Orthodontic practices near SA19
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SA19; 4 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 16.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 16.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 16.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Cwmdulais Dental CentreCrynant | 17.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 3.8 (9 reviews) |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 19.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (339 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 20.4 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 20.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 21.1 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 21.1 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SA19 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 16.8 miles south-west; the next are Crynant (17.8 miles south-east) and Glyn-neath (19.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 16.8 miles south-west |
| Crynant | 1 | 17.8 miles south-east |
| Glyn-neath | 1 | 19.9 miles south-east |
| Llanelli | 4 | 20.4 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SA19
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), 16.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 16.8 miles south-west |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 16.8 miles south-west |
| Dental Lounge GlynneathGlyn-neath | 4.6 (339 reviews) | 19.9 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 SA19
SA19 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 16.8 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. 4 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 6 of the practices around SA19 list clear aligners, the nearest 16.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SA19 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 16.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA19 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 35 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 440 to 870 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £390 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 260 to 440 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA19 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 | 14.2% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,606 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 22.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 17 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.5% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 17 miles Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 18 miles Dental Lounge Glynneath, Glyn-neath — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 4 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SA18, SA20, SA32, SA9, SA48, SA8, SA40, SA14 |
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.
Orthodontic research around SA19
Most SA19 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 SA19 is Waunclunda.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA19
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA19?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA19 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 16.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (16.8 miles) and Cwmdulais Dental Centre (17.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA19?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA19, 0 practices within 10 miles and 4 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 16.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA19?
The nearest practice to SA19 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 16.8 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Dental Lounge Glynneath (19.9 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (20.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA19 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA19 include Waunclunda, Cwmifor, Cwm-byr, Llansadwrn, Talley, Bethlehem, Hoel-galed and Salem.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA19 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Waunclunda, Carmarthenshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SA19?
Yes, patients around Waunclunda, Carmarthenshire can use the service; next steps depend on clinical review of your photos.
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.