Orthodontic practices near Billy
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Billy; 8 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Portrush Dental Care, 7.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 7.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 7.3 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 7.3 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 7.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 7.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 7.8 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 8.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| CINCHORTHO LTDColeraine | 8.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Billy with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portrush, 7.2 miles west; the next are Coleraine (7.3 miles south-west) and Limavady (19.8 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portrush | 1 | 7.2 miles west |
| Coleraine | 7 | 7.3 miles south-west |
| Limavady | 1 | 19.8 miles south-west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 20.1 miles south |
| Ballymena | 6 | 22.4 miles south |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 29.1 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Billy
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), 7.3 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 7.3 miles south-west |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 7.8 miles west |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 4.7 (15 reviews) | 7.8 miles west |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.3 (17 reviews) | 8.0 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Billy at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| 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 Causeway Coast and Glens | 48th closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 7.2 miles away, closer than 50% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 7 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 7 miles Mckeee Dr L, Limavady — 20 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 | 8 within 10 miles, 9 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 Billy
From Billy the nearest practice is Portrush Dental Care, 7.2 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Portrush Dental Care (7.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 10 of the practices around Billy list clear aligners, the nearest 7.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Billy are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush Dental Care, 7.2 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Billy to Portrush 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 190 to 370 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £165 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Billy
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Explore braces and aligners in Billy
Orthodontist in Billy: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Billy understand their options before committing to an appointment. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Billy itself or elsewhere in Causeway Coast and Glens.
The local picture in Billy
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Billy. Billy has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Billy falls in a more deprived area than most of Northern Ireland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility.
Practice signals around Billy
There is no orthodontist on our records in Billy itself. The closest on record are Portrush Dental Care, about 7 miles away; Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 7 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 20 miles away.
Local context for Billy
The nearest other location we cover is Ballydivity, around 3 km to the south-west.
Continue your local research
Pages for Ballydivity, Derrykeighan, Bushmills, Dervock, Lisnagunogue, and Aird follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Billy
Starting orthodontic treatment in Billy can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Billy
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Billy — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Billy Explained
Patients in Billy have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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 Billy — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Billy. For NHS dental services, Billy falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Billy has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 7 miles away. Billy's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Northern Ireland. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Billy itself. The closest on record are Portrush Dental Care, about 7 miles away; Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 7 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 20 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Billy. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Billy
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Billy, Causeway Coast and Glens with surrounding locations. This page links onward to Ballydivity, Derrykeighan, Bushmills, Dervock, Lisnagunogue, and Aird for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Billy
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Billy often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Billy?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Billy is Portrush Dental Care, about 7.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Causeway Orthodontic Centre (7.3 miles) and Pure Dental Hygiene (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Billy?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Billy, 8 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portrush, 7.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Billy?
The nearest practice to Billy that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portrush Dental Care, about 7.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Causeway Orthodontic Centre (7.3 miles) and Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (7.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Billy, Causeway Coast and Glens?
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 Billy, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.