Orthodontic practices near Usk
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Usk, 15 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 4.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 4.8 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental SpaCwmbran | 5.2 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (112 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental CareCwmbran | 6.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Llantarnam DentalCwmbran | 6.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (267 reviews) |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 6.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (813 reviews) |
| Goodwin Dental PracticeCwmbran | 7.4 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Malpas Dental CareNewport | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (582 reviews) |
| 94 DentalNewport | 8.1 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 Usk with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pontypool, 4.8 miles west; the next are Cwmbran (5.2 miles south-west) and Newport (6.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pontypool | 1 | 4.8 miles west |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 5.2 miles south-west |
| Newport | 10 | 6.6 miles south |
| Chepstow | 1 | 10.5 miles east |
| Newbridge | 2 | 10.7 miles west |
| Monmouth | 1 | 11.3 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Usk
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Caerphilly (5.0 from 761 reviews), 15.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 15.6 miles south-west |
| Cedars Dental CardiffThornhill | 5.0 (198 reviews) | 17.0 miles south-west |
| Smile Solution ChepstowChepstow | 5.0 (151 reviews) | 10.5 miles east |
| Smart SmilesCaerphilly | 5.0 (136 reviews) | 17.3 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Usk 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) | Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Population | 2,834 |
| Residents under 16 | 6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,205 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 3.5% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6% aged 16 to 24 and 30.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,021 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25.5% 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 | 67th closest to an orthodontic practice of 170 places in the county (the county median is 5.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.8 miles away, closer than 62% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 3.5% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Monmouthshire |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 18 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lodge Dental, Pontypool — 5 miles Cwmbran Dental Spa, Cwmbran — 5 miles Isca Dental and Implant Centre, Newport — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 15 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 Usk
The nearest practice to Usk is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 4.8 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 15 practices, and within 20 there are 49.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Lodge Dental (4.8 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (12.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 14 of the practices around Usk list clear aligners, the nearest 4.8 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 Usk are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 4.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 18 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Usk
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Orthodontist in Usk: Before booking anything in Usk, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Usk or another part of Monmouthshire. Usk — a small village with a population of around 2,834 — is covered on this page specifically.
Where Usk sits locally
With a population of roughly 2,834, Usk is a small village within Monmouthshire. The nearest other location we cover is Llanbadoc, under 1 km to the north.
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You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Llanbadoc, Coleg Gwent, Rhadyr, Llancayo, Llanllowell, and Llangybi.
Area profile for Usk
Usk's ONS geography type is larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city. Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Usk. With just 6% of residents under 16, Usk skews toward an older population. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 3.5% of the 1,205 residents in Usk's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Monmouthshire. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Usk is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Usk sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Usk is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 18 miles away.
Practice signals around Usk
There is no orthodontist on our records in Usk itself. The nearest recorded are Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 5 miles away; Cwmbran Dental Spa, about 5 miles away; and Isca Dental and Implant Centre in Newport, about 7 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Usk Explained
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Usk
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How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Usk
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Areas We Cover Around Usk
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Frequently Asked Questions in Usk
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Usk often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Usk?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Usk is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 4.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Cwmbran Dental Spa (5.2 miles) and Cwmbran Dental Care (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Usk?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Usk, 15 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Usk?
The nearest practice to Usk that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 4.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Cwmbran Dental Care (6.1 miles) and Llantarnam Dental (6.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Usk, Monmouthshire?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Usk, Monmouthshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.