Orthodontic practices near LD5
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of LD5. The closest is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 26.3 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 26.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 27.0 miles south | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | CrownsHirwaun | 27.3 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (1,268 reviews) |
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 27.9 miles south | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Swan Dental PracticeAberdare | 29.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 29.6 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LD5 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Glyn-neath, 26.3 miles south; the next are Merthyr Tydfil (27.0 miles south) and Hirwaun (27.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 26.3 miles south |
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 27.0 miles south |
| Hirwaun | 1 | 27.3 miles south |
| Crynant | 1 | 27.9 miles south |
| Aberdare | 2 | 29.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LD5
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of LD5; the nearest is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 26.3 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (27.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around LD5 list clear aligners, the nearest 26.3 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 LD5 are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, 26.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LD5 to Dental Lounge Glynneath 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 1,370 miles and 20 to 40 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £305 to £615 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 9.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LD5 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 13% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,765 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 | 5.6% aged 16 to 24 and 21.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 7 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 26 miles Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 27 miles Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns, Hirwaun — 27 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 60 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | LD4, SA20, LD6, LD2, LD1, LD3, SY25, SA19 |
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 LD5 area
Patients in the LD5 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 LD5 is Llanwrtyd Wells.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LD5
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LD5?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LD5 is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 26.3 miles to the south. The next closest are Prince Charles Hospital (27.0 miles) and Jamil Dental│New Patients | Emergency Appointments | Implants | Dentures | Crowns (27.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LD5?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LD5, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Glyn-neath, 26.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LD5?
The nearest practice to LD5 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental Lounge Glynneath in Glyn-neath, about 26.3 miles to the south.
Which places are in or near the LD5 postcode district?
Places in or next to LD5 include Llanwrtyd Wells, Cefn-gorwydd, Llanwrtyd, Beulah, Abergwesyn, Tirabad, Llangammarch Wells and Troedrhiwdalar.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LD5 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Llanwrtyd Wells, 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 LD5?
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.