Orthodontic practices near Rhydlydan
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Rhydlydan; 5 practices within 20. The closest is Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, 17.2 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 17.2 miles north | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 17.3 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 17.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 17.9 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 18.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 20.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 20.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 20.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Rhydlydan with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Bodelwyddan, 17.2 miles north; the next are Saint Asaph (17.3 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (17.9 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 17.2 miles north |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 17.9 miles north |
| Rhyl | 1 | 20.6 miles north |
| Llandudno | 2 | 20.8 miles north |
| Mold | 3 | 22.7 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Rhydlydan
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Bay Orthodontics in Colwyn Bay (4.9 from 37 reviews), 17.9 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 17.9 miles north |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 4.7 (56 reviews) | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 17.9 miles north |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 4.3 (54 reviews) | 18.2 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Rhydlydan 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,428 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.4% aged 16 to 24 and 23.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 12 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Conwy | 106th closest to an orthodontic practice of 115 places in the county (the county median is 6.2 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Conwy |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 38 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 17 miles Willows Dental and Implant Practice, Saint Asaph — 17 miles Dental Care, Colwyn Bay — 18 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 5 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 Rhydlydan
Rhydlydan is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, 17.2 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (23.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Lakeside Orthodontics (29.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 11 of the practices around Rhydlydan list clear aligners, the nearest 17.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Rhydlydan are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 20.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 38 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Rhydlydan to Glan Clwyd Hospital is roughly 40 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 450 to 890 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £400 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 450 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.7% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Rhydlydan
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Orthodontist in Rhydlydan: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Rhydlydan understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Conwy.
Practice data for Rhydlydan
There is no orthodontist on our records in Rhydlydan itself. The nearest recorded are Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 17 miles away; Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 17 miles away; and Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 18 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Pentre-Foelas, Ty Mawr, Glasfryn, Cwmpenanner, Cefn-brith, and Cwmtirmynach.
Area profile for Rhydlydan
Rhydlydan is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Rhydlydan falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census data puts 17.3% of Rhydlydan's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 1,428 residents in Rhydlydan's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Conwy. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Rhydlydan; the nearest is about 17 miles away. Rhydlydan'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 Rhydlydan is Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 38 miles away.
Local context for Rhydlydan
The nearest other location we cover is Pentre-Foelas, around 2 km to the north-west.
The Orthodontic Journey in Rhydlydan
Orthodontic treatment in Rhydlydan is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Rhydlydan
What's available in Rhydlydan depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Rhydlydan — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Rhydlydan's under-16 share sits at 17.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7% of the 1,428 residents in Rhydlydan's census neighbourhood, above the 6.3% average across Conwy. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Rhydlydan; the nearest is about 17 miles away. National deprivation data puts Rhydlydan close to the Wales median. The nearest university dental hospital to Rhydlydan is Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool, about 38 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Rhydlydan
The orthodontic landscape in Rhydlydan offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
How to Choose in Rhydlydan
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 Rhydlydan practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Rhydlydan. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Rhydlydan
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Rhydlydan, Conwy within a broader nearby area. Nearby pages covering Pentre-Foelas, Ty Mawr, Glasfryn, Cwmpenanner, Cefn-brith, and Cwmtirmynach may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Rhydlydan
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Rhydlydan often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Rhydlydan?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Rhydlydan is Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 17.2 miles to the north. The next closest are Willows Dental and Implant Practice (17.3 miles) and Dental Care (17.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Rhydlydan?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Rhydlydan, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Bodelwyddan, 17.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Rhydlydan?
The nearest practice to Rhydlydan that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 20.6 miles to the north. Others nearby include Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (22.7 miles) and Signature Smiles (26.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Rhydlydan, 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 Rhydlydan, Conwy?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.