Orthodontic practices near Tyn-y-cwm
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Tyn-y-cwm, 19 practices within 10 and 25 practices within 20. The closest is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 4.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 4.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 5.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Willows Dental PracticeSwansea | 6.3 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (35 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 6.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 6.4 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| J JohnSwansea | 6.4 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Sketty Road Dental PracticeSwansea | 6.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (11 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Tyn-y-cwm with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Swansea, 4.5 miles south; the next are Dunvant (5.1 miles south) and Llanelli (6.4 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 10 | 4.5 miles south |
| Dunvant | 1 | 5.1 miles south |
| Llanelli | 6 | 6.4 miles west |
| Bishopston | 1 | 9.0 miles south |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 9.9 miles south-east |
| Crynant | 1 | 10.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tyn-y-cwm
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), 9.0 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 9.0 miles south |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-west |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 5.1 miles south |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 6.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Tyn-y-cwm 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: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,826 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 | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 24.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 32 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 112th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.5 miles away, closer than 64% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.3% here, against 6.9% across neighbourhoods in City and County of Swansea |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 37 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ravenhill Dental Care, Swansea — 4 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 5 miles Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care), Llanelli — 6 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 25 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 Tyn-y-cwm
Tyn-y-cwm is 4.5 miles from Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 25.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (20.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (8.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 20 of the practices around Tyn-y-cwm list clear aligners, the nearest 4.5 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 Tyn-y-cwm are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, 4.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Tyn-y-cwm
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Braces and aligner options in Tyn-y-cwm
Orthodontist in Tyn-y-cwm: This page was put together for people in Tyn-y-cwm who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Tyn-y-cwm itself or elsewhere in City and County of Swansea.
Practice data for Tyn-y-cwm
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Tyn-y-cwm itself. The nearest we do hold are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 5 miles away; and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 6 miles away.
Tyn-y-cwm at a glance
Heading west for around 2 km brings you to Cwm Dulais, the closest linked location.
The local picture in Tyn-y-cwm
Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Tyn-y-cwm sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.6% of Tyn-y-cwm's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Tyn-y-cwm, 7.3% of the 1,826 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. Tyn-y-cwm has 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, more than 61% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data puts Tyn-y-cwm close to the Wales median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Tyn-y-cwm is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Cwm Dulais, Pontlliw, Tircoed, Graig-Fawr, Llangyfelach, and Pant-Iasau if you are weighing up more than one location.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Tyn-y-cwm
Many people in Tyn-y-cwm delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Tyn-y-cwm
Provision in Tyn-y-cwm varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, Tyn-y-cwm sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Tyn-y-cwm's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Tyn-y-cwm, 7.3% of the 1,826 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. Measured by orthodontic practice within five miles (1), Tyn-y-cwm has more choice than 61% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Tyn-y-cwm is roughly mid-table for Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Tyn-y-cwm is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Tyn-y-cwm
The orthodontic landscape in Tyn-y-cwm offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Tyn-y-cwm — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Tyn-y-cwm vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Tyn-y-cwm is categorised as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board. Census data puts 16.6% of Tyn-y-cwm's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Tyn-y-cwm, 7.3% of the 1,826 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. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Tyn-y-cwm is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. Tyn-y-cwm sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Tyn-y-cwm is about 37 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Tyn-y-cwm itself. The nearest recorded are Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 5 miles away; and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) in Llanelli, about 6 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Tyn-y-cwm. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Tyn-y-cwm
These links help widen your research beyond Tyn-y-cwm, City and County of Swansea if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Cwm Dulais, Pontlliw, Tircoed, Graig-Fawr, Llangyfelach, and Pant-Iasau.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Tyn-y-cwm
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tyn-y-cwm often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tyn-y-cwm?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tyn-y-cwm is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4.5 miles to the south. The next closest are West Coast Dental Care (5.1 miles) and Willows Dental Practice (6.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Tyn-y-cwm?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Tyn-y-cwm, 19 practices within 10 miles and 25 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tyn-y-cwm?
The nearest practice to Tyn-y-cwm that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ravenhill Dental Care in Swansea, about 4.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include West Coast Dental Care (5.1 miles) and Willows Dental Practice (6.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tyn-y-cwm, City and County of Swansea?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Tyn-y-cwm, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.