Orthodontic practices near SA17
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of SA17; 8 practices within 10 and 20 practices within 20. The closest is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 6.9 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 6.9 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 7.0 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 7.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 7.4 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 7.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 7.5 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 7.5 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 8.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SA17 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 6.9 miles north; the next are Llanelli (7.3 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 6.9 miles north |
| Llanelli | 6 | 7.3 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SA17
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 7.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 7.0 miles north |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 4.8 (287 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 6.9 miles north |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 7.5 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 SA17
From SA17 the nearest practice is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 6.9 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 20.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (7.4 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around SA17 list clear aligners, the nearest 6.9 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 SA17 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 6.9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA17 to Quayside Orthodontics 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 180 to 360 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA17 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Carmarthenshire |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda 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 | 16.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,085 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.9% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 96 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Quayside Orthodontics, Carmarthen — 7 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 7 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 14 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 | 8 within 10 miles, 20 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SA16, SA31, SA15, SA32, SA14, SA33, SA4, SA39 |
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 SA17
Most SA17 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 SA17 is Kings Wood.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA17
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA17?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA17 is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 6.9 miles to the north. The next closest are Capel Dental Care (7.0 miles) and Nott Sarah (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA17?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA17, 8 practices within 10 miles and 20 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 6.9 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA17?
The nearest practice to SA17 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 6.9 miles to the north. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (7.5 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (8.9 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA17 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA17 include Kings Wood, Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, Llandefaelog, Four Roads, Llandyry, Pontantwn and Waun Baglam.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA17 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Kings Wood, Carmarthenshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near SA17?
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.