Orthodontic practices near Wallis
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Wallis. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 24.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 24.9 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 25.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Wallis 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,015 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.9% aged 16 to 24 and 25% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 28 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Pembrokeshire | 121st closest to an orthodontic practice of 329 places in the county (the county median is 27.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.4% across neighbourhoods in Pembrokeshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 25 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 34 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 41 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 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 Wallis
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Wallis; the nearest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 24.9 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 2 of the practices around Wallis list clear aligners, the nearest 24.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Wallis are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Wallis to Capel Dental Care is roughly 55 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 650 to 1,290 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £290 to £580 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 390 to 650 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wallis
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Orthodontist in Wallis: Before booking anything in Wallis, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It connects local orthodontic research in Wallis with the wider Pembrokeshire area.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Walton East, Ambleston, Glan-dwr, Rinaston, Casmael, and Castlebythe as well as this one.
The local picture in Wallis
Wallis is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Wallis's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 2,015 residents in the neighbourhood around Wallis, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Wallis; the nearest is about 25 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Wallis among Wales's less deprived areas.
Facts about Wallis
Walton East is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south-east of Wallis.
Local treatment availability around Wallis
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Wallis itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 25 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 34 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 41 miles away.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Wallis
Starting orthodontic treatment in Wallis can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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 Wallis
What's available in Wallis depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Wallis's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Wallis falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Wallis's under-16 share sits at 16.3%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 2,015 residents in Wallis's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire. People in Wallis usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 25 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Wallis sits among the less deprived areas of Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Wallis
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Wallis can feel overwhelming at first. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Which Treatment Is Right for You?
Start with a consultation — most orthodontists in Wallis offer a free or low-cost initial assessment. Avoid choosing treatment based on advertising before understanding what your teeth actually need. If discretion is your top priority, aligners or ceramic/lingual braces are the shortlist. If budget is primary and you meet NHS criteria, metal braces deliver excellent outcomes at minimal cost.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wallis. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wallis
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Wallis, Pembrokeshire with surrounding locations. For a broader comparison, pages for Walton East, Ambleston, Glan-dwr, Rinaston, Casmael, and Castlebythe follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Wallis
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wallis often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wallis?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wallis is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 24.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (25.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wallis?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Wallis, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 24.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wallis?
The nearest practice to Wallis that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 25.0 miles to the east.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wallis, Pembrokeshire?
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 Wallis, Pembrokeshire?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.