Orthodontic practices near Ynyshir
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Ynyshir, 16 practices within 10 and 64 practices within 20. The closest is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, 3.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 3.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (243 reviews) |
| Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd | 6.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 6.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 6.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Compton HouseCoity | 7.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.2 (83 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 7.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 7.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 7.7 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (761 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ynyshir with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pontypridd, 3.2 miles east; the next are Aberdare (6.5 miles north) and Coity (7.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pontypridd | 2 | 3.2 miles east |
| Aberdare | 2 | 6.5 miles north |
| Coity | 3 | 7.5 miles south-west |
| Caerphilly | 4 | 7.6 miles east |
| Hengoed | 1 | 7.6 miles east |
| Radyr | 1 | 8.7 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 Ynyshir
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), 9.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 9.2 miles north-west |
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 12.1 miles south-east |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 7.7 miles east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 11.8 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ynyshir at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| NHS dental services | Cwm Taf Morgannwg University 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 | 16.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,409 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10% aged 16 to 24 and 30.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 22.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 987 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 61% of towns in Wales |
| Access within Rhondda Cynon Taf | 67th closest to an orthodontic practice of 118 places in the county (the county median is 3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.2 miles away, closer than 73% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.9% here, against 7.2% across neighbourhoods in Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 12 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Taf Dental, Pontypridd — 3 miles Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd, Aberdare — 6 miles Compton House, Coity — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 64 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 Ynyshir
Ynyshir is 3.2 miles from Taf Dental in Pontypridd, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 64.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: The Smile Dentist (7.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (9.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Ynyshir list clear aligners, the nearest 3.2 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 Ynyshir are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, 3.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ynyshir
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If you are looking for an orthodontist in Ynyshir, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Ynyshir itself or elsewhere in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Practice data for Ynyshir
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ynyshir itself. The nearest recorded are Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 3 miles away; Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, about 6 miles away; and Compton House in Coity, about 8 miles away.
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Nearby location pages including Glynfach, Britannia, Porth, Wattstown, Trebanog, and Edmondstown can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Area profile for Ynyshir
Ynyshir is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Ynyshir sits within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. Census data puts 16.2% of Ynyshir's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,409 residents in the neighbourhood around Ynyshir, 5.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Ynyshir has 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, more than 61% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Ynyshir is roughly mid-table for Wales. The nearest university dental hospital to Ynyshir is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff, about 12 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local snapshot of Ynyshir
Just around 1 km south, Glynfach is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
The Orthodontic Journey in Ynyshir
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ynyshir can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
What to Ask Before You Commit in Ynyshir
- Why this treatment specifically, and what alternatives were considered?
- What's the realistic timeline for a case like mine?
- Does the quoted fee cover retainers, refinements and emergency visits, or are those extra?
- What happens to the price if treatment runs longer than planned?
- What retainer will I be given, and for how long am I expected to wear it?
- Is a payment plan available, and on what terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ynyshir
What's available in Ynyshir depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. ONS classifies Ynyshir as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. 16.2% of Ynyshir's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,409 residents in the neighbourhood around Ynyshir, 5.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Rhondda Cynon Taf. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Ynyshir is better served than 61% of towns in Wales. By national deprivation ranking, Ynyshir is roughly mid-table for Wales. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ynyshir is about 12 miles from University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
All Orthodontic Options in Ynyshir Explained
Patients in Ynyshir have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Ynyshir — Local Context
Provision in Ynyshir varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Ynyshir is classified as urban: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. Census data puts 16.2% of Ynyshir's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,409 residents in the neighbourhood around Ynyshir, 5.9% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 7.2% average across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Ynyshir has 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, more than 61% of towns in Wales. Ynyshir sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ynyshir is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ynyshir. The nearest we do hold are Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 3 miles away; Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd in Aberdare, about 6 miles away; and Compton House in Coity, about 8 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ynyshir. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ynyshir
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Ynyshir, Rhondda Cynon Taf with surrounding locations. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Glynfach, Britannia, Porth, Wattstown, Trebanog, and Edmondstown.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ynyshir
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ynyshir often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ynyshir?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ynyshir is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 3.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Abertridwr Dental Surgery (6.2 miles) and Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare Ltd (6.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ynyshir?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Ynyshir, 16 practices within 10 miles and 64 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ynyshir?
The nearest practice to Ynyshir that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 3.2 miles to the east. Others nearby include Compton House (7.5 miles) and Parklands Dental Practice (7.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ynyshir, Rhondda Cynon Taf?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ynyshir, Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.