Orthodontic practices near LD2
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of LD2. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 26.1 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 26.1 miles south | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 28.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 29.2 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 29.3 miles east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| St Martins Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 29.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (167 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 29.5 miles east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 29.5 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 29.6 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LD2 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 26.1 miles south; the next are Hirwaun (28.3 miles south) and Glyn-neath (29.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 26.1 miles south |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 28.3 miles south |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 29.2 miles south |
| Hereford | 5 | 29.3 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LD2
LD2 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 26.1 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.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (28.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Willows Dentistry (29.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around LD2 list clear aligners, the nearest 28.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LD2 are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 29.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LD2 to Prince Charles Hospital is roughly 60 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 680 to 1,360 miles and 20 to 40 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £305 to £610 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 410 to 680 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LD2 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,077 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 15 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 26 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 28 miles Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 29 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 60 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | LD1, LD4, LD3, LD6, LD5, HR3, HR5, NP8 |
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.
Teeth straightening near LD2
People searching from LD2 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 LD2 is Builth Wells.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LD2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LD2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LD2 is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 26.1 miles to the south. The next closest are Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (28.3 miles) and Dental Lounge Glynneath (29.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LD2?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LD2, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 26.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LD2?
The nearest practice to LD2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 29.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include St Martins Dental & Implant Clinic (29.4 miles) and Willows Dentistry (29.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the LD2 postcode district?
Places in or next to LD2 include Builth Wells, Llanddewi'r Cwm, Llanfaredd, Builth Road, Cwmbach Llechrhyd, Maesmynis, Alltmawr and Aberedw.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LD2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Builth Wells, Sir Powys, 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 LD2?
Yes, patients around Builth Wells, Sir Powys can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.