Orthodontic practices near SA42
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of SA42. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 25.6 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 25.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 25.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SA42
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SA42; the nearest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 25.6 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 2 of the practices around SA42 list clear aligners, the nearest 25.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SA42 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 25.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA42 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 55 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 670 to 1,330 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £300 to £600 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 400 to 670 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 14.6% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA42 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Pembrokeshire |
| 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) | Larger rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,058 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.6% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 5.9% aged 16 to 24 and 19.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 14.6% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 60 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.1% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 26 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 37 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 44 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SA65, SA63, SA41, SA64, SA66, SA43, SA61, SA36 |
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 SA42
A typical orthodontic search around SA42 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 SA42 is Cippin Stone.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA42
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA42?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA42 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 25.6 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (25.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA42?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA42, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 25.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA42?
The nearest practice to SA42 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 25.7 miles to the south-east.
Which places are in or near the SA42 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA42 include Cippin Stone, Parrog, Morfa, Bryn-henllan, Cwm-yr-Eglwys, Dinas, Gethsemane and Nevern.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA42 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Cippin Stone, Pembrokeshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SA42?
Yes, patients around Cippin Stone, Pembrokeshire 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.