Orthodontic practices near Ballyclare
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ballyclare; 8 practices within 10 and 51 practices within 20. The closest is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, 5.3 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkstown DentalJordanstown | 5.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (30 reviews) |
| M A Irwin DentalCarnmoney | 5.7 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (86 reviews) |
| Whiteabbey Dental PracticeNewtownabbey | 6.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (40 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental ClinicNewtownabbey | 6.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (37 reviews) |
| Clements Dental CareCarrickfergus | 8.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (26 reviews) |
| Clements MichaelCarrickfergus | 8.0 miles east | – | – | – | 3.0 (2 reviews) |
| Belfast Orthodontic CentreBelfast | 9.0 miles south | – | – | – | 4.9 (58 reviews) |
| Holywood Dental CareHolywood | 10.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (15 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ballyclare with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Jordanstown, 5.3 miles south-east; the next are Carnmoney (5.7 miles south) and Newtownabbey (6.4 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Jordanstown | 1 | 5.3 miles south-east |
| Carnmoney | 1 | 5.7 miles south |
| Newtownabbey | 2 | 6.4 miles south-east |
| Carrickfergus | 2 | 8.0 miles east |
| Belfast | 18 | 9.0 miles south |
| Holywood | 1 | 10.0 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ballyclare
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor (5.0 from 285 reviews), 11.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Helens Bay Dental Practice BangorBangor | 5.0 (285 reviews) | 11.8 miles south-east |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 12.0 miles south-east |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 12.4 miles south |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 4.9 (306 reviews) | 12.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ballyclare at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Antrim and Newtownabbey |
| 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 | Around the Northern Ireland average |
| Population | 9,472 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Antrim and Newtownabbey | 10th closest to an orthodontic practice of 26 places in the county (the county median is 5.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.3 miles away, closer than 61% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 11 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Monkstown Dental, Jordanstown — 5 miles M A Irwin Dental, Carnmoney — 6 miles Whiteabbey Dental Practice, Newtownabbey — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 51 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 Ballyclare
The nearest practice to Ballyclare is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, 5.3 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 51.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (11.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (11 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Ballyclare list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 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 Ballyclare are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, 5.3 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 Ballyclare to Monkstown Dental is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ballyclare
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Explore teeth straightening in Ballyclare
Orthodontist in Ballyclare: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Ballyclare often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Antrim and Newtownabbey and the surrounding area. Ballyclare — a small town with a population of around 9,472 — is covered on this page specifically.
Area profile for Ballyclare
For NHS dental services, Ballyclare falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Ballyclare has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 5 miles away. National deprivation data puts Ballyclare close to the Northern Ireland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ballyclare is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 11 miles away.
Local orthodontic signals in Ballyclare
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ballyclare itself. The nearest recorded are Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 5 miles away; M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 6 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 6 miles away.
Local context for Ballyclare
With a population of roughly 9,472, Ballyclare is a small town within Antrim and Newtownabbey. Heading north for around 2 km brings you to Ballyeaston, the closest linked location.
Continue your local research
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Ballyeaston, Ballynure, Glengormley, Doagh, The Trench, and Carnmoney.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Ballyclare
Patients in Ballyclare have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Ballyclare
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Ballyclare
Starting orthodontic treatment in Ballyclare can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Ballyclare
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Ballyclare — comparing a couple is worthwhile. NHS dental commissioning in Ballyclare falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Ballyclare usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 5 miles away. National deprivation data puts Ballyclare close to the Northern Ireland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Ballyclare is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 11 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Ballyclare. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Ballyclare
If Ballyclare, Antrim and Newtownabbey is just one of several areas you're considering, this section can help with the rest. You can continue your local browsing with nearby places including Ballyeaston, Ballynure, Glengormley, Doagh, The Trench, and Carnmoney.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ballyclare
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ballyclare often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ballyclare?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ballyclare is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 5.3 miles to the south-east. The next closest are M A Irwin Dental (5.7 miles) and Whiteabbey Dental Practice (6.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ballyclare?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ballyclare, 8 practices within 10 miles and 51 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Jordanstown, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ballyclare?
The nearest practice to Ballyclare that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 5.3 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Abbey Dental Clinic (6.6 miles) and Clements Dental Care (8.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ballyclare, Antrim and Newtownabbey?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Ballyclare, Antrim and Newtownabbey?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.