Costs in Ballyvoy at a Glance
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
|---|---|
| Deprivation | Around the Northern Ireland average |
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 18.6 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | 18 Dental, Coleraine — 19.7 miles |
| Practices on our register | 0 within 5 miles, 0 within 10, 7 within 20 |
| Access within Causeway Coast and Glens | 91st closest to a practice of 96 places in the county; the county median is 7.3 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Ballyvoy that list payment plans
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Ballyvoy; 7 practices within 20. The closest is Portrush Dental Care, 18.6 miles west. The nearest that mentions finance or monthly payments is 18 Dental, 19.7 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Finance | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 18.6 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 19.0 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 19.0 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 19.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 19.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 19.8 miles west | – | ✓ | – | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Ballyvoy with practices listing payment plans
The closest town with practices listing payment plans is Portrush, 18.6 miles west; the next are Coleraine (19.0 miles west) and Cullybackey (22.7 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portrush | 1 | 18.6 miles west |
| Coleraine | 7 | 19.0 miles west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 22.7 miles south |
| Ballymena | 6 | 23.3 miles south |
| Campbeltown | 1 | 27.2 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Ballyvoy
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), 19.0 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 19.0 miles west |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 19.7 miles west |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 4.7 (15 reviews) | 19.7 miles west |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.3 (17 reviews) | 19.9 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
What a course costs from Ballyvoy, travel included
The fees are typical UK private prices. Travel is added for the journey to Portrush Dental Care, the nearest practice on our register (18.6 miles away, about 24.2 miles by road), at the 45p a mile HMRC rate for every visit there and back.
| Treatment | Typical fee | Visits | Travel | Total from here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal braces | £1,500 to £3,500 | 10 to 20 | £220 to £435 | £1,720 to £3,935 |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000 to £4,500 | 10 to 20 | £220 to £435 | £2,220 to £4,935 |
| Lingual braces | £4,000 to £8,000 | 10 to 20 | £220 to £435 | £4,220 to £8,435 |
| Clear aligners | £1,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £130 to £220 | £1,630 to £5,720 |
| Invisalign | £2,500 to £5,500 | 6 to 10 | £130 to £220 | £2,630 to £5,720 |
Estimates. Fees vary by practice and case, so ask what each quote includes (retainers, refinements, emergency visits). NHS treatment for eligible under-18s is free.
What affects cost near Ballyvoy
| Cost factor | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free first appointment | a free consultation | Portrush Dental Care (18.6 miles) | Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (19.7 miles) | 2 |
| Monthly payments | payment plans | 18 Dental, Coleraine (19.7 miles) | Smiles Dental Care (23.4 miles) | 1 |
| NHS treatment | NHS orthodontics | Portrush Dental Care (18.6 miles) | Causeway Orthodontic Centre (19 miles); Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (19.7 miles) | 5 |
| Private treatment | private fees | Portrush Dental Care (18.6 miles) | Causeway Orthodontic Centre (19 miles); Pure Dental Hygiene (19 miles) | 7 |
| Aligner prices to compare | aligners | Portrush Dental Care (18.6 miles) | Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (19.7 miles); 18 Dental (19.7 miles) | 5 |
| Brace prices to compare | fixed braces | Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine (19 miles) | Orthoplus (23.4 miles); Galgorm Dental (24.4 miles) | 1 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
There's no single price for orthodontics in Ballyvoy — the range is genuinely wide. Understanding what drives the price, and what should be included in the fee, helps you compare quotes accurately. Payment plans can make private treatment accessible even on a tighter budget.
Cost Context for Ballyvoy
As a guide, private full fixed brace treatment in Ballyvoy usually ranges from £1,500 to £5,500. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Ballyvoy. NHS dental commissioning in Ballyvoy falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Ballyvoy; the nearest is about 19 miles away. Ballyvoy's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. See local practice availability in Ballyvoy → Costs can vary significantly between providers — getting two or three quotes and comparing what's included (retainers, refinements, both arches) before committing is strongly recommended.
