Orthodontic practices near Ynys-uchaf
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Ynys-uchaf, 2 practices within 10 and 28 practices within 20. The closest is Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, 4.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 4.2 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 5.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 10.5 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Dunes Dental CareBriton Ferry | 13.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 3.8 (46 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 13.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 13.8 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Talbot Road Dental PracticePort Talbot | 14.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (68 reviews) |
| Neat Teeth OrthodonticsSwansea | 14.1 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (97 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ynys-uchaf with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Crynant, 4.2 miles south; the next are Glyn-neath (5.7 miles south-east) and Hirwaun (10.5 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Crynant | 1 | 4.2 miles south |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 5.7 miles south-east |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 10.5 miles east |
| Briton Ferry | 1 | 13.3 miles south |
| Aberdare | 2 | 13.6 miles south-east |
| Port Talbot | 1 | 14.0 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ynys-uchaf
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun (5.0 from 1,268 reviews), 10.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 10.5 miles east |
| Mumbles Dental HouseBishopston | 4.9 (212 reviews) | 18.3 miles south-west |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 13.8 miles south-east |
| West Coast Dental CareDunvant | 4.9 (71 reviews) | 15.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ynys-uchaf 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) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,420 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.2% aged 16 to 24 and 26.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 148 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 27.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Sir Powys | 11th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.2 miles away, closer than 66% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.3% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 31 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 4 miles Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 6 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 10 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 28 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 Ynys-uchaf
Ynys-uchaf is 4.2 miles from Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 28.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (10.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (19.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ynys-uchaf list clear aligners, the nearest 5.7 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 Ynys-uchaf are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 5.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 31 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ynys-uchaf
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Orthodontist in Ynys-uchaf: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Ynys-uchaf understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Sir Powys.
Local orthodontic signals in Ynys-uchaf
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ynys-uchaf itself. The closest on record are Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 4 miles away; Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 6 miles away; and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 10 miles away.
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You can also compare treatment pages for Cae'r-bont, Ynys-isaf, Pen-rhôs, Cwmgiedd, Gorof, and Glan-rhyd if you are weighing up more than one location.
The local picture in Ynys-uchaf
Classified by ONS as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, Ynys-uchaf sits within Powys Teaching Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census figures show 16.6% of the local population is under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,420 residents in the neighbourhood around Ynys-uchaf, 6.3% of them aged 10 to 15, close to the 6.1% average across Sir Powys. Measured by orthodontic practice within five miles (1), Ynys-uchaf has more choice than 61% of towns in Wales. National deprivation data puts Ynys-uchaf close to the Wales median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ynys-uchaf is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 31 miles away.
Facts about Ynys-uchaf
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ynys-uchaf
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ynys-uchaf has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. 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 Ynys-uchaf
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Ynys-uchaf — 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 Ynys-uchaf
Many people in Ynys-uchaf delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Ynys-uchaf 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 Ynys-uchaf. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ynys-uchaf
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ynys-uchaf often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ynys-uchaf?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ynys-uchaf is Cwmdulais Dental Centre in Crynant, about 4.2 miles to the south. The next closest are Dental Lounge Glynneath (5.7 miles) and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (10.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ynys-uchaf?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Ynys-uchaf, 2 practices within 10 miles and 28 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ynys-uchaf?
The nearest practice to Ynys-uchaf that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 5.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Talbot Road Dental Practice (14.0 miles) and Neat Teeth Orthodontics (14.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ynys-uchaf, Sir Powys?
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 Ynys-uchaf, Sir Powys?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.