Orthodontic practices near SA31
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of SA31, 2 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 0.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 0.1 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 0.1 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 13.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 13.7 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 13.7 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 13.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 13.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 14.7 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 SA31 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 0.1 miles north-west; the next are Llanelli (13.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 0.1 miles north-west |
| Llanelli | 6 | 13.4 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 SA31
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), 0.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 0.1 miles north-west |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 4.8 (287 reviews) | 13.7 miles south-east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 0.1 miles south |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 4.6 (38 reviews) | 13.7 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 SA31
SA31 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 2 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (13.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around SA31 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 SA31 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, under a mile away.
SA31 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 20.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 5,553 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 | 10.8% aged 16 to 24 and 34.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 35.2% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 2,352 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — under a mile Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 13 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 19 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 2 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SA17, SA33, SA32, SA39, SA16, SA15, SA14, SA44 |
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 SA31
Patients in the SA31 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SA31 is Carmarthen.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA31
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA31?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA31 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (0.1 miles) and Nott Sarah (13.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA31?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of SA31, 2 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA31?
The nearest practice to SA31 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 0.1 miles to the south. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (13.7 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (14.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA31 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA31 include Carmarthen, Pen-sarn, Cwm-oernant, Pibwrlwyd, Ffynnon-ddrain, Tre-gynwr, Tanerdy and Trevaughan.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA31 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near SA31?
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.