Orthodontic practices near NP15
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of NP15; 11 practices within 10 and 36 practices within 20. The closest is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 5.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental SpaCwmbran | 6.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (112 reviews) |
| Cwmbran Dental CareCwmbran | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Llantarnam DentalCwmbran | 8.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (267 reviews) |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 8.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (813 reviews) |
| Goodwin Dental PracticeCwmbran | 8.9 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
| Malpas Dental CareNewport | 9.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (582 reviews) |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 9.7 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (108 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NP15 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Pontypool, 5.8 miles south-west; the next are Cwmbran (6.8 miles south-west) and Newport (8.5 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Pontypool | 1 | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Cwmbran | 4 | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Newport | 2 | 8.5 miles south |
| Monmouth | 1 | 9.7 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 NP15
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Lodge Dental in Pontypool (5.0 from 89 reviews), 5.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 5.8 miles south-west |
| Isca Dental and Implant CentreNewport | 4.9 (813 reviews) | 8.5 miles south |
| Llantarnam DentalCwmbran | 4.9 (267 reviews) | 8.1 miles south-west |
| The Mayhill Dental & Specialist CentreMonmouth | 4.9 (108 reviews) | 9.7 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NP15
From NP15 the nearest practice is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 5.8 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. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 36.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Lodge Dental (5.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 5 of the practices around NP15 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 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 NP15 are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 20 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NP15 to Lodge Dental is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.2% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NP15 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Monmouthshire |
| NHS dental services | Aneurin Bevan University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 12.7% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,302 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 22.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 42 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 20 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lodge Dental, Pontypool — 6 miles Cwmbran Dental Spa, Cwmbran — 7 miles Isca Dental and Implant Centre, Newport — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 36 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NP18, NP19, NP44, NP4, NP7, NP26, NP25, NP20 |
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 NP15 area
People searching from NP15 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 NP15 is Gwehelog Common.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NP15
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NP15?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NP15 is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 5.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Cwmbran Dental Spa (6.8 miles) and Cwmbran Dental Care (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NP15?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NP15, 11 practices within 10 miles and 36 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Pontypool, 5.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NP15?
The nearest practice to NP15 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lodge Dental in Pontypool, about 5.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Cwmbran Dental Care (7.6 miles) and Llantarnam Dental (8.1 miles).
Which places are in or near the NP15 postcode district?
Places in or next to NP15 include Gwehelog Common, Trostrey, Llanbadoc, Usk, Rhiw-lâs, Llancayo, Llandenny and Coleg Gwent.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NP15 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Gwehelog Common, Monmouthshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near NP15?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.