Orthodontic practices near Upper Fedw
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Upper Fedw, 2 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Smile Solution Chepstow, 3.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 3.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (151 reviews) |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 9.2 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 10.4 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (813 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental SpaCwmbran | 11.3 miles west | – | – | – | 4.7 (112 reviews) |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 11.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Kensington Court Clinic - Dental ClinicNewport | 11.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (58 reviews) |
| Llantarnam DentalCwmbran | 12.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (267 reviews) |
| 94 DentalNewport | 12.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Fedw with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Chepstow, 3.8 miles south-east; the next are Monmouth (9.2 miles north) and Newport (10.4 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Chepstow | 1 | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Monmouth | 1 | 9.2 miles north |
| Newport | 10 | 10.4 miles south-west |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 11.3 miles west |
| Pontypool | 1 | 11.6 miles west |
| Stoke Gifford | 2 | 12.7 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 Upper Fedw
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Smile Solution Chepstow (5.0 from 151 reviews), 3.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 11.6 miles west |
| DentaQuestBristol | 5.0 (33 reviews) | 16.3 miles south |
| Smilinggiraffeorthodontics Frances WillnerNewport | 5.0 (29 reviews) | 13.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Fedw at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Monmouthshire |
| NHS dental services | Aneurin Bevan 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 13.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,389 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 21.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 3.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 25 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 14.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Monmouthshire | 44th closest to an orthodontic practice of 170 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.8 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.7% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Monmouthshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — 16 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Wyedean School and Sixth Form Centre — 4.4 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smile Solution Chepstow, Chepstow — 4 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 9 miles Isca Dental and Implant Centre, Newport — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 49 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 Upper Fedw
The nearest practice to Upper Fedw is Smile Solution Chepstow, 3.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Dental (11.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 15 of the practices around Upper Fedw 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 Upper Fedw are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Smile Solution Chepstow, 3.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 16 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Fedw
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For a broader view, related location pages cover Creigau, Kilgwrrwg, Itton Common, Cobbler's Plain, Trelleck Grange, and Itton as well as this one.
Area profile for Upper Fedw
Upper Fedw — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Upper Fedw has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.4% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Upper Fedw, 7.7% of the 1,389 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Monmouthshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Upper Fedw is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. Secondary-age pupils near Upper Fedw attend schools such as Wyedean School and Sixth Form Centre (4.4 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Upper Fedw sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Fedw is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Useful local orthodontic context for Upper Fedw
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Upper Fedw. The closest on record are Smile Solution Chepstow, about 4 miles away; The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 9 miles away; and Isca Dental and Implant Centre in Newport, about 10 miles away.
Local snapshot of Upper Fedw
The nearest other location we cover is Creigau, around 1 km to the north-west.
The Orthodontic Journey in Upper Fedw
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Upper Fedw helps you ask the right questions. 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.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Upper Fedw
- Attend all appointments — missing adjustment appointments extends treatment and can affect the outcome.
- Keep teeth clean — orthodontic treatment makes cleaning harder. Use interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash daily.
- For aligner patients: wear your trays — 20–22 hours per day is non-negotiable for achieving the planned result.
- Contact your practice promptly if something breaks — a detached bracket or broken wire delays treatment. Call the same day.
- Start wearing retainers immediately — the most important single factor in protecting your result long-term.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upper Fedw
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Upper Fedw. Upper Fedw — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board for NHS dentistry. With just 13.4% of residents under 16, Upper Fedw skews toward an older population. Census 2021 counts 1,389 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Fedw, 7.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.1% average across Monmouthshire. Measured by orthodontic practice within five miles (1), Upper Fedw has more choice than 61% of towns in Wales. The closest secondary schools to Upper Fedw are Wyedean School and Sixth Form Centre (4.4 miles). Upper Fedw's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Upper Fedw is about 16 miles from Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Upper Fedw
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Upper Fedw can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
How to Choose in Upper Fedw
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Upper Fedw practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Upper Fedw. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Fedw
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Upper Fedw, Monmouthshire within a broader nearby area. This page links onward to Creigau, Kilgwrrwg, Itton Common, Cobbler's Plain, Trelleck Grange, and Itton for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Fedw
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Fedw often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Fedw?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Fedw is Smile Solution Chepstow, about 3.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre (9.2 miles) and Isca Dental and Implant Centre (10.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Fedw?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Upper Fedw, 2 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Fedw?
The nearest practice to Upper Fedw that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Smile Solution Chepstow, about 3.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Lodge Dental (11.6 miles) and Llantarnam Dental (12.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Fedw, Monmouthshire?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Upper Fedw, Monmouthshire?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.