Orthodontic practices near Scurlage
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Scurlage; 8 practices within 10 and 22 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 7.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 7.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 7.9 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 8.0 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 8.0 miles north | – | – | – | – |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 8.3 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 8.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 9.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 9.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Scurlage with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 7.8 miles north; the next are Bishopston (9.4 miles east) and Dunvant (9.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 7.8 miles north |
| Bishopston | 1 | 9.4 miles east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 9.7 miles north-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 11.1 miles east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 17.2 miles east |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 19.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Scurlage
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston (4.9 from 212 reviews), 9.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 9.4 miles east |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 9.7 miles north-east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 13.1 miles east |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.8 (472 reviews) | 13.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scurlage 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: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 13.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,626 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 18.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 141st closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.1% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 8 miles Mumbles Dental House, Bishopston — 9 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 10 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 | 8 within 10 miles, 22 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 Scurlage
From Scurlage the nearest practice is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 7.8 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 22.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (7.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Scurlage list clear aligners, the nearest 7.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Scurlage are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, 7.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Scurlage to Dr Mohammad Moinuddin 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 200 to 410 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £185 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scurlage
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Research orthodontic options in Scurlage
Orthodontist in Scurlage: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Scurlage? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Scurlage or another part of City and County of Swansea.
Area profile for Scurlage
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Scurlage sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Scurlage's under-16 share, 13.2%, is below the typical level. In the census neighbourhood around Scurlage, 7.1% of the 1,626 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. Scurlage has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Scurlage among Wales's less deprived areas.
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If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Llanddewi, Knelston, Burry, Pilton Green, Port-Eynon, and Burry Green may also help.
Practice signals around Scurlage
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Scurlage. The closest on record are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 8 miles away; Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 9 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 10 miles away.
A quick look at Scurlage
The nearest other location we cover is Llanddewi, around 1 km to the north.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Scurlage
The orthodontic landscape in Scurlage offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Scurlage — Local Context
Practices serving Scurlage differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Scurlage sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. With just 13.2% of residents under 16, Scurlage skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,626 residents in the neighbourhood around Scurlage, 7.1% 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 Scurlage; the nearest is about 8 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Scurlage sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. There is no orthodontist on our records in Scurlage itself. The nearest recorded are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 8 miles away; Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 9 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 10 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Scurlage
Many people in Scurlage delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Scurlage
- 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Scurlage
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Scurlage — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Scurlage's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Scurlage falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. Census data puts only 13.2% of Scurlage's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Scurlage, 7.1% of the 1,626 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. Scurlage has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Scurlage falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scurlage. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scurlage
These links help widen your research beyond Scurlage, City and County of Swansea if you're open to travelling a little further. For a broader comparison, pages for Llanddewi, Knelston, Burry, Pilton Green, Port-Eynon, and Burry Green follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Scurlage
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scurlage often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scurlage?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scurlage is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 7.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (7.9 miles) and Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scurlage?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Scurlage, 8 practices within 10 miles and 22 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Llanelli, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scurlage?
The nearest practice to Scurlage that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, about 7.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (8.7 miles) and Mumbles Dental House (9.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scurlage, City and County of Swansea?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scurlage, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.