Nearest places to LL43 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 31.7 miles north; the next are Colwyn Bay (39.0 miles north-east) and Llandudno (39.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 31.7 miles north |
| Colwyn Bay | 1 | 39.0 miles north-east |
| Llandudno | 1 | 39.4 miles north |
| Bodelwyddan | 1 | 42.3 miles north-east |
| Saint Asaph | 1 | 42.8 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LL43
LL43 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 31.7 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: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (31.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around LL43 list clear aligners, the nearest 31.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around LL43 are commissioned by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from LL43 to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 70 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 820 to 1,650 miles and 23 to 47 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £370 to £740 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 490 to 820 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 12.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
LL43 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Gwynedd |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 12.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,383 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.3% aged 16 to 24 and 18.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 12.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 21 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 32 miles Dental Care, Colwyn Bay — 39 miles Llandudno Smiles, Llandudno — 39 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 70 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | LL44, LL45, LL42, LL46, LL38, LL39, LL37, LL47 |
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 LL43 area
Patients in the LL43 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 LL43 is Tal-y-bont.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LL43
Which orthodontic practices are closest to LL43?
Measured in a straight line from the centre of the LL43 district, the nearest on our register are Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge (31.7 miles), Dental Care in Colwyn Bay (39 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (39.4 miles).
Is NHS orthodontic treatment free near LL43?
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers. NHS dental services for LL43 sit under Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Which places are in or near the LL43 postcode district?
Places in or next to LL43 include Tal-y-bont, Dyffryn, Llanddwywe, Coed Ystumgwern, Llanenddwyn, Dyffryn Ardudwy, Llanaber and Llanbedr.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LL43 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Tal-y-bont, Gwynedd, 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.