Orthodontic practices near CF5
On our practice register: 19 practices within 5 miles of CF5, 32 practices within 10 and 61 practices within 20. The closest is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, 0.5 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 0.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (940 reviews) |
| Super Smile Dental - CantonCardiff | 1.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.6 (63 reviews) |
| Cathedral Dental ClinicCardiff | 2.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (198 reviews) |
| Cathedral OrthodonticsCardiff | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (51 reviews) |
| Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial AestheticsCardiff | 2.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (59 reviews) |
| RetiredCardiff | 2.2 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 2.8 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (294 reviews) |
| Park Place Dental PracticeCardiff | 3.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (775 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CF5
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff (5.0 from 940 reviews), 0.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Cosmetic DentistryCardiff | 5.0 (940 reviews) | 0.5 miles east |
| Birchgrove Dental PracticeCardiff | 5.0 (294 reviews) | 2.8 miles north-east |
| Park Place Dental PracticeCardiff | 4.9 (775 reviews) | 3.0 miles east |
| Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial AestheticsCardiff | 4.8 (59 reviews) | 2.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CF5
CF5 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 32 practices, and within 20 there are 61.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (2.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Birchgrove Dental Practice (2.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around CF5 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 CF5 are commissioned by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 3 miles away.
CF5 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Cardiff |
| NHS dental services | Cardiff and Vale 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 | More deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 20.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,434 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 12.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 34.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 5,601 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 24.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 3 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry, Cardiff — under a mile South Wales Specialist Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Centre, Radyr — 4 miles Castle Court Dental Care, Dinas Powys — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 32 within 10 miles, 61 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CF11, CF91, CF14, CF15, CF63, CF10, CF64, CF95 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the CF5 area
Patients in the CF5 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CF5 is Culverhouse Cross.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CF5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CF5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CF5 is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 0.5 miles to the east. The next closest are Super Smile Dental - Canton (1.7 miles) and Cathedral Dental Clinic (2.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CF5?
Our register has 19 practices within 5 miles of CF5, 32 practices within 10 miles and 61 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CF5?
The nearest practice to CF5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bamboo Cosmetic Dentistry in Cardiff, about 0.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Cathedral Orthodontics (2.2 miles) and Perlau Gwyn Dental Care & Facial Aesthetics (2.2 miles).
Which places are in or near the CF5 postcode district?
Places in or next to CF5 include Culverhouse Cross, Saint Fagans, Llandaff, Michaelston-super-Ely, Twyn-yr-odyn, Wenvoe, Drope and Michaelston-le-Pit.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CF5 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Culverhouse Cross, Cardiff, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near CF5?
Treatment type, case complexity, bite correction, brace or aligner choice, refinements, retainers and clinic pricing all affect the final cost.
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.