Costs in Aghagallon at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Moira Dental Care, Moira — 3.3 miles; 11 within 10 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | Moira Dental Care, Moira — 3.3 miles; 2 within 10 miles |
| Practices on our register | 4 within 5 miles, 11 within 10, 40 within 20 |
| Access within Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon | 24th closest to a practice of 65 places in the county; the county median is 4.6 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Aghagallon that list payment plans
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Aghagallon, 11 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Moira Dental Care, 3.3 miles south-east. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is Moira Dental Care, 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 3.3 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (190 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 3.5 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 3.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 3.8 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 3.8 (10 reviews) |
| Armstrong ACraigavon | 8.2 miles south-west | – | ✓ | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| DJ Maguire & Associates LtdPortadown | 8.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 3.2 (65 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Aghagallon with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Moira, 3.3 miles south-east; the next are Craigavon (3.5 miles south-west) and Portadown (8.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Moira | 1 | 3.3 miles south-east |
| Craigavon | 5 | 3.5 miles south-west |
| Portadown | 2 | 8.3 miles south-west |
| Lisburn | 6 | 9.8 miles east |
| Finaghy | 1 | 12.7 miles east |
| Belfast | 14 | 13.8 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Aghagallon
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 3.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 3.3 miles south-east |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 8.7 miles south-west |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 13.8 miles east |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 10.3 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Aghagallon, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Moira Dental Care, the nearest practice on our register (3.3 miles away, about 4.3 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £75 | £1,540 to £3,575 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £75 | £2,040 to £4,575 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £40 to £75 | £4,040 to £8,075 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £40 | £1,525 to £5,540 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £25 to £40 | £2,525 to £5,540 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Aghagallon
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Moira Dental Care (3.3 miles) | Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (10.3 miles); Creative Smiles (11.9 miles) | 5 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | Moira Dental Care (3.3 miles) | Magee Dental Care (3.6 miles); Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (10.3 miles) | 7 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd, Portadown (8.3 miles) | Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (9.8 miles); Lisburn Orthodontics (9.9 miles) | 11 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Moira Dental Care (3.3 miles) | North Street Dental Care (3.5 miles); Magee Dental Care (3.6 miles) | 30 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Moira Dental Care (3.3 miles) | Magee Dental Care (3.6 miles); DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd (8.3 miles) | 16 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Moira Dental Care (3.3 miles) | DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd (8.3 miles); William Street Dental (8.7 miles) | 9 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Price is often the deciding factor when choosing orthodontic treatment in Aghagallon. Most patients fall somewhere in the middle, and knowing each tier's typical cost is the first step. Below we break down NHS and private pricing and the finance options available locally.
Orthodontic Payment Plans in Aghagallon
Spreading the cost of orthodontic treatment over monthly payments makes even higher-cost options such as Invisalign or ceramic braces more manageable. Most practices in Aghagallon offer payment plans — ask whether they are 0% interest, what deposit is required, and whether payments continue if treatment takes longer than planned.
NHS treatment is free for eligible under-18s. Adults who do qualify pay 80% of the Health Service fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment.
Typical Orthodontic Costs in Aghagallon
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Aghagallon — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay 80% of the Health Service fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Aghagallon. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Aghagallon — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
Cost Context for Aghagallon
Private full fixed brace treatment costs in Aghagallon generally sit between £1,500 and £5,500. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
Not every practice near Aghagallon offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Aghagallon is better served than 79% of towns in Northern Ireland. National deprivation data ranks Aghagallon among Northern Ireland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Aghagallon is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 14 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. See local practice availability in Aghagallon → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
Budget aligner options in Aghagallon
Affordable clear aligner options in Aghagallon genuinely exist and can deliver good results. The saving is fine when it matches a simple case; it's a risk when it means less clinical input. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
Why Some Aligners Cost Less in Aghagallon
Treatment scope — short-series aligners for mild front-tooth alignment legitimately cost less: fewer trays, fewer appointments, less complexity. A simple crowding case can be well served by an entry-level system.
Aligner pricing in Aghagallon explained
What you pay for clear aligners in Aghagallon reflects the case, not just the brand. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. Comparing quotes only makes sense once you know what each one covers.
What Affects Clear Aligner Cost in Aghagallon?
Case complexity is the single biggest driver. A mild case of 14–20 trays costs far less than a full-arch case needing 40+ trays and an extended refinement phase. Complexity is judged at examination, but a remote assessment gives an early indication.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Aghagallon
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Aghagallon?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Aghagallon is Moira Dental Care, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are North Street Dental Care (3.5 miles) and Magee Dental Care (3.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Aghagallon?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Aghagallon, 11 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Which practices near Aghagallon offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Aghagallon that mentions finance or monthly payment options is Moira Dental Care, about 3.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Magee Dental Care (3.6 miles) and Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (10.3 miles).
What NHS area is Aghagallon in for dental services?
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland.
How deprived is Aghagallon compared with the rest of Northern Ireland?
By the national deprivation index, Aghagallon is less deprived than most of Northern Ireland. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Aghagallon?
Nearby towns include Magheralin, Donaghcloney, Waringfield.
Which county covers Aghagallon?
Aghagallon falls within Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon.
Is it worth getting multiple quotes?
Yes — two or three quotes from local practices is sensible, since fees vary with experience and overheads. Just make sure you're comparing like for like: same treatment, same arches, retainers and refinements included.
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.
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