Orthodontic practices near CF46
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of CF46, 14 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, 3.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 3.2 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 4.4 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (243 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 4.6 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 4.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (761 reviews) |
| Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd | 4.9 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 6.1 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 6.7 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 6.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (564 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CF46 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hengoed, 3.2 miles south-east; the next are Pontypridd (4.4 miles south) and Blackwood (4.6 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hengoed | 1 | 3.2 miles south-east |
| Pontypridd | 2 | 4.4 miles south |
| Blackwood | 1 | 4.6 miles east |
| Caerphilly | 2 | 4.9 miles south-east |
| Newbridge | 2 | 6.7 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CF46
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns in Caerphilly (5.0 from 761 reviews), 4.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 4.9 miles south-east |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) | 4.6 miles east |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 4.9 (564 reviews) | 6.7 miles east |
| Taf DentalPontypridd | 4.9 (243 reviews) | 4.4 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CF46
CF46 is 3.2 miles from Smart Smiles in Hengoed, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 14 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Orthodontics (6.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (4.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around CF46 list clear aligners, the nearest 4.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CF46 are commissioned by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, 4.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 12 miles away.
CF46 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Merthyr Tydfil |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 12.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,684 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.5% aged 16 to 24 and 31.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 880 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 12 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smart Smiles, Hengoed — 3 miles Taf Dental, Pontypridd — 4 miles Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre, Blackwood — 5 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 14 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CF45, CF82, CF81, CF37, NP24, NP12, CF48, CF38 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in CF46
Most CF46 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CF46 is Pentwyn Berthlwyd.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CF46
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CF46?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CF46 is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, about 3.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Taf Dental (4.4 miles) and Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (4.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CF46?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of CF46, 14 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CF46?
The nearest practice to CF46 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Taf Dental in Pontypridd, about 4.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (4.6 miles) and Parklands Dental Practice (6.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the CF46 postcode district?
Places in or next to CF46 include Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Trelewis, Goitre Coed, Quakers Yard, Treharris, Taff Merthyr Garden Village, Tai'r-heol and Edwardsville.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CF46 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near CF46?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Pentwyn Berthlwyd, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, subject to clinical suitability.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.