Orthodontic practices near Seaside
On our practice register: 6 practices within 5 miles of Seaside, 14 practices within 10 and 24 practices within 20. The closest is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, 0.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 0.6 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 0.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 0.8 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 0.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 1.1 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 8.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Seaside with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 0.6 miles north; the next are Dunvant (6.5 miles east) and Swansea (8.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 0.6 miles north |
| Dunvant | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
| Swansea | 10 | 8.6 miles east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 9.5 miles south-east |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 14.1 miles north-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 15.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Seaside
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), 9.5 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 9.5 miles south-east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 6.5 miles east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 11.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Seaside at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 17.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,482 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.2% aged 16 to 24 and 28.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 33.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 4,210 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 30.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 6 practices, more than 86% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 10th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.6 miles away, closer than 95% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.5% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — under a mile West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 6 miles Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 24 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 Seaside
The nearest practice to Seaside is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 24.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (28.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Seaside list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Seaside are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, under a mile away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Seaside
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Orthodontist in Seaside: This page was put together for people in Seaside who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Carmarthenshire.
Area profile for Seaside
Seaside — urban: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Seaside's under-16 share sits at 17.5%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,482 residents in the neighbourhood around Seaside, 6.5% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (6), Seaside has more choice than 86% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Seaside sits among the more deprived areas of Wales.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Llanelli, Machynys, Ty-isaf, Bigyn, Pentre-Poeth, and Llanerch.
Where Seaside sits locally
Llanelli is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Seaside.
Useful local orthodontic context for Seaside
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Seaside itself. The closest on record are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, under a mile away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 6 miles away; and Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Seaside
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Seaside can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Seaside
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Seaside
Orthodontic treatment in Seaside 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. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Seaside
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Seaside — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Seaside. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Seaside
These links help widen your research beyond Seaside, Carmarthenshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can keep exploring with related pages for Llanelli, Machynys, Ty-isaf, Bigyn, Pentre-Poeth, and Llanerch.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Seaside
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Seaside often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Seaside?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Seaside is Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 0.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (0.7 miles) and Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (0.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Seaside?
Our register has 6 practices within 5 miles of Seaside, 14 practices within 10 miles and 24 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Seaside?
The nearest practice to Seaside that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, about 0.7 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (2.2 miles) and West Coast Dental Care (6.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Seaside, Carmarthenshire?
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 Seaside, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.