Orthodontic practices near Yardro
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of Yardro. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 21.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 21.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 21.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 21.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 21.4 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 21.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 21.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 21.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 21.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Yardro at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Powys |
| NHS dental services | Powys Teaching 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,684 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.7% aged 16 to 24 and 20.5% 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 | 11 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 Sir Powys | 248th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.6% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest secondary schools | Lady Hawkins' School — 4.5 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford — 21 miles Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 33 miles The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre, Monmouth — 34 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 45 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Nearest general dentist | mydentist — 9 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 Yardro
Yardro is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 21.2 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Willows Dentistry (21.3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 5 of the practices around Yardro list clear aligners, the nearest 21.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Yardro are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, 21.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Yardro to St.Owen Dental Studio 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 550 to 1,100 miles and 15 to 30 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £250 to £495 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 330 to 550 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 Yardro
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Orthodontist in Yardro: This page was put together for people in Yardro who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Sir Powys, not just Yardro.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Harpton, New Radnor, Dolyhir, Gladestry, Burlingjobb, and Old Radnor.
The local picture in Yardro
By ONS classification, Yardro falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Yardro falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Census data puts only 13.6% of Yardro's population at under 16, below the typical share. In the census neighbourhood around Yardro, 5.6% of the 1,684 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. Yardro has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 21 miles away. The closest secondary schools to Yardro are Lady Hawkins' School (4.5 miles). Yardro sits close to the Wales average for deprivation.
Local provider signals in Yardro
There is no orthodontist on our records in Yardro itself. The nearest recorded are St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 21 miles away; Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 33 miles away; and The Mayhill Dental & Specialist Centre in Monmouth, about 34 miles away.
Local snapshot of Yardro
The nearest other location we cover is Harpton, around 1 km to the north-east.
All Orthodontic Options in Yardro Explained
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Yardro can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Yardro
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Yardro practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Yardro
Orthodontic treatment in Yardro 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Yardro
No orthodontic practice covers Yardro directly, though mydentist (about 9 miles away) is the nearest dentist and can usually point patients toward orthodontic care locally. Yardro — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Powys Teaching Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts only 13.6% of Yardro's population at under 16, below the typical share. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.6% of the 1,684 residents in Yardro's census neighbourhood, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Yardro has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 21 miles away. Families in Yardro are served by secondary schools including Lady Hawkins' School (4.5 miles). By national deprivation ranking, Yardro is roughly mid-table for Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Yardro. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Yardro
These links help widen your research beyond Yardro, Sir Powys if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Harpton, New Radnor, Dolyhir, Gladestry, Burlingjobb, and Old Radnor.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Yardro
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Yardro often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Yardro?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Yardro is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 21.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Willows Dentistry (21.3 miles) and Evans Morton & Evans Orthodontics (21.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Yardro?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Yardro, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 21.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Yardro?
The nearest practice to Yardro that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Willows Dentistry in Hereford, about 21.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (21.4 miles) and Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (21.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Yardro, Sir Powys?
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 Yardro, Sir Powys?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.