Orthodontic practices near Y Fron
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Y Fron; 1 practice within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 12.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 12.1 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 24.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 24.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 25.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 25.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 25.8 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Y Fron with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 12.1 miles north; the next are Llandudno (24.1 miles north-east) and Colwyn Bay (25.8 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 12.1 miles north |
| Llandudno | 2 | 24.1 miles north-east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 25.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Y Fron at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gwynedd |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr 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 | 20.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,939 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.6% aged 16 to 24 and 28.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 168 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.3% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Gwynedd | 76th closest to an orthodontic practice of 297 places in the county (the county median is 21.9 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 7.9% here, against 6.6% across neighbourhoods in Gwynedd |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 12 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 24 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 26 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 1 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 Y Fron
The nearest practice to Y Fron is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 12.1 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. 1 practice is within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (12.1 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around Y Fron list clear aligners, the nearest 12.1 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 Y Fron are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Y Fron to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 25 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 310 to 630 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £285 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Y Fron
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Orthodontist in Y Fron: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Y Fron. It connects local orthodontic research in Y Fron with the wider Gwynedd area.
The local picture in Y Fron
Y Fron — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board for NHS dentistry. 20.2% of Y Fron's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,939 residents in the neighbourhood around Y Fron, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. Y Fron has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. Y Fron falls in a more deprived area than most of Wales, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility.
A quick look at Y Fron
The nearest other location we cover is Moel-tryfan, around 1 km to the north.
Practice signals around Y Fron
There is no orthodontist on our records in Y Fron itself. The nearest recorded are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 12 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 24 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 26 miles away.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Moel-tryfan, Nantlle, Penyffridd, Rhosgadfan, Rhos Isaf, and Rhostryfan are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Y Fron
Orthodontic treatment in Y Fron is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Y Fron
What's available in Y Fron depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Officially, Y Fron is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Y Fron falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census data puts 20.2% of Y Fron's population at under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Y Fron, 7.9% of the 1,939 residents are aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Y Fron; the nearest is about 12 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Y Fron among Wales's more deprived areas. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Y Fron
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Y Fron has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Y Fron — Local Context
Orthodontic practices in and around Y Fron vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Officially, Y Fron is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Y Fron falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Y Fron's under-16 share sits at 20.2%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,939 residents in the neighbourhood around Y Fron, 7.9% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.6% average across Gwynedd. People in Y Fron usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. Y Fron's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Wales. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Y Fron itself. The nearest we do hold are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 12 miles away; Llandudno Smiles, about 24 miles away; and Clytha Clinic in Colwyn Bay, about 26 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Y Fron. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Y Fron
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Y Fron, Gwynedd. You can also browse nearby location pages including Moel-tryfan, Nantlle, Penyffridd, Rhosgadfan, Rhos Isaf, and Rhostryfan.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Y Fron
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Y Fron often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Y Fron?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Y Fron is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 12.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Llandudno Smiles (24.1 miles) and The Dental Studio (24.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Y Fron?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Y Fron, 0 practices within 10 miles and 1 practice within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 12.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Y Fron?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Y Fron, Gwynedd?
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 Y Fron, Gwynedd?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.