Orthodontic practices near Annahilt
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Annahilt; 10 practices within 10 and 47 practices within 20. The closest is Lisburn Orthodontics, 5.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 5.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (34 reviews) |
| Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David HannaLisburn | 6.0 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (22 reviews) |
| Embrace orthodontics, LisburnLisburn | 6.0 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.2 (6 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 7.1 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Dunmurry Dental PracticeLisburn | 8.5 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (51 reviews) |
| Creative SmilesLisburn | 8.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Finaghy Orthodontic CentreFinaghy | 9.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 9.7 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (190 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Annahilt with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lisburn, 5.8 miles north; the next are Finaghy (9.0 miles north) and Moira (9.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lisburn | 6 | 5.8 miles north |
| Finaghy | 1 | 9.0 miles north |
| Moira | 1 | 9.7 miles west |
| Belfast | 18 | 9.9 miles north |
| Craigavon | 3 | 13.3 miles west |
| Holywood | 1 | 15.9 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 Annahilt
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 9.7 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 9.7 miles west |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 12.7 miles north-east |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 9.9 miles north |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 7.1 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Annahilt at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| NHS dental services | Health and Social Care Northern Ireland |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Population | 1,170 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Lisburn and Castlereagh | 24th closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.8 miles away, closer than 59% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 11 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lisburn Orthodontics, Lisburn — 6 miles Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 9 miles Moira Dental Care, Moira — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 47 within 20 miles |
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.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Annahilt
From Annahilt the nearest practice is Lisburn Orthodontics, 5.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 47.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (7.1 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (11.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Annahilt list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 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 Annahilt are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lisburn Orthodontics, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 11 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Annahilt to Lisburn Orthodontics is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Annahilt
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Orthodontic services in Annahilt
Orthodontist in Annahilt: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Annahilt. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Annahilt itself or elsewhere in Lisburn and Castlereagh. Annahilt — a small village with a population of around 1,170 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Annahilt
NHS dental commissioning in Annahilt falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Annahilt has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Annahilt among Northern Ireland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Annahilt is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 11 miles away.
What local practice data suggests in Annahilt
There is no orthodontist on our records in Annahilt itself. The nearest we do hold are Lisburn Orthodontics, about 6 miles away; Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 9 miles away; and Moira Dental Care, about 10 miles away.
Local context for Annahilt
Around 1,170 people live in Annahilt, which is a small village within Lisburn and Castlereagh. Just around 5 km north-west, Ravernet is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Nearby location pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Dromara, Ravernet, Sprucefield, Boardmills, Killaney, and Finnis.
The Orthodontic Journey in Annahilt
Orthodontic treatment in Annahilt is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Annahilt
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Annahilt
Practices serving Annahilt differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. For NHS dental services, Annahilt falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Annahilt usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Annahilt sits among the less deprived areas of Northern Ireland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Annahilt is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 11 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Orthodontic Treatments in Annahilt
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Annahilt has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Annahilt — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Annahilt — comparing a couple is worthwhile. For NHS dental services, Annahilt falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Annahilt has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Annahilt falls in a less deprived area than most of Northern Ireland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Annahilt is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 11 miles away. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Annahilt. The closest on record are Lisburn Orthodontics, about 6 miles away; Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 9 miles away; and Moira Dental Care, about 10 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Annahilt. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Annahilt
These links help widen your research beyond Annahilt, Lisburn and Castlereagh if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Dromara, Ravernet, Sprucefield, Boardmills, Killaney, and Finnis.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Annahilt
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Annahilt often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Annahilt?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Annahilt is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 5.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David Hanna (6.0 miles) and Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (6.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Annahilt?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Annahilt, 10 practices within 10 miles and 47 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Lisburn, 5.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Annahilt?
The nearest practice to Annahilt that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 5.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (6.0 miles) and Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (7.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Annahilt, Lisburn and Castlereagh?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Annahilt, Lisburn and Castlereagh?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.