Orthodontic practices near NP23
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of NP23; 4 practices within 10 and 38 practices within 20. The closest is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 8.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Charles HospitalMerthyr Tydfil | 8.2 miles west | – | – | – | 3.4 (429 reviews) |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 8.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) |
| Bridge OrthodonticsNewbridge | 8.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | – |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 8.6 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (564 reviews) |
| Smart SmilesHengoed | 10.1 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (213 reviews) |
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 10.4 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (89 reviews) |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 11.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (196 reviews) |
| Goodwin Dental PracticeCwmbran | 11.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.6 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to NP23 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Merthyr Tydfil, 8.2 miles west; the next are Blackwood (8.3 miles south) and Newbridge (8.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 1 | 8.2 miles west |
| Blackwood | 1 | 8.3 miles south |
| Newbridge | 2 | 8.6 miles south |
| Hengoed | 1 | 10.1 miles south |
| Pontypool | 1 | 10.4 miles south-east |
| Aberdare | 1 | 11.6 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of NP23
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), 10.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lodge DentalPontypool | 5.0 (89 reviews) | 10.4 miles south-east |
| Laffan Dental Care & Implant CentreBlackwood | 4.9 (1,090 reviews) | 8.3 miles south |
| Bridge Dental CareNewbridge | 4.9 (564 reviews) | 8.6 miles south |
| Jamie Pugh Dental Healthcare LtdAberdare | 4.9 (196 reviews) | 11.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from NP23
The nearest practice to NP23 is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, 8.2 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 are 4 practices, and within 20 there are 38.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Bridge Orthodontics (8.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (8.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 4 of the practices around NP23 list clear aligners, the nearest 8.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around NP23 are commissioned by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, 8.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as University Dental Hospital of Cardiff in Cardiff, about 19 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from NP23 to Prince Charles Hospital 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 210 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 21.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
NP23 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Blaenau Gwent |
| 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 17.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 8,679 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 21.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 813 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | University Dental Hospital of Cardiff, Cardiff — 19 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil — 8 miles Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre, Blackwood — 8 miles Bridge Orthodontics, Newbridge — 9 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 | 4 within 10 miles, 38 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | NP22, NP13, NP24, NP8, CF81, NP12, CF82, NP11 |
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 NP23
Most NP23 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 NP23 is Glyncoed.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near NP23
Where is the nearest orthodontist to NP23?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to NP23 is Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, about 8.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre (8.3 miles) and Bridge Orthodontics (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near NP23?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of NP23, 4 practices within 10 miles and 38 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Merthyr Tydfil, 8.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near NP23?
The nearest practice to NP23 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Laffan Dental Care & Implant Centre in Blackwood, about 8.3 miles to the south. Others nearby include Bridge Orthodontics (8.6 miles) and Lodge Dental (10.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the NP23 postcode district?
Places in or next to NP23 include Glyncoed, Ebbw Vale, Pont-y-Gôf, Willowtown, Beaufort, Beaufort Hill, Ty Llwyn and Winchestown.
How do I find an orthodontist near the NP23 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Glyncoed, Blaenau Gwent, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near NP23?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.