Orthodontic practices near SA39
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SA39; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 11.5 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 11.5 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 11.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 23.3 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 23.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 23.7 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 23.7 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 23.8 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 24.0 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 SA39 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 11.5 miles south; the next are Llanelli (23.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 11.5 miles south |
| Llanelli | 6 | 23.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SA39
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), 11.5 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 11.5 miles south |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 11.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SA39
From SA39 the nearest practice is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 11.5 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.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (23.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around SA39 list clear aligners, the nearest 11.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SA39 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 11.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA39 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 25 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 300 to 600 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £270 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 9.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA39 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 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 2,783 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 5.4% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8% aged 16 to 24 and 25.8% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 9.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 31 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 12 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 23 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 28 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 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 | SA40, SA44, SA32, SA31, SA48, SA47, SA46, SA45 |
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 SA39
Patients in the SA39 area tend to weigh up braces versus aligners, cost, and whether a clinic visit is needed first. 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 SA39 is Llanfihangel-ar-Arth.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA39
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA39?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA39 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 11.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (11.7 miles) and Nott Sarah (23.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA39?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA39, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 11.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA39?
The nearest practice to SA39 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 11.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (23.7 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (24.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA39 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA39 include Llanfihangel-ar-Arth, Gwyddgrug, Pencader, Maesycrugiau, Llanllwni, Derlwyn, Llandysul and Aber-Giâr.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA39 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Llanfihangel-ar-Arth, Carmarthenshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near SA39?
Cost depends on complexity, appliance type, how much movement is needed, and what the fee includes (refinements, retainers).
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.