Orthodontic practices near Saint Fagans
On our practice register: 16 practices within 5 miles of Saint Fagans, 32 practices within 10 and 63 practices within 20. The closest is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, 1.6 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 1.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
| Super Smile Dental - CantonCardiff | 2.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (63 reviews) |
| Cathedral Dental ClinicCardiff | 3.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (198 reviews) |
| South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant CentreRadyr | 3.1 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (143 reviews) |
| Cathedral OrthodonticsCardiff | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (51 reviews) |
| Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial AestheticsCardiff | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| RetiredCardiff | 3.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 3.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Saint Fagans with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cardiff, 1.6 miles east; the next are Radyr (3.1 miles north) and Rhiwbina (4.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff | 12 | 1.6 miles east |
| Radyr | 1 | 3.1 miles north |
| Rhiwbina | 2 | 4.2 miles north-east |
| Thornhill | 2 | 4.5 miles north-east |
| Dinas Powys | 1 | 4.6 miles south-east |
| Barry | 3 | 5.2 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Saint Fagans
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), 1.6 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 1.6 miles east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 3.4 miles north-east |
| Advance Dental CareBarry | 5.0 (278 reviews) | 5.2 miles south |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 4.5 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Saint Fagans at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,900 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 36.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 276 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 16 practices, more than 98% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Cardiff | 42nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 52 places in the county (the county median is 1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.6 miles away, closer than 85% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.4% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Cardiff |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry, Cardiff — 2 miles South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre, Radyr — 3 miles Crocodile Orthodontics, Rhiwbina — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 63 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 Fagans
Saint Fagans is 1.6 miles from Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 63.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (3.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (3.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Saint Fagans list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 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 Fagans are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, 1.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 4 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Saint Fagans
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Orthodontist in Saint Fagans: Before booking anything in Saint Fagans, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Cardiff and the surrounding area.
Keep exploring nearby
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Michaelston-super-Ely, Culverhouse Cross, Drope, Pentrebane, Rhydlafr, and Twyn-yr-odyn.
Local snapshot of Saint Fagans
Just around 2 km north-east, Pentrebane is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Saint Fagans in context
By ONS classification, Saint Fagans falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Saint Fagans. Census data puts 17.8% of Saint Fagans's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Saint Fagans, 7.4% of the 2,900 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Cardiff, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Saint Fagans has 16 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in Wales. Saint Fagans's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Saint Fagans is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 4 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local provider signals in Saint Fagans
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Saint Fagans. The nearest we do hold are Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 2 miles away; South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre in Radyr, about 3 miles away; and Crocodile Orthodontics in Rhiwbina, about 4 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Saint Fagans
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Saint Fagans has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Saint Fagans
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Saint Fagans
Starting orthodontic treatment in Saint Fagans can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Saint Fagans runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Saint Fagans. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Saint Fagans
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Saint Fagans, Cardiff alone. Other local pages worth browsing include Michaelston-super-Ely, Culverhouse Cross, Drope, Pentrebane, Rhydlafr, and Twyn-yr-odyn.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Saint Fagans
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Saint Fagans often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Saint Fagans?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Saint Fagans is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 1.6 miles to the east. The next closest are Super Smile Dental - Canton (2.8 miles) and Cathedral Dental Clinic (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Saint Fagans?
Our register has 16 practices within 5 miles of Saint Fagans, 32 practices within 10 miles and 63 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Saint Fagans?
The nearest practice to Saint Fagans that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 1.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Cathedral Orthodontics (3.2 miles) and Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (3.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Saint Fagans, Cardiff?
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 Saint Fagans, Cardiff?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.