Orthodontic practices near Carneatly
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Carneatly; 8 practices within 20. The closest is Portrush Dental Care, 14.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 14.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 14.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 14.9 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 15.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 15.6 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 15.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 15.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| CINCHORTHO LTDColeraine | 16.0 miles west | – | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Carneatly with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portrush, 14.8 miles west; the next are Coleraine (14.9 miles west) and Cullybackey (20.4 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portrush | 1 | 14.8 miles west |
| Coleraine | 7 | 14.9 miles west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 20.4 miles south |
| Ballymena | 6 | 21.6 miles south |
| Limavady | 1 | 27.4 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Carneatly
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), 14.9 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 14.9 miles west |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 15.6 miles west |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 4.7 (15 reviews) | 15.6 miles west |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.3 (17 reviews) | 15.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Carneatly 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 | 87th closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 15 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 15 miles Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 8 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 Carneatly
The nearest practice to Carneatly is Portrush Dental Care, 14.8 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. 8 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Portrush Dental Care (14.8 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 9 of the practices around Carneatly list clear aligners, the nearest 14.8 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 Carneatly are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush Dental Care, 14.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Carneatly to Portrush Dental Care is roughly 35 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 380 to 770 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £170 to £345 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 230 to 380 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Carneatly
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Find orthodontic treatment in Carneatly
Orthodontist in Carneatly: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Carneatly keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Causeway Coast and Glens.
Local treatment availability around Carneatly
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Carneatly itself. The nearest we do hold are Portrush Dental Care, about 15 miles away; Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 15 miles away; and Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 20 miles away.
What official data says about Carneatly
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Carneatly usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 15 miles away. Carneatly falls in a more deprived area than most of Northern Ireland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
For a broader view, related location pages cover Cape Castle, Ballycastle, Moyarget, Armoy, Toor, and Ballintoy as well as this one.
Carneatly in numbers
Moyarget is the closest neighbouring location page, around 3 km west of Carneatly.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Carneatly
Orthodontic treatment in Carneatly is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The process is well-defined, and most patients find it far more manageable once they understand each stage. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Carneatly
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Carneatly — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
All Orthodontic Options in Carneatly Explained
Patients in Carneatly have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Carneatly
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Carneatly. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Carneatly
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Carneatly, Causeway Coast and Glens within a broader nearby area. This page links onward to Cape Castle, Ballycastle, Moyarget, Armoy, Toor, and Ballintoy for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Carneatly
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Carneatly often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Carneatly?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Carneatly is Portrush Dental Care, about 14.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Causeway Orthodontic Centre (14.9 miles) and Pure Dental Hygiene (14.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Carneatly?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Carneatly, 0 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portrush, 14.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Carneatly?
The nearest practice to Carneatly that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portrush Dental Care, about 14.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Causeway Orthodontic Centre (14.9 miles) and Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (15.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Carneatly, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Carneatly, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.