Orthodontic practices near LD7
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of LD7. The closest is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 25.9 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Owen Dental StudioHereford | 25.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.7 (21 reviews) |
| Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant CentreHereford | 25.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (146 reviews) |
| Willows DentistryHereford | 25.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Evans Morton & Evans OrthodonticsHereford | 26.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 2.9 (16 reviews) |
| Hereford Dental & Implant ClinicHereford | 26.0 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (314 reviews) |
| Brighton Villa Dental CareHereford | 26.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
| Dr Kathryn Ryan Restorative DentistHereford | 26.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 26.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LD7 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Hereford, 25.9 miles south-east; the next are Shrewsbury (26.0 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Hereford | 7 | 25.9 miles south-east |
| Shrewsbury | 1 | 26.0 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LD7
LD7 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, 25.9 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: Willows Dentistry (25.9 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 3 of the practices around LD7 list clear aligners, the nearest 25.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LD7 are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, 25.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LD7 to St.Owen Dental Studio 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 670 to 1,350 miles and 20 to 40 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £300 to £610 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 400 to 670 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LD7 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 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,740 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 4.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 23.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 13 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | St.Owen Dental Studio, Hereford — 26 miles Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 26 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 28 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 60 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | LD8, HR5, SY9, SY15, SY7, HR3, SY16, LD1 |
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 LD7
People searching from LD7 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 LD7 is Knucklas.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LD7
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LD7?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LD7 is St.Owen Dental Studio in Hereford, about 25.9 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre (25.9 miles) and Willows Dentistry (25.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LD7?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LD7, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Hereford, 25.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LD7?
The nearest practice to LD7 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Tupsley Dental Practice and Implant Centre in Hereford, about 25.9 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Willows Dentistry (25.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the LD7 postcode district?
Places in or next to LD7 include Knucklas, Lloyney, Heyope, Llanvair Waterdine, Knighton, Tref-y-Clawdd, Rhos-y-meirch and Pilleth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LD7 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Knucklas, Sir Powys, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.