Orthodontic practices near SY16
On our practice register: None within 20 miles of SY16. The closest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 25.1 miles north-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayston Hill Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 25.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (20 reviews) |
| The Dental Spa and Skin ClinicBicton | 25.3 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (354 reviews) |
| Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski DentystaOswestry | 25.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (103 reviews) |
| Shrewsbury Dental LabShrewsbury | 25.8 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (14 reviews) |
| Bellstone Dental PracticeShrewsbury | 26.6 miles north-east | – | – | – | 3.3 (55 reviews) |
| St Johns Hill DentalShrewsbury | 26.6 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (12 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontic CentreShrewsbury | 26.7 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (37 reviews) |
| EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTDShrewsbury | 26.7 miles north-east | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to SY16 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Shrewsbury, 25.1 miles north-east; the next are Bicton (25.3 miles north-east) and Oswestry (25.6 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 6 | 25.1 miles north-east |
| Bicton | 1 | 25.3 miles north-east |
| Oswestry | 1 | 25.6 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from SY16
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of SY16; the nearest is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, 25.1 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: 3 of the practices around SY16 list clear aligners, the nearest 25.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around SY16 are commissioned by Powys Teaching Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, 26.6 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from SY16 to Bayston Hill Dental Practice is roughly 55 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 650 to 1,310 miles and 18 to 37 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £290 to £590 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 390 to 650 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 24.1% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
SY16 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) | Urban: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Wales |
| Residents under 16 | 15.4% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 6,196 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 | 9.3% aged 16 to 24 and 29.1% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 24.1% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 267 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 20.8% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Bayston Hill Dental Practice, Shrewsbury — 25 miles The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic, Bicton — 25 miles Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta, Oswestry — 26 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 55 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Neighbouring districts | SY17, SY21, SY15, SY18, LD1, SY22, LD7, LD6 |
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 SY16
A typical orthodontic search around SY16 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. 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 SY16 is Penygloddfa.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near SY16
Where is the nearest orthodontist to SY16?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to SY16 is Bayston Hill Dental Practice in Shrewsbury, about 25.1 miles to the north-east. The next closest are The Dental Spa and Skin Clinic (25.3 miles) and Butterfly Dental Practice - Dental Implant Specialist - Polski Dentysta (25.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near SY16?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of SY16, 0 practices within 10 miles and 0 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Shrewsbury, 25.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near SY16?
The nearest practice to SY16 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is St Johns Hill Dental in Shrewsbury, about 26.6 miles to the north-east. Others nearby include EXCLUSIVE ORTHODONTICS LTD (26.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the SY16 postcode district?
Places in or next to SY16 include Penygloddfa, Newtown, Garth Owen, Maesyrhandir, Trehafren, Penygelli, Nantoer and Bettws Cedewain.
How do I find an orthodontist near the SY16 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Penygloddfa, Sir Powys, 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 SY16?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.