Orthodontic practices near Whitland
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Whitland; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 13.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 13.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 13.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 21.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 21.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 21.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 21.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 21.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 23.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Whitland with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 13.5 miles east; the next are Llanelli (21.7 miles south-east) and Dunvant (28.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 13.5 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 21.7 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 28.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Whitland
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 13.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 13.5 miles east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 13.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Whitland 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Population | 1,514 |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,381 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 27% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 106 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Carmarthenshire | 224th closest to an orthodontic practice of 292 places in the county (the county median is 8.8 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.9% here, against 6.5% across neighbourhoods in Carmarthenshire |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 14 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 22 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 28 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 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 Whitland
The nearest practice to Whitland is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 13.5 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (21.7 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 7 of the practices around Whitland list clear aligners, the nearest 13.5 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 Whitland are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 13.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Whitland to Capel Dental Care is roughly 30 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 350 to 700 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £315 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 350 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Whitland
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Orthodontist in Whitland: People weighing up braces or aligners in Whitland can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It connects local orthodontic research in Whitland with the wider Carmarthenshire area. Whitland — a small village with a population of around 1,514 — is covered on this page specifically.
A quick look at Whitland
Whitland has a population of around 1,514, making it a small village within Carmarthenshire. Hendy-Gwyn is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km east of Whitland.
What official data says about Whitland
Whitland's ONS geography type is larger rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Whitland falls under Hywel Dda University Health Board. Whitland's under-16 share sits at 16.6%, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.9% of the 2,381 residents in Whitland's census neighbourhood, close to the 6.5% average across Carmarthenshire. Whitland has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 14 miles away. National deprivation data puts Whitland close to the Wales median.
What local practice data suggests in Whitland
There is no orthodontist on our records in Whitland itself. The closest on record are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 14 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 22 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 28 miles away.
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Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Whitland
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Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Whitland
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Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Whitland
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This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Whitland. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Whitland
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Frequently Asked Questions in Whitland
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Whitland often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Whitland?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Whitland is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 13.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (13.6 miles) and Nott Sarah (21.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Whitland?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Whitland, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 13.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Whitland?
The nearest practice to Whitland that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 13.6 miles to the east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (21.8 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (23.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Whitland, 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 Whitland, Carmarthenshire?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.