Orthodontic practices near SY15
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of SY15; 10 practices within 20. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 17.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 17.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 17.9 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 18.3 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 19.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 19.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 19.1 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 19.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 19.3 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (52 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SY15 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 17.3 miles north-east; the next are Bicton (17.9 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 7 | 17.3 miles north-east |
| Bicton | 1 | 17.9 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of SY15
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Shrewsbury Dental Lab (5.0 from 14 reviews), 18.3 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 5.0 (14 reviews) | 18.3 miles north-east |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 4.9 (354 reviews) | 17.9 miles north-east |
| Shrewsbury Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 4.9 (52 reviews) | 19.3 miles north-east |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 4.7 (12 reviews) | 19.0 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SY15
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SY15; the nearest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 17.3 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. 10 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 4 of the practices around SY15 list clear aligners, the nearest 17.9 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 SY15 are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 19 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SY15 to Bayston Hill Dental Practice is roughly 40 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 450 to 900 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £405 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 450 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 8% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SY15 at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Powys |
| NHS dental services | Powys Teaching 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 | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 13.6% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 3,025 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 | 7.5% aged 16 to 24 and 22.2% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 8% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 44 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 19.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 17 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 18 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 21 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 10 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | SY21, SY9, SY16, LD7, SY22, SY7, SY10, LD8 |
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 SY15
Patients in the SY15 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 SY15 is Montgomery.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY15
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY15?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY15 is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 17.3 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic (17.9 miles) and Shrewsbury Dental Lab (18.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SY15?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SY15, 0 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Shrewsbury, 17.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY15?
The nearest practice to SY15 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 19.0 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (19.1 miles) and Shrewsbury Orthodontic Centre (19.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the SY15 postcode district?
Places in or next to SY15 include Montgomery, Weston Madoc, Pentreheyling, Hendomen, Hopton Isaf, Caerhowel, Hopton Uchaf and Chirbury.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SY15 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Montgomery, Sir Powys, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Should I choose braces or clear aligners?
It comes down to complexity and lifestyle. A photo assessment gives an early indication of which route fits.
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.