Orthodontic practices near Ysbyty Ifan
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ysbyty Ifan; 4 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, 19.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 19.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 19.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 19.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 19.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 20.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 21.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 21.3 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 22.0 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ysbyty Ifan with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colwyn Bay, 19.0 miles north; the next are Bodelwyddan (19.9 miles north-east) and Saint Asaph (20.2 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 19.0 miles north |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 19.9 miles north-east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 20.2 miles north-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 21.2 miles north |
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 22.0 miles north-west |
| Rhyl | 1 | 23.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ysbyty Ifan
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is The Bay Orthodontics in Colwyn Bay (4.9 from 37 reviews), 19.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 19.0 miles north |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 19.0 miles north |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 4.3 (54 reviews) | 19.3 miles north |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 3.4 (539 reviews) | 19.9 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ysbyty Ifan at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Conwy |
| 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,468 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 26.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 8 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Conwy | 114th closest to an orthodontic practice of 115 places in the county (the county median is 6.2 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.7% here, against 6.3% across neighbourhoods in Conwy |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Care, Colwyn Bay — 19 miles Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 20 miles Willows Dental and Implant Practice, Saint Asaph — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 4 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 Ysbyty Ifan
Ysbyty Ifan is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, 19 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. 4 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (22 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 8 of the practices around Ysbyty Ifan list clear aligners, the nearest 19 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Ysbyty Ifan are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, 23.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ysbyty Ifan to Dental Care is roughly 40 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 490 to 990 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £220 to £445 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 300 to 490 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ysbyty Ifan
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Orthodontist in Ysbyty Ifan: This page was put together for people in Ysbyty Ifan who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Ysbyty Ifan itself or elsewhere in Conwy.
What official data says about Ysbyty Ifan
Officially, Ysbyty Ifan is categorised as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ysbyty Ifan. Census figures show 16% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 5.7% of the 1,468 residents in Ysbyty Ifan's census neighbourhood, below the 6.3% average across Conwy. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ysbyty Ifan; the nearest is about 19 miles away. Ysbyty Ifan's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole.
Local treatment availability around Ysbyty Ifan
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ysbyty Ifan itself. The closest on record are Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 19 miles away; Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 20 miles away; and Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 20 miles away.
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About Ysbyty Ifan
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The Orthodontic Journey in Ysbyty Ifan
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ysbyty Ifan can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ysbyty Ifan
Practices serving Ysbyty Ifan differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. Ysbyty Ifan is classified as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Census figures show 16% of the local population is under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Ysbyty Ifan, 5.7% of the 1,468 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Conwy, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Ysbyty Ifan usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 19 miles away. National deprivation data puts Ysbyty Ifan close to the Wales median. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ysbyty Ifan
Patients in Ysbyty Ifan have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Ysbyty Ifan — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Ysbyty Ifan. By ONS classification, Ysbyty Ifan falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. NHS dental commissioning in Ysbyty Ifan falls under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. 16% of Ysbyty Ifan's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,468 residents in the neighbourhood around Ysbyty Ifan, 5.7% of them aged 10 to 15, below the 6.3% average across Conwy. People in Ysbyty Ifan usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 19 miles away. Ysbyty Ifan sits close to the Wales average for deprivation. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ysbyty Ifan. The nearest we do hold are Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 19 miles away; Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan, about 20 miles away; and Willows Dental and Implant Practice in Saint Asaph, about 20 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ysbyty Ifan. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ysbyty Ifan
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ysbyty Ifan
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ysbyty Ifan often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ysbyty Ifan?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ysbyty Ifan is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 19.0 miles to the north. The next closest are The Bay Orthodontics (19.0 miles) and Clytha Clinic (19.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ysbyty Ifan?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ysbyty Ifan, 0 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Colwyn Bay, 19.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ysbyty Ifan?
The nearest practice to Ysbyty Ifan that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bod Heulog Dental Practice in Rhyl, about 23.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Bryn Siriol Dental Practice (26.3 miles) and Signature Smiles (29.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ysbyty Ifan, Conwy?
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 Ysbyty Ifan, Conwy?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.