Orthodontic practices near SA72
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of SA72. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 29.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 29.1 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 29.1 miles north-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 SA72
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SA72; the nearest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 29.1 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 SA72 list clear aligners, the nearest 29.1 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 SA72 are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 29.1 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SA72 to Capel Dental Care is roughly 65 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 760 to 1,510 miles and 22 to 43 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £340 to £680 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 450 to 760 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 23.5% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SA72 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 | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 16.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 7,859 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.3% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 10.7% aged 16 to 24 and 29.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 23.5% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 1,531 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 25% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 29 miles Dr Mohammad Moinuddin, Llanelli — 33 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 39 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 65 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SA71, SA73, SA61, SA68, SA70, SA62, SA63, SA67 |
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 SA72
A typical orthodontic search around SA72 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for SA72 is Pembroke Dock.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SA72
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SA72?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SA72 is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 29.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (29.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SA72?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SA72, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 29.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SA72?
The nearest practice to SA72 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 29.1 miles to the north-east.
Which places are in or near the SA72 postcode district?
Places in or next to SA72 include Pembroke Dock, Llanion, Pembroke Ferry, Bentlass, Burton Ferry, Great Honeyborough, Neyland and Llanreath.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SA72 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Can I get a braces or clear aligner quote near SA72 online?
You can. Guided photos are enough for a clinician to outline likely options before you book anything.
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.