Orthodontic practices near Ballycarry
On our practice register: 2 practices within 5 miles of Ballycarry, 11 practices within 10 and 40 practices within 20. The closest is Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, 4.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clements Dental CareCarrickfergus | 4.5 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (26 reviews) |
| Clements MichaelCarrickfergus | 4.5 miles south-west | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| Helens Bay Dental Practice BangorBangor | 7.1 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (285 reviews) |
| North Down Dental and Implant ClinicBangor | 8.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (304 reviews) |
| Clear Dental, AntrimBangor | 8.3 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (4 reviews) |
| Eastern Dental laboratoryBangor | 8.4 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Abbey Dental ClinicNewtownabbey | 8.5 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (37 reviews) |
| Clandeboye Dental ClinicBangor | 8.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ballycarry with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carrickfergus, 4.5 miles south-west; the next are Bangor (7.1 miles south) and Newtownabbey (8.5 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carrickfergus | 2 | 4.5 miles south-west |
| Bangor | 5 | 7.1 miles south |
| Newtownabbey | 2 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Jordanstown | 1 | 8.6 miles south-west |
| Holywood | 1 | 9.6 miles south |
| Carnmoney | 1 | 10.8 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 Ballycarry
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is North Down Dental and Implant Clinic in Bangor (5.0 from 304 reviews), 8.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Down Dental and Implant ClinicBangor | 5.0 (304 reviews) | 8.2 miles south-east |
| Helens Bay Dental Practice BangorBangor | 5.0 (285 reviews) | 7.1 miles south |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 12.9 miles south |
| Ardent Dental CareNewtownards | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 12.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ballycarry at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid and East Antrim |
| 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 | 2 practices, more than 75% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within Mid and East Antrim | 18th closest to an orthodontic practice of 45 places in the county (the county median is 4.7 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.5 miles away, closer than 68% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 15 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Clements Dental Care, Carrickfergus — 4 miles Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor, Bangor — 7 miles Abbey Dental Clinic, Newtownabbey — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 11 within 10 miles, 40 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 Ballycarry
The nearest practice to Ballycarry is Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, 4.5 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 11 practices, and within 20 there are 40.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: North Down Dental and Implant Clinic (8.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Castlebawn Dental Practice (12.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Ballycarry list clear aligners, the nearest 4.5 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 Ballycarry are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, 4.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 15 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ballycarry
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Orthodontist in Ballycarry: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Ballycarry. It connects local orthodontic research in Ballycarry with the wider Mid and East Antrim area.
Widen your local search
Related pages for Ballyhill, Kilroot, Gransha, Whitehead, Beltoy, and Magheramorne are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
Area profile for Ballycarry
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Ballycarry. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ballycarry is better served than 75% of towns in Northern Ireland. Ballycarry's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Northern Ireland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ballycarry is about 15 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast.
What local practice data suggests in Ballycarry
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Ballycarry. The nearest we do hold are Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, about 4 miles away; Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor, about 7 miles away; and Abbey Dental Clinic in Newtownabbey, about 8 miles away.
Local context for Ballycarry
Just around 2 km south-west, Ballyhill is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ballycarry
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Ballycarry has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Ballycarry — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Ballycarry. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. With 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, Ballycarry is better served than 75% of towns in Northern Ireland. By national deprivation ranking, Ballycarry sits among the less deprived areas of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Ballycarry is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 15 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Ballycarry itself. The closest on record are Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, about 4 miles away; Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor, about 7 miles away; and Abbey Dental Clinic in Newtownabbey, about 8 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Ballycarry
Many people in Ballycarry delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ballycarry
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Ballycarry. For NHS dental services, Ballycarry falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Ballycarry has 2 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 75% of towns in Northern Ireland. Ballycarry falls in a less deprived area than most of Northern Ireland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Ballycarry is about 15 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ballycarry. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ballycarry
These links help widen your research beyond Ballycarry, Mid and East Antrim if you're open to travelling a little further. Related nearby location pages such as Ballyhill, Kilroot, Gransha, Whitehead, Beltoy, and Magheramorne can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ballycarry
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ballycarry often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ballycarry?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ballycarry is Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, about 4.5 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Clements Michael (4.5 miles) and Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor (7.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ballycarry?
Our register has 2 practices within 5 miles of Ballycarry, 11 practices within 10 miles and 40 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ballycarry?
The nearest practice to Ballycarry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clements Dental Care in Carrickfergus, about 4.5 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Clear Dental, Antrim (8.3 miles) and Abbey Dental Clinic (8.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ballycarry, Mid and East Antrim?
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 Ballycarry, Mid and East Antrim?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.