Orthodontic practices near SA63
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of SA63. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 23.4 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 23.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 23.5 miles 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 SA63
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SA63; the nearest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 23.4 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 SA63 list clear aligners, the nearest 23.4 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 SA63 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 23.5 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA63 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 610 to 1,220 miles and 17 to 33 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £275 to £550 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 370 to 610 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 5.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA63 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) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,688 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 | 7.4% aged 16 to 24 and 23.4% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 5.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 22 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 23 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 32 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 39 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 50 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SA66, SA61, SA42, SA67, SA65, SA68, SA41, SA72 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in SA63
People searching from SA63 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 SA63 is Llys-y-frân.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA63
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA63?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA63 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 23.4 miles to the east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (23.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA63?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA63, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 23.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA63?
The nearest practice to SA63 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 23.5 miles to the east.
Which places are in or near the SA63 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA63 include Llys-y-frân, Gwastad, Walton East, Clarbeston, Clarbeston Road, Henry’s Moat, Wallis and New Moat.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA63 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Llys-y-frân, Pembrokeshire, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Can I use Virtual Consultant Online if I live near SA63?
Yes — the online assessment is available to patients across the UK, including Llys-y-frân, Pembrokeshire, subject to clinical suitability.
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.