Orthodontic practices near SA68
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of SA68. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 21.4 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 21.4 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 21.4 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 25.8 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 26.0 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 26.0 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 26.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 26.0 miles east | – | – | – | – |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 27.8 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 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 SA68 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 21.4 miles north-east; the next are Llanelli (25.8 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 21.4 miles north-east |
| Llanelli | 6 | 25.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SA68
SA68 is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 21.4 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.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (25.8 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around SA68 list clear aligners, the nearest 21.4 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 SA68 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 21.4 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA68 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 1,110 miles and 17 to 33 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £250 to £500 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 330 to 560 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 10% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA68 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 | 14.1% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,425 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.1% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.6% aged 16 to 24 and 23.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 10% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 77 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 23.7% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 21 miles Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 26 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 32 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 50 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SA69, SA70, SA67, SA66, SA63, SA72, SA71, SA34 |
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 SA68
People searching from SA68 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. 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 SA68 is Jeffreyston.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA68
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA68?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA68 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 21.4 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (21.4 miles) and Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (25.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA68?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA68, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 21.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA68?
The nearest practice to SA68 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 21.4 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (26.0 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (27.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the SA68 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA68 include Jeffreyston, Broadmoor, Reynalton, Cold Inn, Loveston, East Williamston, Thomas Chapel and Lanesend.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA68 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Jeffreyston, Pembrokeshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near SA68?
No — you can start online and only book in person once you know roughly what you need.
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.