Orthodontic practices near Wooden
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Wooden. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 20.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 20.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 20.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 24.3 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 24.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 24.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 24.5 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 24.5 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 26.3 miles 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 Wooden with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 20.3 miles north-east; the next are Llanelli (24.3 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 20.3 miles north-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 24.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Wooden 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 | 15.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,302 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 | 6.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.3% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 737 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 | None on our register |
| Access within Pembrokeshire | 63rd 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 — 20 miles Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 24 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 31 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 45 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 Wooden
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Wooden; the nearest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 20.3 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: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (24.3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around Wooden list clear aligners, the nearest 20.3 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 Wooden are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 20.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Wooden to Capel Dental Care is roughly 45 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 530 to 1,060 miles and 15 to 30 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £240 to £475 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 320 to 530 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Wooden
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Orthodontist in Wooden: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Wooden. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Wooden or another part of Pembrokeshire.
Practice signals around Wooden
There is no orthodontist on our records in Wooden itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 20 miles away; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin in Llanelli, about 24 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 31 miles away.
Where Wooden sits locally
Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Pentlepoir, the closest linked location.
Nearby location pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Pentlepoir, Begelly, Kilgetty, Kingsmoor, Cold Inn, and Rusheylake.
Wooden in context
Wooden — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Wooden's under-16 share sits at 15.1%, per the 2021 Census. In the census neighbourhood around Wooden, 6.7% of the 1,302 residents are aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.4% average across Pembrokeshire, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Wooden has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 20 miles away. Wooden falls in a less deprived area than most of Wales.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Wooden
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Wooden has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Wooden
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Wooden
Many people in Wooden delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Wooden
Every case in Wooden follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Wooden. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Wooden
These local links are here for anyone comparing Wooden, Pembrokeshire against nearby alternatives. Nearby pages covering Pentlepoir, Begelly, Kilgetty, Kingsmoor, Cold Inn, and Rusheylake may also help if you are still comparing locations.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Wooden
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Wooden often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Wooden?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Wooden is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 20.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (20.3 miles) and Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (24.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Wooden?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Wooden, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 20.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Wooden?
The nearest practice to Wooden that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 20.3 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (24.4 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (26.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Wooden, Pembrokeshire?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Wooden, Pembrokeshire?
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.