Orthodontic practices near Upper Nash
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Upper Nash. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 26.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 26.2 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 26.2 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 29.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 29.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 29.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 29.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 29.9 miles east | – | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Upper Nash with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 26.2 miles north-east; the next are Llanelli (29.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 26.2 miles north-east |
| Llanelli | 5 | 29.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Upper Nash at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Pembrokeshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda 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 | 19.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,534 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 68 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Pembrokeshire | 139th closest to an orthodontic practice of 329 places in the county (the county median is 27.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 8.1% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Pembrokeshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 26 miles Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 30 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 36 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 60 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
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 Nash
Upper Nash is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 26.2 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (29.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around Upper Nash list clear aligners, the nearest 26.2 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 Nash are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 26.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Upper Nash to Capel Dental Care is roughly 60 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 680 to 1,360 miles and 20 to 40 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £305 to £610 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 410 to 680 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Upper Nash
Pembrokeshire12 nearby locationsOrthodontic services in Upper Nash
Orthodontist in Upper Nash: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Upper Nash, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Upper Nash itself or elsewhere in Pembrokeshire.
Where Upper Nash sits locally
Heading south for around 2 km brings you to Lamphey, the closest linked location.
What we know about practices near Upper Nash
There is no orthodontist on our records in Upper Nash itself. The nearest recorded is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 26 miles away. Somewhere closer may exist that we do not yet hold a record for, and an online photo assessment can give you an initial view either way.
Keep exploring nearby
Related pages for Lamphey, Cosheston, Hodgeston, West Williamston, Carew Newton, and Lawrenny Quay are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Upper Nash in context
Officially, Upper Nash is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board. 19.6% of Upper Nash's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,534 residents in the neighbourhood around Upper Nash, 8.1% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire. People in Upper Nash usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 26 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Upper Nash among Wales's less deprived areas.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Upper Nash
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Upper Nash helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Upper Nash
Orthodontic practices in and around Upper Nash vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Upper Nash is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Hywel Dda University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Upper Nash. Upper Nash's under-16 share sits at 19.6%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 8.1% of the 1,534 residents in Upper Nash's census neighbourhood, above the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Upper Nash; the nearest is about 26 miles away. Upper Nash's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Upper Nash
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Upper Nash has the full spectrum of options. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Upper Nash
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Upper Nash — 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 Nash. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Upper Nash
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Upper Nash, Pembrokeshire within a broader nearby area. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Lamphey, Cosheston, Hodgeston, West Williamston, Carew Newton, and Lawrenny Quay.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Upper Nash
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Upper Nash often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Upper Nash?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Upper Nash is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 26.2 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (26.2 miles) and Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (29.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Upper Nash?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Upper Nash, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 26.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Upper Nash?
The nearest practice to Upper Nash that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 26.2 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (29.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Upper Nash, Pembrokeshire?
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 Upper Nash, Pembrokeshire?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.