Orthodontic practices near Ballyneaner
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Ballyneaner; 6 practices within 10 and 10 practices within 20. The closest is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, 9.3 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 9.3 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Ebrington DentalDerry | 9.5 miles north | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (8 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SurgeryDerry | 9.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Northwest OrthodonticsDerry | 9.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (3 reviews) |
| Mulgrew OrthodonticsDerry | 9.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (21 reviews) |
| Kelly Dental CareDerry | 10.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (7 reviews) |
| Quayside Dental CareDerry | 10.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 10.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ballyneaner with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Derry, 9.3 miles north; the next are Strabane (10.2 miles west) and Limavady (16.7 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Derry | 7 | 9.3 miles north |
| Strabane | 1 | 10.2 miles west |
| Limavady | 1 | 16.7 miles north-east |
| Omagh | 1 | 18.8 miles south |
| Bready | 3 | 20.4 miles west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 25.6 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ballyneaner
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mulgrew Orthodontics in Derry (5.0 from 21 reviews), 9.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mulgrew OrthodonticsDerry | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 9.9 miles north-west |
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 4.7 (45 reviews) | 9.3 miles north |
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 3.4 (10 reviews) | 10.2 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Ballyneaner at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derry City and Strabane |
| 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 Derry City and Strabane | 42nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 58 places in the county (the county median is 6.7 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, Derry — 9 miles Strabane Family Dental Care, Strabane — 10 miles Mckeee Dr L, Limavady — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 6 within 10 miles, 10 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 Ballyneaner
The nearest practice to Ballyneaner is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, 9.3 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 6 practices, and within 20 there are 10.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (28.4 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 13 of the practices around Ballyneaner list clear aligners, the nearest 9.3 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 Ballyneaner are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, 9.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Ballyneaner to Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry is roughly 20 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Ballyneaner
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Local provider signals in Ballyneaner
There is no orthodontist on our records in Ballyneaner itself. The closest on record are Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 9 miles away; Strabane Family Dental Care, about 10 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 17 miles away.
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Area profile for Ballyneaner
For NHS dental services, Ballyneaner falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ballyneaner; the nearest is about 9 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Ballyneaner sits among the more deprived areas of Northern Ireland.
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Treatment Options in Ballyneaner — Local Context
Not every practice near Ballyneaner offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. For NHS dental services, Ballyneaner falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Ballyneaner usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Ballyneaner's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Northern Ireland. There is no orthodontist on our records in Ballyneaner itself. The nearest we do hold are Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 9 miles away; Strabane Family Dental Care, about 10 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 17 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Ballyneaner
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Ballyneaner often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ballyneaner?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ballyneaner is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 9.3 miles to the north. The next closest are Ebrington Dental (9.5 miles) and Clarendon Dental Surgery (9.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ballyneaner?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ballyneaner, 6 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Derry, 9.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Ballyneaner?
The nearest practice to Ballyneaner that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 9.3 miles to the north. Others nearby include Northwest Orthodontics (9.9 miles) and Quayside Dental Care (10.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Ballyneaner, Derry City and Strabane?
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 Ballyneaner, Derry City and Strabane?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.