Orthodontic practices near Waun y Clyn
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Waun y Clyn, 6 practices within 10 and 21 practices within 20. The closest is Nott Sarah in Llanelli, 3.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 3.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 3.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 3.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 3.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 3.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 5.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 10.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (71 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 10.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Waun y Clyn with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Llanelli, 3.8 miles south-east; the next are Dunvant (10.3 miles south-east) and Carmarthen (10.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Llanelli | 6 | 3.8 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Carmarthen | 2 | 10.4 miles north |
| Swansea | 10 | 12.2 miles east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 13.6 miles south-east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 19.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Waun y Clyn
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), 13.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 13.6 miles south-east |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 10.6 miles north |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 10.3 miles south-east |
| Eastside DentalSwansea | 4.8 (981 reviews) | 14.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Waun y Clyn at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 16.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,263 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.7% 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 | 26% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 82% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.8 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.2% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 4 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 10 miles Quayside Orthodontics, Carmarthen — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 21 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 Waun y Clyn
Waun y Clyn is 3.8 miles from Nott Sarah in Llanelli, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 6 practices, and within 20 there are 21.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (3.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 18 of the practices around Waun y Clyn list clear aligners, the nearest 3.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Waun y Clyn are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, 3.9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Waun y Clyn
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Orthodontist in Waun y Clyn: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Waun y Clyn understand their options before committing to an appointment. It connects local orthodontic research in Waun y Clyn with the wider Carmarthenshire area.
Local treatment availability around Waun y Clyn
There is no orthodontist on our records in Waun y Clyn itself. The nearest recorded are Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 4 miles away; West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 10 miles away; and Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 10 miles away.
Local snapshot of Waun y Clyn
Heading east for under 1 km brings you to Heol-ddu, the closest linked location.
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For a broader view, related location pages cover Heol-ddu, Pen-y-mynydd, Trimsaran, Dyfatty, Waun Baglam, and Achddu as well as this one.
What official data says about Waun y Clyn
Waun y Clyn is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Waun y Clyn's under-16 share sits at 16.4%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.2% of the 1,263 residents in Waun y Clyn's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Waun y Clyn has more choice than 82% of towns in Wales. Waun y Clyn's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales.
All Orthodontic Options in Waun y Clyn Explained
The orthodontic landscape in Waun y Clyn offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Waun y Clyn
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Waun y Clyn — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Waun y Clyn
Starting orthodontic treatment in Waun y Clyn can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Waun y Clyn
What's available in Waun y Clyn depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Waun y Clyn's ONS geography type is smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Waun y Clyn falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Census data puts 16.4% of Waun y Clyn's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,263 residents in the neighbourhood around Waun y Clyn, 6.2% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Waun y Clyn has more choice than 82% of towns in Wales. Waun y Clyn falls in a more deprived area than most of Wales, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Waun y Clyn. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Waun y Clyn
These links help widen your research beyond Waun y Clyn, Carmarthenshire if you're open to travelling a little further. You can keep exploring with related pages for Heol-ddu, Pen-y-mynydd, Trimsaran, Dyfatty, Waun Baglam, and Achddu.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Waun y Clyn
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Waun y Clyn often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Waun y Clyn?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Waun y Clyn is Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 3.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (3.8 miles) and Murray Street Dental Practice Ltd (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Waun y Clyn?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Waun y Clyn, 6 practices within 10 miles and 21 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Waun y Clyn?
The nearest practice to Waun y Clyn that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic in Llanelli, about 3.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (5.6 miles) and West Coast Dental Care (10.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Waun y Clyn, Carmarthenshire?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Waun y Clyn, Carmarthenshire?
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.