Orthodontic practices near Ashfield
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ashfield; 11 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Moira Dental Care, 5.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.7 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (190 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 6.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (10 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 7.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 7.1 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| Armstrong ACraigavon | 9.1 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Portadown OrthodonticsCraigavon | 9.7 miles west | – | – | – | – |
| DJ Maguire & Associates LtdPortadown | 9.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.2 (65 reviews) |
| Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David HannaLisburn | 9.9 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.2 (22 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ashfield with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Moira, 5.7 miles north; the next are Craigavon (6.6 miles north-west) and Portadown (9.7 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Moira | 1 | 5.7 miles north |
| Craigavon | 5 | 6.6 miles north-west |
| Portadown | 2 | 9.7 miles west |
| Lisburn | 6 | 9.9 miles north-east |
| Finaghy | 1 | 14.1 miles north-east |
| Market Hill | 1 | 14.7 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 Ashfield
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 5.7 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 5.7 miles north |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 9.9 miles west |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 15.2 miles north-east |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 11.2 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ashfield at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon |
| 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 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon | 40th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.7 miles away, closer than 60% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 16 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Moira Dental Care, Moira — 6 miles Best Dental Care, Craigavon — 7 miles DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd, Portadown — 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 | 11 within 10 miles, 46 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 Ashfield
The nearest practice to Ashfield is Moira Dental Care, 5.7 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Moira Dental Care (5.7 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 16 of the practices around Ashfield list clear aligners, the nearest 5.7 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 Ashfield are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 9.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ashfield to Moira Dental Care 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 Ashfield
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Explore braces and aligners in Ashfield
Orthodontist in Ashfield: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Ashfield. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Ashfield itself or elsewhere in Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon.
Practice data for Ashfield
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Ashfield itself. The nearest recorded are Moira Dental Care, about 6 miles away; Best Dental Care in Craigavon, about 7 miles away; and DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 10 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
For a broader view, related location pages cover Donaghcloney, Corbet Milltown, Moorefield, Listullycurran, Waringfield, and The Diamond as well as this one.
A quick look at Ashfield
The nearest other location we cover is Donaghcloney, around 4 km to the north-west.
The local picture in Ashfield
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ashfield; the nearest is about 6 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Ashfield among Northern Ireland's less deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ashfield is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 16 miles away.
All Orthodontic Options in Ashfield Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ashfield has the full spectrum of options. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Ashfield — Local Context
Provision in Ashfield varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Ashfield sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. Ashfield has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 6 miles away. Ashfield falls in a less deprived area than most of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Ashfield is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Ashfield itself. The nearest we do hold are Moira Dental Care, about 6 miles away; Best Dental Care in Craigavon, about 7 miles away; and DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 10 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Ashfield
Orthodontic treatment in Ashfield is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Ashfield — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ashfield. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ashfield
These links help widen your research beyond Ashfield, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon if you're open to travelling a little further. Nearby pages covering Donaghcloney, Corbet Milltown, Moorefield, Listullycurran, Waringfield, and The Diamond may also help if you are still comparing locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ashfield
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ashfield often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ashfield?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ashfield is Moira Dental Care, about 5.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Best Dental Care (6.6 miles) and North Street Dental Care (7.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ashfield?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ashfield, 11 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Moira, 5.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ashfield?
The nearest practice to Ashfield that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 9.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Lisburn Orthodontics (9.9 miles) and Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (10.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ashfield, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ashfield, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.