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Orthodontic practices near Troedyrhiw

On our practice register: 3 practices within 5 miles of Troedyrhiw, 12 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, 3.9 miles west.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare3.9 miles west–✓✓4.9 (196 reviews)
Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil4.0 miles north–––3.4 (429 reviews)
Swan Dental PracticeAberdare4.1 miles west–––4.7 (14 reviews)
Smart SmilesHengoed6.8 miles south-east–––4.8 (213 reviews)
Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun7.1 miles west–✓✓5.0 (1,268 reviews)
Taf DentalPontypridd7.2 miles south✓✓✓4.9 (243 reviews)
Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood7.4 miles south-east✓–✓4.9 (1,090 reviews)
Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd8.6 miles south-east–––4.1 (9 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Troedyrhiw with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Aberdare, 3.9 miles west; the next are Merthyr Tydfil (4.0 miles north) and Hengoed (6.8 miles south-east).

PlacePracticesNearest
Aberdare23.9 miles west
Merthyr Tydfil14.0 miles north
Hengoed16.8 miles south-east
Hirwaun17.1 miles west
Pontypridd27.2 miles south
Blackwood17.4 miles south-east

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Troedyrhiw

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 7.1 miles west.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun5.0 (1,268 reviews)7.1 miles west
Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly5.0 (761 reviews)8.7 miles south-east
Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff5.0 (294 reviews)15.2 miles south-east
Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill5.0 (198 reviews)14.4 miles south-east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Troedyrhiw at a Glance

NationWales
Council areaMerthyr Tydfil
NHS dental servicesCwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course
Area type (ONS)Urban: Further from a major town or city
DeprivationMore deprived than most of Wales
Residents under 1616.3% (Census 2021)
Neighbourhood residents1,475 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021)
Aged 10 to 15 locally6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment
Adults locally8.9% aged 16 to 24 and 32.9% aged 25 to 49
Households without a car25.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more
Residents per square kilometre1,028 in that area (Census 2021)
Daily activities limited by health22.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility
Practices within 5 miles3 practices, more than 73% of towns in Wales
Access within Merthyr Tydfil County Borough40th closest to an orthodontic practice of 44 places in the county (the county median is 1.7 miles)
Nearest practice compared3.9 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Wales
Aged 10 to 15 vs county6.4% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough
Nearest university dental hospitalUniversity Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 16 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesJamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd, Aberdare — 4 miles
Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 4 miles
Smart Smiles, Hengoed — 7 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles12 within 10 miles, 57 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 Troedyrhiw

The nearest practice to Troedyrhiw is Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, 3.9 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 57.

To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (7.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (7.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Troedyrhiw list clear aligners, the nearest 3.9 miles away.

If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Troedyrhiw are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, 7.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 16 miles away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Troedyrhiw

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Explore braces and aligners in Troedyrhiw

Orthodontist in Troedyrhiw: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Troedyrhiw. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough.

Practice data for Troedyrhiw

No orthodontic practice is recorded in Troedyrhiw. The nearest we do hold are Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, about 4 miles away; Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 4 miles away; and Smart Smiles in Hengoed, about 7 miles away.

Area profile for Troedyrhiw

Troedyrhiw — urban: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 16.3% of Troedyrhiw's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,475 residents in the neighbourhood around Troedyrhiw, 6.4% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.6% average across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. Troedyrhiw has 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 73% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Troedyrhiw sits among the more deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Troedyrhiw is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.

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Troedyrhiw in numbers

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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Troedyrhiw

Orthodontic treatment in Troedyrhiw 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Troedyrhiw

Practices serving Troedyrhiw differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Troedyrhiw is classified as urban: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. 16.3% of Troedyrhiw's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.4% of the 1,475 residents in Troedyrhiw's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.6% average across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough. With 3 orthodontic practices within five miles, Troedyrhiw is better served than 73% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data ranks Troedyrhiw among Wales's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Troedyrhiw is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 16 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.

Orthodontic Treatments in Troedyrhiw

Patients in Troedyrhiw have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.

Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Troedyrhiw

Every mainstream option is available to patients in Troedyrhiw — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Troedyrhiw. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Troedyrhiw

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Troedyrhiw often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Troedyrhiw?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Troedyrhiw is Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, about 3.9 miles to the west. The next closest are Prince Charles Hospital (4.0 miles) and Swan Dental Practice (4.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Troedyrhiw?

Our register has 3 practices within 5 miles of Troedyrhiw, 12 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Troedyrhiw?

The nearest practice to Troedyrhiw that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 7.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (7.4 miles) and Bridge Orthodontics (9.3 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough?

Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough?

Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.

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TitleTroedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Orthodontics
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Published1 June 2022
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