Orthodontic practices near LD3
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of LD3; 5 practices within 20. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 13.6 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 13.6 miles south | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 16.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 17.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 17.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 18.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 21.8 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 22.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 22.6 miles south-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 LD3 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 13.6 miles south; the next are Hirwaun (16.5 miles south) and Aberdare (17.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 13.6 miles south |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 16.5 miles south |
| Aberdare | 2 | 17.4 miles south |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 18.6 miles south-west |
| Blackwood | 1 | 21.8 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 22.6 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 LD3
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), 16.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) | 16.5 miles south |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 17.5 miles south |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 4.7 (14 reviews) | 17.4 miles south |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 4.6 (339 reviews) | 18.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LD3
The nearest practice to LD3 is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 13.6 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. 5 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (16.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (21.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around LD3 list clear aligners, the nearest 16.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LD3 are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 18.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 32 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LD3 to Prince Charles Hospital is roughly 30 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 350 to 710 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £160 to £320 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 350 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LD3 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 14.5% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,880 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 30.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 48 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 16.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 32 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 14 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 16 miles Swan Dental Practice, Aberdare — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 5 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LD2, CF47, CF48, NP22, NP8, LD4, NP23, CF44 |
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 LD3 area
Most LD3 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 LD3 is Llanddew.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LD3
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LD3?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LD3 is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 13.6 miles to the south. The next closest are Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (16.5 miles) and Swan Dental Practice (17.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LD3?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LD3, 0 practices within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 13.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LD3?
The nearest practice to LD3 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 18.6 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (21.8 miles) and Bridge Orthodontics (22.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the LD3 postcode district?
Places in or next to LD3 include Llanddew, Pontwilym, Warle, Brecon, Llechfaen, Garthbrengy, Talachddu and Cantref.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LD3 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Llanddew, Sir Powys, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near LD3?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.