Orthodontic practices near LL26
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of LL26; 9 practices within 20. The closest is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, 11.0 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 11.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 11.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 11.2 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 12.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 12.8 miles north | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Glan Clwyd HospitalBodelwyddan | 15.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.4 (539 reviews) |
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 15.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 16.2 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.7 (56 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LL26 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Colwyn Bay, 11.0 miles north; the next are Llandudno (12.7 miles north) and Bodelwyddan (15.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 11.0 miles north |
| Llandudno | 2 | 12.7 miles north |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 15.1 miles north-east |
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 15.4 miles north-west |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 16.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of LL26
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 12.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 12.7 miles north |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 4.9 (37 reviews) | 11.0 miles north |
| Willows Dental and Implant PracticeSaint Asaph | 4.7 (56 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-east |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 4.7 (49 reviews) | 11.0 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LL26
From LL26 the nearest practice is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, 11 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 9 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (15.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 3 of the practices around LL26 list clear aligners, the nearest 11 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 LL26 are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Liverpool University Dental Hospital in Liverpool, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LL26 to Dental Care is roughly 25 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 290 to 570 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £130 to £255 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 170 to 290 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 15.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LL26 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Conwy |
| 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,838 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.1% aged 16 to 24 and 27.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 15.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 25 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Liverpool University Dental Hospital, Liverpool — 39 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Dental Care, Colwyn Bay — 11 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 13 miles Glan Clwyd Hospital, Bodelwyddan — 15 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LL27, LL24, LL25, LL32, LL28, LL31, LL29, LL30 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in LL26
People searching from LL26 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for LL26 is Pentre-tafarn-y-fedw.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LL26
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LL26?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LL26 is Dental Care in Colwyn Bay, about 11.0 miles to the north. The next closest are The Bay Orthodontics (11.0 miles) and Clytha Clinic (11.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LL26?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LL26, 0 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Colwyn Bay, 11.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LL26?
None of the practices within 30 miles lists NHS orthodontic treatment in its published information. Ask your dentist about a referral — NHS places are allocated through referral, not by contacting a practice directly.
Which places are in or near the LL26 postcode district?
Places in or next to LL26 include Pentre-tafarn-y-fedw, Llanrwst, Llanddoget, Melin-y-coed, Nant-y-Rhiw, Llanrhychwyn, Trefriw and Maenan.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LL26 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Pentre-tafarn-y-fedw, Conwy, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near LL26?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.