Orthodontic practices near Trefdraeth
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Trefdraeth; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 11.1 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 11.1 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 24.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 24.5 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 27.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 27.9 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 27.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Trefdraeth with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 11.1 miles east; the next are Llandudno (24.4 miles east) and Colwyn Bay (27.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 11.1 miles east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 24.4 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 27.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Trefdraeth at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| 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 | 15.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,771 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 21.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 43 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Anglesey | 58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 139 places in the county (the county median is 12.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.4% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Anglesey |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 11 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 24 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 28 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 within 20 miles |
| Nearest general dentist | Valley Dental Practice — 9 miles |
| Postcode districts | LL62 |
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 Trefdraeth
From Trefdraeth the nearest practice is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 11.1 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. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (11.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Trefdraeth list clear aligners, the nearest 11.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Trefdraeth are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Trefdraeth to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 25 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 290 to 580 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £130 to £260 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 290 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Trefdraeth
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Related pages for Capel Mawr, Malltraeth, Paradwys, Pen-Iôn, Soar, and Cerrigceinwen are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Trefdraeth in context
Trefdraeth's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Trefdraeth. Census data puts 15.5% of Trefdraeth's population at under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,771 residents in Trefdraeth's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.3% average across Anglesey. People in Trefdraeth usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 11 miles away. Trefdraeth sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
About Trefdraeth
The nearest other location we cover is Capel Mawr, around 1 km to the north-east.
What local practice data suggests in Trefdraeth
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Trefdraeth. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 11 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 24 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 28 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Trefdraeth
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From First Photo to Finished Smile in Trefdraeth
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Trefdraeth
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Treatment Options in Trefdraeth — Local Context
There's no orthodontist on record in Trefdraeth itself; the nearest dentist, Valley Dental Practice, is about 9 miles away and is a reasonable place to start for a referral. Trefdraeth is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census figures show 15.5% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Trefdraeth, 6.4% of the 1,771 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.3% average across Anglesey, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Trefdraeth usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 11 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Trefdraeth is roughly mid-table for Wales. There is no orthodontist on our records in Trefdraeth itself. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 11 miles away; The Dental Studio in Llandudno, about 24 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 28 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Trefdraeth. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Trefdraeth
This section helps connect Trefdraeth, Anglesey to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Capel Mawr, Malltraeth, Paradwys, Pen-Iôn, Soar, and Cerrigceinwen.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Trefdraeth
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Trefdraeth often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Trefdraeth?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Trefdraeth is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 11.1 miles to the east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (24.4 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (24.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Trefdraeth?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Trefdraeth, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 11.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Trefdraeth?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Trefdraeth, Anglesey?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Trefdraeth, Anglesey?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.