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Orthodontic practices near Saint Andrews Major

On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Saint Andrews Major, 27 practices within 10 and 58 practices within 20. The closest is Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, 1.3 miles east.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Castle Court Dental CareDinas Powys1.3 miles east–––4.9 (111 reviews)
The Waterfront Dental SurgeryBarry2.3 miles south-west–✓✓4.0 (39 reviews)
Advance Dental CareBarry2.4 miles south-west✓✓✓5.0 (278 reviews)
Wellwood Dentistry & AestheticsPenarth2.6 miles east–✓✓4.7 (31 reviews)
Smile Studio PenarthPenarth2.9 miles east✓–✓4.8 (92 reviews)
Holton Dental CentreBarry3.0 miles south-west✓✓✓4.6 (16 reviews)
Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff3.6 miles north✓–✓5.0 (940 reviews)
Super Smile Dental - CantonCardiff3.9 miles north–––4.6 (63 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Saint Andrews Major with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dinas Powys, 1.3 miles east; the next are Barry (2.3 miles south-west) and Penarth (2.6 miles east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Dinas Powys11.3 miles east
Barry32.3 miles south-west
Penarth22.6 miles east
Cardiff123.6 miles north
Rhiwbina26.9 miles north
Thornhill27.2 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Saint Andrews Major

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), 3.6 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff5.0 (940 reviews)3.6 miles north
Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff5.0 (294 reviews)5.9 miles north
Advance Dental CareBarry5.0 (278 reviews)2.4 miles south-west
Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill5.0 (198 reviews)7.2 miles north

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Saint Andrews Major at a Glance

NationWales
Council areaVale of Glamorgan
NHS dental servicesCardiff and Vale University Health Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course
Area type (ONS)Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
DeprivationLess deprived than most of Wales
Residents under 1615.9% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,511 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally5.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car8.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre262 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health16.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles15 practices, more than 97% of towns in Wales
Access within Vale of Glamorgan21st closest to an orthodontic practice of 99 places in the county (the county median is 2.4 miles)
Nearest practice compared1.3 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in Wales
Aged 10 to 15 vs county5.9% here, against 7.1% across neighbourhoods in Vale of Glamorgan
Nearest university dental hospitalUniversity Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 6 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesCastle Court Dental Care, Dinas Powys — 1 miles
The Waterfront Dental Surgery, Barry — 2 miles
Wellwood Dentistry & Aesthetics, Penarth — 3 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles27 within 10 miles, 58 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 Saint Andrews Major

The nearest practice to Saint Andrews Major is Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, 1.3 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 27 practices, and within 20 there are 58.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Waterfront Dental Surgery (2.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (5.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Saint Andrews Major list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 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 Saint Andrews Major are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Advance Dental Care in Barry, 2.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 6 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Saint Andrews Major

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Orthodontist in Saint Andrews Major: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Saint Andrews Major. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Vale of Glamorgan.

Local snapshot of Saint Andrews Major

Just under 1 km east, Westra is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

Saint Andrews Major in context

Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Saint Andrews Major sits within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Saint Andrews Major's under-16 share sits at 15.9%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.9% of the 1,511 residents in Saint Andrews Major's census neighbourhood, below the 7.1% average across Vale of Glamorgan. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (15), Saint Andrews Major has more choice than 97% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Saint Andrews Major among Wales's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Saint Andrews Major is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 6 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

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Useful local orthodontic context for Saint Andrews Major

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Saint Andrews Major itself. The nearest recorded are Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, about a mile away; The Waterfront Dental Surgery in Barry, about 2 miles away; and Wellwood Dentistry & Aesthetics in Penarth, about 3 miles away.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Saint Andrews Major

Many people in Saint Andrews Major delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Saint Andrews Major

  • Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
  • Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
  • For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
  • Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
  • Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Saint Andrews Major

Treatment in Saint Andrews Major runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

Teeth Straightening Options Available in Saint Andrews Major

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Saint Andrews Major has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Saint Andrews Major

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Saint Andrews Major — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Saint Andrews Major. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Saint Andrews Major

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Saint Andrews Major often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saint Andrews Major?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saint Andrews Major is Castle Court Dental Care in Dinas Powys, about 1.3 miles to the east. The next closest are The Waterfront Dental Surgery (2.3 miles) and Advance Dental Care (2.4 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Saint Andrews Major?

Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Saint Andrews Major, 27 practices within 10 miles and 58 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Saint Andrews Major?

The nearest practice to Saint Andrews Major that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Advance Dental Care in Barry, about 2.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Smile Studio Penarth (2.9 miles) and Holton Dental Centre (3.0 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Saint Andrews Major, Vale of Glamorgan?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Saint Andrews Major, Vale of Glamorgan?

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.

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TitleSaint Andrews Major, Vale of Glamorgan Teeth Straightening
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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