Orthodontic practices near SA34
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SA34; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 13.2 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 13.2 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 13.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 22.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 22.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 22.8 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 22.9 miles south-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 22.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 24.4 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 SA34 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 13.2 miles east; the next are Llanelli (22.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 13.2 miles east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 22.7 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 SA34
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), 13.2 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 13.2 miles east |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 13.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SA34
From SA34 the nearest practice is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 13.2 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. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (22.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around SA34 list clear aligners, the nearest 13.2 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 SA34 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 13.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA34 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 30 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 340 to 690 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £310 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 210 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8.9% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA34 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 | 16.3% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 4,478 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.9% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.3% aged 16 to 24 and 25.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8.9% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 36 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 18.9% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 13 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 23 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 29 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SA36, SA66, SA35, SA67, SA37, SA69, SA41, SA33 |
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 SA34
A typical orthodontic search around SA34 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 SA34 is Crosshands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA34
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA34?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA34 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 13.2 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (13.3 miles) and Nott Sarah (22.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA34?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA34, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 13.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA34?
The nearest practice to SA34 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 13.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (22.8 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (24.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA34 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA34 include Crosshands, Henllan Amgoed, Cwmfelin Boeth, Whitland, Hendy-Gwyn, Llanboidy, Rhydywrach and Hiraeth.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA34 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Crosshands, Carmarthenshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.