Orthodontic practices near LL72
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of LL72; 1 practice within 10 and 3 practices within 20. The closest is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 9.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 9.6 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 17.1 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (44 reviews) |
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 17.2 miles east | – | – | – | 4.9 (249 reviews) |
| Clytha ClinicColwyn Bay | 21.0 miles east | – | – | – | 4.3 (54 reviews) |
| Dental CareColwyn Bay | 21.4 miles east | – | – | – | 4.7 (49 reviews) |
| The Bay OrthodonticsColwyn Bay | 21.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to LL72 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Menai Bridge, 9.6 miles south-east; the next are Llandudno (17.1 miles east) and Colwyn Bay (21.0 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Menai Bridge | 1 | 9.6 miles south-east |
| Llandudno | 2 | 17.1 miles east |
| Colwyn Bay | 3 | 21.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of LL72
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Llandudno Smiles (4.9 from 249 reviews), 17.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Llandudno SmilesLlandudno | 4.9 (249 reviews) | 17.2 miles east |
| The Dental StudioLlandudno | 4.7 (44 reviews) | 17.1 miles east |
| Elmhurst Orthodontic ClinicMenai Bridge | 4.3 (20 reviews) | 9.6 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from LL72
The nearest practice to LL72 is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, 9.6 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. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 3.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic (9.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 2 of the practices around LL72 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.6 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 LL72 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 LL72 to Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic is roughly 20 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 250 to 500 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £225 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 250 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.
LL72 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Isle of Anglesey |
| 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 | 14.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,244 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.1% aged 16 to 24 and 21.4% 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 | 33 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic, Menai Bridge — 10 miles The Dental Studio, Llandudno — 17 miles Clytha Clinic, Colwyn Bay — 21 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 3 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | LL73, LL74, LL78, LL70, LL76, LL75, LL69, LL77 |
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 LL72
Patients in the LL72 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 LL72 is Moelfre.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near LL72
Where is the nearest orthodontist to LL72?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to LL72 is Elmhurst Orthodontic Clinic in Menai Bridge, about 9.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are The Dental Studio (17.1 miles) and Llandudno Smiles (17.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near LL72?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of LL72, 1 practice within 10 miles and 3 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Menai Bridge, 9.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near LL72?
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 LL72 postcode district?
Places in or next to LL72 include Moelfre, Llanallgo, Marianglas, Parciau, Penrhos-Lligwy, Benllech, Tyn-y-Gongl and Brynteg.
How do I find an orthodontist near the LL72 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Moelfre, Anglesey, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
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.