Orthodontic practices near Bovevagh
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Bovevagh; 1 practice within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, 6.6 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mckeee Dr LLimavady | 6.6 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 15.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Ebrington DentalDerry | 15.4 miles west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (8 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SurgeryDerry | 16.0 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Northwest OrthodonticsDerry | 16.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (3 reviews) |
| Mulgrew OrthodonticsDerry | 16.0 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (21 reviews) |
| Quayside Dental CareDerry | 16.0 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 16.1 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Bovevagh with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Limavady, 6.6 miles north; the next are Derry (15.3 miles west) and Coleraine (16.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Limavady | 1 | 6.6 miles north |
| Derry | 7 | 15.3 miles west |
| Coleraine | 7 | 16.1 miles north-east |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 18.5 miles south-east |
| Portrush | 1 | 20.7 miles north-east |
| Strabane | 1 | 22.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Bovevagh
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), 16.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 16.2 miles north-east |
| Mulgrew OrthodonticsDerry | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 16.0 miles west |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 18.7 miles south-east |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 16.3 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Bovevagh 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 | 41st closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.6 miles away, closer than 53% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Mckeee Dr L, Limavady — 7 miles Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, Derry — 15 miles New Row Dental Surgery, Coleraine — 16 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 | 1 within 10 miles, 17 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 Bovevagh
The nearest practice to Bovevagh is Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, 6.6 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (16.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 16 of the practices around Bovevagh list clear aligners, the nearest 15.3 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 Bovevagh are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, 15.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Bovevagh to Mckeee Dr L 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 170 to 340 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £155 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Bovevagh
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Explore braces and aligners in Bovevagh
Orthodontist in Bovevagh: Before booking anything in Bovevagh, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Causeway Coast and Glens.
What we know about practices near Bovevagh
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Bovevagh itself. The closest on record are Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 7 miles away; Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 15 miles away; and New Row Dental Surgery in Coleraine, about 16 miles away.
Local context for Bovevagh
Just around 2 km south, Dungiven is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Bovevagh in context
For NHS dental services, Bovevagh falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Bovevagh usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Bovevagh among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Dungiven, Derryork, Terrydremont, Drumsurn, Ballydarrog, and Lislane.
The Orthodontic Journey in Bovevagh
Starting orthodontic treatment in Bovevagh can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. 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.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Bovevagh — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Bovevagh Explained
Patients in Bovevagh have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Bovevagh
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Bovevagh. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Bovevagh
These links help widen your research beyond Bovevagh, Causeway Coast and Glens if you're open to travelling a little further. This page links onward to Dungiven, Derryork, Terrydremont, Drumsurn, Ballydarrog, and Lislane for wider comparison.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Bovevagh
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Bovevagh often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Bovevagh?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Bovevagh is Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 6.6 miles to the north. The next closest are Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry (15.3 miles) and Ebrington Dental (15.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Bovevagh?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Bovevagh, 1 practice within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Limavady, 6.6 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Bovevagh?
The nearest practice to Bovevagh that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 15.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Northwest Orthodontics (16.0 miles) and Quayside Dental Care (16.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Bovevagh, Causeway Coast and Glens?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Bovevagh, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.