 1,826 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Rhyd-y-gwin; the nearest is about 6 miles away. Rhyd-y-gwin's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Rhyd-y-gwin is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 34 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Rhyd-y-gwin
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Rhyd-y-gwin has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Rhyd-y-gwin
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Rhyd-y-gwin practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rhyd-y-gwin. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rhyd-y-gwin
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Rhyd-y-gwin, City and County of Swansea within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Craig-cefn-parc, Llwyncelyn, Faerdre, Graigfelen, Upper Forge, and Ynystawe.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Rhyd-y-gwin
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rhyd-y-gwin often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rhyd-y-gwin?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rhyd-y-gwin is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 5.7 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Eastside Dental (6.9 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (6.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rhyd-y-gwin?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Rhyd-y-gwin, 14 practices within 10 miles and 27 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Swansea, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rhyd-y-gwin?
The nearest practice to Rhyd-y-gwin that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 5.7 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Eastside Dental (6.9 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (6.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rhyd-y-gwin, 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 Rhyd-y-gwin, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.