Orthodontic practices near SA48
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of SA48. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 21.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 21.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 21.7 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 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 SA48
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SA48; the nearest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 21.5 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.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 2 of the practices around SA48 list clear aligners, the nearest 21.5 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 SA48 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 21.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA48 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 50 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 560 to 1,120 miles and 17 to 33 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £250 to £505 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 340 to 560 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 7.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA48 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ceredigion |
| 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 | 3,424 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.2% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 6.8% aged 16 to 24 and 22.6% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 7.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 23 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 22.4% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 22 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 32 miles Cwmdulais Dental Centre, Crynant — 33 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 50 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SA40, SA46, SA39, SA47, SY25, SY23, SA19, 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 SA48
Patients in the SA48 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 SA48 is Silian.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA48
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA48?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA48 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 21.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (21.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA48?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA48, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 21.5 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA48?
The nearest practice to SA48 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 21.7 miles to the south.
Which places are in or near the SA48 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA48 include Silian, Abermeurig, Talsarn, Ffynnon-oer, Temple Bar, Trefilan, Cribyn and Lampeter.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA48 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Silian, County of Ceredigion, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near SA48?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
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.