What Each Treatment Costs in Ballyvoy
The table below sets out indicative private ranges in Ballyvoy — useful for a like-for-like comparison:
| Treatment type | Typical cost range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NHS metal braces | Free for eligible under-18s | Adults who do qualify pay 80% of the Health Service fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. |
| Private metal braces | £1,500–£3,500 | No waiting list. Full arch treatment. Retainers included in good practices. |
| Ceramic braces | £2,000–£4,500 | Tooth-coloured brackets. More discreet than metal. Not NHS-available. |
| Clear aligners (non-Invisalign) | £1,500–£4,500 | Wide range by brand and complexity. Confirm refinements and retainers are included. |
| Invisalign Lite | £2,500–£3,500 | Mild cases only. Limited refinements. |
| Invisalign Comprehensive | £3,500–£5,500 | Moderate to complex. Unlimited refinements within treatment cycle. |
| Lingual braces | £4,000–£8,000 | Completely hidden. Highest cost. Fewest providers in Ballyvoy. |
These are typical private fee ranges for Ballyvoy — individual practices may charge more or less depending on their overheads, location, and clinician experience. Always request a written treatment plan with the full fee itemised before committing.
What You're Actually Paying For
Treatment type is the biggest driver. Metal is cheapest, ceramic more, aligners and lingual more again — each appliance has different manufacture, fitting and adjustment costs.
Case complexity moves the price within any treatment type. A mild spacing case needs fewer appointments and less clinical time than a complex overbite correction with extractions.
Number of arches is an easy thing to miss: a single-arch quote will look cheaper than a dual-arch one, so check like for like.
Retainers are a recurring cost people forget; check whether the quote bundles them or adds them at the end.
Refinements can quietly inflate an aligner bill if capped, so pin down the refinement policy up front.
Practice location and overheads push city-centre fees above suburban ones. Ballyvoy usually has practices at several price points, so two or three quotes are worthwhile.
Aligner pricing in Ballyvoy explained
Clear aligner cost in Ballyvoy varies considerably from case to case. Case complexity, number of trays, refinements and aftercare all move the total. What's included matters more than the sticker price when you compare providers.
Indicative Clear Aligner Costs in Ballyvoy
As a rough guide, aligner treatment in Ballyvoy falls into these bands:
Budget aligner options in Ballyvoy
'Affordable' and 'cheap' are meaningfully different when it comes to aligner treatment in Ballyvoy. Understanding what a lower price actually buys is essential before committing. Below, we break down what drives the low end of the market and how to compare it safely.
How to Find Genuine Value in Ballyvoy
Start by understanding your own case, then weigh Ballyvoy quotes against each other on the same basis. Knowing your likely complexity up front — a photo assessment helps — stops you comparing a simple quote against a complex one.
Frequently Asked Questions — Costs in Ballyvoy
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Ballyvoy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Ballyvoy is Portrush Dental Care, about 18.6 miles to the west. The next closest are Causeway Orthodontic Centre (19.0 miles) and Pure Dental Hygiene (19.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Ballyvoy?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Ballyvoy, 0 practices within 10 miles and 7 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portrush, 18.6 miles away.
Which practices near Ballyvoy offer payment plans?
The nearest practice to Ballyvoy that mentions finance or monthly payment options is 18 Dental in Coleraine, about 19.7 miles to the west. Others nearby include Smiles Dental Care (23.4 miles).
Which NHS body covers Ballyvoy for dental care?
Ballyvoy sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning.
How deprived is Ballyvoy compared with the rest of Northern Ireland?
By the national deprivation index, Ballyvoy is close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Ballyvoy?
Toor, Moyarget, Torr are within easy reach of Ballyvoy.
What county is Ballyvoy in?
Ballyvoy is in Causeway Coast and Glens.
Are there payment plans for orthodontic treatment?
Yes, most private practices offer monthly plans, often 0% interest, with a 10-25% deposit to start. Worth checking whether it's in-house or through a finance provider, and what happens to payments if treatment overruns.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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