Nearest places to SA64 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 31.6 miles east; the next are Llanelli (42.4 miles south-east) and Dunvant (49.0 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 1 | 31.6 miles east |
| Llanelli | 1 | 42.4 miles south-east |
| Dunvant | 1 | 49.0 miles south-east |
| Swansea | 1 | 50.7 miles south-east |
| Bishopston | 1 | 52.1 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SA64
SA64 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 31.6 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 4 of the practices around SA64 list clear aligners, the nearest 31.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SA64 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, 49 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA64 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 70 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 820 to 1,640 miles and 23 to 47 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £370 to £740 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 490 to 820 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA64 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 | 17.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,541 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 | 8.5% aged 16 to 24 and 25.9% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 47 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 32 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 42 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 49 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 70 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SA65, SA42, SA62, SA63, SA61, SA73, SA66, SA41 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the SA64 area
Patients in the SA64 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 SA64 is Manorowen.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA64
Which orthodontic practices are closest to SA64?
Measured in a straight line from the centre of the SA64 district, the nearest on our register are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (31.6 miles), Nott Sarah in Llanelli (42.4 miles) and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant (49 miles).
Is NHS orthodontic treatment free near SA64?
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay NHS Wales dental charges, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. 18-year-olds in qualifying full-time education are also exempt, as are adults on certain benefits or low incomes, and one charge covers the full course from fitting to retainers. NHS dental services for SA64 sit under Hywel Dda University Health Board.
Which places are in or near the SA64 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA64 include Manorowen, Goodwick, Stop-and-Call, Rhosycaerau, Pontiago and Penyraber.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA64 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Manorowen, Pembrokeshire, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
What affects orthodontic cost near SA64?
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.