Orthodontic practices near CF82
On our practice register: 7 practices within 5 miles of CF82, 25 practices within 10 and 60 practices within 20. The closest is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, 0.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 0.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 2.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 3.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (761 reviews) |
| Abertridwr Dental SurgeryPontypridd | 4.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.1 (9 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 4.2 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 4.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (564 reviews) |
| Parklands Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 4.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (147 reviews) |
| Northview Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 5.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (965 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CF82 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hengoed, 0.6 miles south; the next are Blackwood (2.1 miles north-east) and Caerphilly (3.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hengoed | 1 | 0.6 miles south |
| Blackwood | 1 | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Caerphilly | 3 | 3.1 miles south |
| Pontypridd | 1 | 4.1 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 4.2 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CF82
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), 3.1 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsCaerphilly | 5.0 (761 reviews) | 3.1 miles south |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) | 2.1 miles north-east |
| Northview Dental PracticeCaerphilly | 4.9 (965 reviews) | 5.3 miles south |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 4.9 (564 reviews) | 4.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CF82
CF82 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Smart Smiles in Hengoed is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 25 practices, and within 20 there are 60.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Orthodontics (4.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (2.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around CF82 list clear aligners, the nearest 2.1 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 CF82 are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, 2.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 10 miles away.
CF82 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Caerphilly |
| NHS dental services | Aneurin Bevan 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 | 17.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 9,625 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 8% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.6% aged 16 to 24 and 34.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 17.7% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,955 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 10 miles |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 1 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Smart Smiles, Hengoed — under a mile Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre, Blackwood — 2 miles Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Caerphilly — 3 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 25 within 10 miles, 60 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NP12, CF81, CF46, CF83, NP24, NP11, CF37, NP22 |
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 CF82 area
People searching from CF82 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CF82 is Hengoed.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CF82
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CF82?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CF82 is Smart Smiles in Hengoed, about 0.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (2.1 miles) and Astro Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (3.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CF82?
Our register has 7 practices within 5 miles of CF82, 25 practices within 10 miles and 60 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CF82?
The nearest practice to CF82 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 2.1 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Bridge Orthodontics (4.2 miles) and Parklands Dental Practice (4.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the CF82 postcode district?
Places in or next to CF82 include Hengoed, Tredomen, Ystrad Mynach, Tir-y-berth, Maesycwmmer, Penybryn, Pen-pedair-heol and Fleur-de-lis.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CF82 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Hengoed, Caerphilly County Borough, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near CF82?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.