Orthodontic practices near Armoy
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Armoy; 14 practices within 20. The closest is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, 12.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 12.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 12.2 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 13.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 13.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 13.3 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 13.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| CINCHORTHO LTDColeraine | 13.7 miles west | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 14.0 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Armoy with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Coleraine, 12.2 miles west; the next are Portrush (14.0 miles north-west) and Cullybackey (16.1 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Coleraine | 7 | 12.2 miles west |
| Portrush | 1 | 14.0 miles north-west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 16.1 miles south |
| Ballymena | 6 | 17.6 miles south |
| Limavady | 1 | 24.3 miles west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 27.5 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Armoy
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine (5.0 from 45 reviews), 12.2 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 12.2 miles west |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 16.1 miles south |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 17.6 miles south |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 13.3 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Armoy at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| 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 | More deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Causeway Coast and Glens | 80th closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 39 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 12 miles Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 14 miles Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 16 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 14 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 Armoy
From Armoy the nearest practice is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, 12.2 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. 14 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 10 of the practices around Armoy list clear aligners, the nearest 13.3 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 Armoy are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, 12.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 39 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Armoy to Causeway Orthodontic Centre is roughly 25 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 320 to 630 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £145 to £285 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 190 to 320 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Armoy
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Explore braces and aligners in Armoy
Orthodontist in Armoy: This page was put together for people in Armoy who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It connects local orthodontic research in Armoy with the wider Causeway Coast and Glens area.
What official data says about Armoy
For NHS dental services, Armoy falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Armoy; the nearest is about 12 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Armoy among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Armoy is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 39 miles away.
What we know about practices near Armoy
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Armoy itself. The nearest recorded are Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 12 miles away; Portrush Dental Care, about 14 miles away; and Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 16 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
Related pages for The Drones, Cape Castle, Moyarget, Gracehill, Pharis, and Toor are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Local snapshot of Armoy
The Drones is the closest neighbouring location page, around 3 km south-west of Armoy.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Armoy
Orthodontic treatment in Armoy is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Armoy
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Armoy — comparing a couple is worthwhile. Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Armoy. People in Armoy usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 12 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Armoy among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Armoy is about 39 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Armoy
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Armoy can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Armoy
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Armoy — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Armoy. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Armoy
This part of the page places Armoy, Causeway Coast and Glens in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for The Drones, Cape Castle, Moyarget, Gracehill, Pharis, and Toor.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Armoy
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Armoy often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Armoy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Armoy is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 12.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Pure Dental Hygiene (12.2 miles) and Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Armoy?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Armoy, 0 practices within 10 miles and 14 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Coleraine, 12.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Armoy?
The nearest practice to Armoy that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 12.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13.3 miles) and 18 Dental (13.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Armoy, Causeway Coast and Glens?
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 Armoy, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.