Orthodontic practices near Sling
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Sling, 1 practice within 10 and 6 practices within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 3.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 3.8 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 14.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 14.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 17.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 17.2 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 17.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 25.7 miles east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Bod Heulog Dental PracticeRhyl | 27.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (119 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Sling with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 3.8 miles north; the next are Llandudno (14.9 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (17.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 3.8 miles north |
| Llandudno | 2 | 14.9 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 17.1 miles north-east |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 25.7 miles east |
| Rhyl | 1 | 27.1 miles east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 27.4 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Sling
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 14.9 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-east |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 17.2 miles north-east |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 17.2 miles north-east |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 4.7 (44 reviews) | 14.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Sling at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gwynedd |
| 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 | 17.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,121 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 28.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 76 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 17.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Gwynedd | 20th closest to an orthodontic practice of 297 places in the county (the county median is 21.9 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.8 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Gwynedd |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 4 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 15 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 17 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 6 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 Sling
Sling is 3.8 miles from Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 6.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (3.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around Sling list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 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 Sling are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 27.1 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Sling
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Orthodontist in Sling: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Sling understand their options before committing to an appointment. It connects local orthodontic research in Sling with the wider Gwynedd area.
Sling in context
ONS classifies Sling as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Sling sits within Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17.8% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.3% of the 2,121 residents in Sling's census neighbourhood, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. Sling has 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, more than 61% of towns in Wales. Sling's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole.
Local treatment availability around Sling
There is no orthodontist on our records in Sling itself. The closest on record are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 4 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 15 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 17 miles away.
Sling in numbers
Braich-talog is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km north-east of Sling.
More local pages to browse
You can also compare treatment pages for Braich-talog, Felin-hên, Mynydd Llandegai, Tregarth, Bryn Eglwys, and Cil-geraint if you are weighing up more than one location.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Sling
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Sling
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Sling
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Areas We Cover Around Sling
This part of the page places Sling, Gwynedd in context alongside the towns and areas around it. For a broader comparison, pages for Braich-talog, Felin-hên, Mynydd Llandegai, Tregarth, Bryn Eglwys, and Cil-geraint follow the same format.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Sling
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Sling often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Sling?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Sling is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 3.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (14.9 miles) and The Dental Studio (14.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Sling?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Sling, 1 practice within 10 miles and 6 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Sling?
The nearest practice to Sling that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 27.1 miles to the east.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Sling, Gwynedd?
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 Sling, Gwynedd?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.