Orthodontic practices near LL21
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of LL21; 12 practices within 20. The closest is Dant Y Coed Dental Practice in Rhosllannerchrugog, 14.9 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dant Y Coed Dental PracticeRhosllannerchrugog | 14.9 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (84 reviews) |
| Grosvenor OrthodonticsMold | 16.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | – |
| Grosvenor Place Dental PracticeMold | 16.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (12 reviews) |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 16.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (50 reviews) |
| Ramada Plaza by Wyndham WrexhamWrexham | 17.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.2 (1,133 reviews) |
| Wrexham Dental WorksWrexham | 17.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (162 reviews) |
| Signature SmilesWrexham | 17.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 3.9 (32 reviews) |
| Ruabon Road Dental PracticeWrexham | 17.4 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (1,255 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LL21 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Rhosllannerchrugog, 14.9 miles east; the next are Mold (16.6 miles north-east) and Wrexham (17.1 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Rhosllannerchrugog | 1 | 14.9 miles east |
| Mold | 3 | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Wrexham | 4 | 17.1 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of LL21
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ruabon Road Dental Practice in Wrexham (4.8 from 1,255 reviews), 17.4 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ruabon Road Dental PracticeWrexham | 4.8 (1,255 reviews) | 17.4 miles east |
| Wrexham Dental WorksWrexham | 4.7 (162 reviews) | 17.2 miles east |
| Bryn Siriol Dental PracticeMold | 4.7 (50 reviews) | 16.6 miles north-east |
| Dant Y Coed Dental PracticeRhosllannerchrugog | 4.6 (84 reviews) | 14.9 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LL21
The nearest practice to LL21 is Dant Y Coed Dental Practice in Rhosllannerchrugog, 14.9 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. 12 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Wrexham Dental Works (17.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around LL21 list clear aligners, the nearest 14.9 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 LL21 are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, 16.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LL21 to Dant Y Coed Dental Practice is roughly 35 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 390 to 770 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £175 to £345 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 230 to 390 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 18% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LL21 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Denbighshire |
| NHS dental services | Betsi Cadwaladr University 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 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,245 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 28.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 18% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 82 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dant Y Coed Dental Practice, Rhosllannerchrugog — 15 miles Grosvenor Orthodontics, Mold — 17 miles Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Wrexham, Wrexham — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 12 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LL15, LL16, LL23, LL20, LL17, SY22, SY10, LL18 |
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 LL21
Patients in the LL21 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for LL21 is Rug.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LL21
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LL21?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LL21 is Dant Y Coed Dental Practice in Rhosllannerchrugog, about 14.9 miles to the east. The next closest are Grosvenor Orthodontics (16.6 miles) and Grosvenor Place Dental Practice (16.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LL21?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LL21, 0 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Rhosllannerchrugog, 14.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LL21?
The nearest practice to LL21 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Bryn Siriol Dental Practice in Mold, about 16.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Wrexham Dental Works (17.2 miles) and Signature Smiles (17.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the LL21 postcode district?
Places in or next to LL21 include Rug, Ty'n-y-cefn, Druid, Cynwyd, Clawdd Poncen, Corwen, Dinmael and Bonwm.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LL21 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Rug, Denbighshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
Neither is universally better — it depends on the movements your teeth need. Aligners suit many mild-to-moderate cases; braces handle complex ones more predictably.
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.