Orthodontic practices near Ystradfellte
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ystradfellte; 5 practices within 10 and 19 practices within 20. The closest is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, 5.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 5.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 7.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 8.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 8.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 10.1 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 16.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (243 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 17.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ystradfellte with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hirwaun, 5.3 miles south; the next are Glyn-neath (5.6 miles south-west) and Merthyr Tydfil (7.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hirwaun | 1 | 5.3 miles south |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 5.6 miles south-west |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 7.7 miles south-east |
| Aberdare | 2 | 8.0 miles south-east |
| Crynant | 1 | 10.1 miles south-west |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 16.7 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 Ystradfellte
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), 5.3 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 5.3 miles south |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 19.5 miles south-east |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) | 18.2 miles south-east |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 4.9 (564 reviews) | 20.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ystradfellte 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 | 13.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,081 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.8% aged 16 to 24 and 24.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 18 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Sir Powys | 19th closest to an orthodontic practice of 424 places in the county (the county median is 19.1 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.3 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in Wales |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 5.4% here, against 6.1% across neighbourhoods in Sir Powys |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 26 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 5 miles Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 6 miles Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 19 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 Ystradfellte
From Ystradfellte the nearest practice is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, 5.3 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 19.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (18.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Ystradfellte list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 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 Ystradfellte are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 5.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 26 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ystradfellte to Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ystradfellte
Sir Powys12 nearby locationsResearch orthodontic options in Ystradfellte
Orthodontist in Ystradfellte: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Ystradfellte understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Sir Powys.
Area profile for Ystradfellte
By ONS classification, Ystradfellte falls under smaller rural: Further from a major town or city. For NHS dental services, Ystradfellte falls under Powys Teaching Health Board. Ystradfellte has a smaller share of children than most areas — 13.7% of residents are under 16. In the census neighbourhood around Ystradfellte, 5.4% of the 2,081 residents are aged 10 to 15, below the 6.1% average across Sir Powys, the age band in which most NHS orthodontic treatment begins. People in Ystradfellte usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. Ystradfellte's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ystradfellte is University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 26 miles away.
Practice signals around Ystradfellte
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ystradfellte. The nearest we do hold are Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 5 miles away; Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 6 miles away; and Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 8 miles away.
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About Ystradfellte
The nearest other location we cover is Penderyn, around 6 km to the south.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ystradfellte
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Ystradfellte helps you ask the right questions. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Ystradfellte — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Ystradfellte Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ystradfellte has the full spectrum of options. 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.
How to Choose in Ystradfellte
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 Ystradfellte practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ystradfellte. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ystradfellte
This part of the page places Ystradfellte, Sir Powys in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can also browse nearby location pages including Penderyn, Pontbren Llwyd, Pontneddfechan, Twyn Bryn-hîr, Rhigos, and Cwm-hwnt.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ystradfellte
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ystradfellte often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ystradfellte?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ystradfellte is Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Hirwaun, about 5.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Dental Lounge Glynneath (5.6 miles) and Prince Charles Hospital (7.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ystradfellte?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ystradfellte, 5 practices within 10 miles and 19 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hirwaun, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ystradfellte?
The nearest practice to Ystradfellte that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 5.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Taf Dental (16.7 miles) and Talbot Road Dental Practice (18.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ystradfellte, Sir Powys?
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 Ystradfellte, Sir Powys?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.