Orthodontic practices near Upper Killay
On our practice register: 12 practices within 5 miles of Upper Killay, 19 practices within 10 and 23 practices within 20. The closest is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 2.3 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 2.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (212 reviews) |
| J JohnSwansea | 3.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Sketty Road Dental PracticeSwansea | 3.1 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.8 (11 reviews) |
| Belgrave Dental CentreSwansea | 3.4 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (40 reviews) |
| Woods DentalSwansea | 3.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (286 reviews) |
| Russell Street Dental Clinic in SwanseaSwansea | 3.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.5 (64 reviews) |
| Ravenhill Dental CareSwansea | 3.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Killay with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Dunvant, 2.3 miles north; the next are Bishopston (2.6 miles south-east) and Swansea (3.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Dunvant | 1 | 2.3 miles north |
| Bishopston | 1 | 2.6 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 10 | 3.0 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 5.9 miles north-west |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 9.3 miles east |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 11.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Upper Killay
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), 2.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 2.6 miles south-east |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 2.3 miles north |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 4.9 miles east |
| Parkway Private Dental ClinicSwansea | 4.8 (472 reviews) | 5.0 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Upper Killay 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 17% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,300 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 247 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 10 practices, more than 92% of towns in Wales |
| Access within City and County of Swansea | 67th closest to an orthodontic practice of 147 places in the county (the county median is 2.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 2.3 miles away, closer than 79% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.2% 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 | West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 2 miles Mumbles Dental House, Bishopston — 3 miles J John, Swansea — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 19 within 10 miles, 23 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 Killay
Upper Killay is 2.3 miles from West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 19 practices, and within 20 there are 23.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: The Smile Dentist (23.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (7.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Upper Killay list clear aligners, the nearest 2.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Upper Killay are commissioned by Swansea Bay University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 2.3 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 Upper Killay
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Orthodontic care near Upper Killay
Orthodontist in Upper Killay: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Upper Killay? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The information here applies just as well to nearby parts of City and County of Swansea.
What we know about practices near Upper Killay
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Upper Killay itself. The nearest recorded are West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2 miles away; Mumbles Dental House in Bishopston, about 3 miles away; and J John in Swansea, about 3 miles away.
Local snapshot of Upper Killay
The nearest other location we cover is Dunvant, around 2 km to the north.
Nearby location pages
Related pages for Dunvant, Three Crosses, Oldway, Bishopston, Fairwood, and Killay are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
What official data says about Upper Killay
By ONS classification, Upper Killay falls under urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Upper Killay falls under Swansea Bay University Health Board. Census data puts 17% of Upper Killay's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Upper Killay, 7.2% of the 1,300 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 practices within five miles (10), Upper Killay has more choice than 92% of towns in Wales. Upper Killay falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Upper Killay is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
The Orthodontic Journey in Upper Killay
Orthodontic treatment in Upper Killay is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Tips for Getting the Most From Treatment in Upper Killay
- 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 Killay
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Upper Killay. Officially, Upper Killay is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Upper Killay sits within Swansea Bay University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 17% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.2% of the 1,300 residents in Upper Killay's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.9% average across City and County of Swansea. Upper Killay has 10 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 92% of towns in Wales. Upper Killay falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Upper Killay is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 37 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Upper Killay
Patients in Upper Killay have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. 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 Upper Killay
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Upper Killay — 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 Upper Killay. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Killay
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Upper Killay, City and County of Swansea with surrounding locations. You can keep exploring with related pages for Dunvant, Three Crosses, Oldway, Bishopston, Fairwood, and Killay.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Killay
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Killay often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Killay?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Killay is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Mumbles Dental House (2.6 miles) and J John (3.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Killay?
Our register has 12 practices within 5 miles of Upper Killay, 19 practices within 10 miles and 23 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Killay?
The nearest practice to Upper Killay that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 2.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Mumbles Dental House (2.6 miles) and Sketty Road Dental Practice (3.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Killay, City and County of Swansea?
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 Killay, City and County of Swansea?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.