Orthodontic practices near Carr
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Carr, 24 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Lisburn Orthodontics, 5.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 5.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (34 reviews) |
| Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David HannaLisburn | 5.2 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (22 reviews) |
| Embrace orthodontics, LisburnLisburn | 5.2 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.2 (6 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 5.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Dunmurry Dental PracticeLisburn | 5.8 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (51 reviews) |
| Creative SmilesLisburn | 5.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Finaghy Orthodontic CentreFinaghy | 6.0 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
| Braden Dental CareBelfast | 6.2 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (125 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Carr with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lisburn, 5.0 miles north-west; the next are Finaghy (6.0 miles north) and Belfast (6.2 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lisburn | 6 | 5.0 miles north-west |
| Finaghy | 1 | 6.0 miles north |
| Belfast | 18 | 6.2 miles north |
| Holywood | 1 | 11.7 miles north |
| Moira | 1 | 11.8 miles west |
| Newtownards | 3 | 12.1 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 Carr
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 11.8 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 11.8 miles west |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 8.4 miles north |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 6.4 miles north |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 5.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Carr at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within Lisburn and Castlereagh | 22nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 28 places in the county (the county median is 3.4 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.0 miles away, closer than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 8 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lisburn Orthodontics, Lisburn — 5 miles Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 6 miles Braden Dental Care, Belfast — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 24 within 10 miles, 48 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 Carr
From Carr the nearest practice is Lisburn Orthodontics, 5 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 24 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (5.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (7.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Carr list clear aligners, the nearest 5 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 Carr are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lisburn Orthodontics, 5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Carr to Lisburn Orthodontics is roughly 10 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 130 to 260 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £60 to £115 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 130 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Carr
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Braces and aligner options in Carr
Orthodontist in Carr: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Carr. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Carr or another part of Lisburn and Castlereagh.
Facts about Carr
Just around 1 km south, Boardmills is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Carr in context
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Carr. Measured by orthodontic practice within five miles (1), Carr has more choice than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland. By national deprivation ranking, Carr sits among the less deprived areas of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Carr is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Practice signals around Carr
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Carr itself. The closest on record are Lisburn Orthodontics, about 5 miles away; Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 6 miles away; and Braden Dental Care in Belfast, about 6 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Boardmills, Killaney, Drumbo, Purdysburn, Carryduff, and Newtownbreda may also help.
Orthodontic Treatments in Carr
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Carr has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in Carr — Local Context
What's available in Carr depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Carr sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Carr is better served than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland. Carr falls in a less deprived area than most of Northern Ireland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Carr is about 8 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Carr itself. The closest on record are Lisburn Orthodontics, about 5 miles away; Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 6 miles away; and Braden Dental Care in Belfast, about 6 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Carr
Orthodontic treatment in Carr 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Treatment in Carr runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Carr. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Carr
If you are researching orthodontic treatment in and around Carr, Lisburn and Castlereagh, these local links help you keep browsing. If you're still deciding, related pages for Boardmills, Killaney, Drumbo, Purdysburn, Carryduff, and Newtownbreda may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Carr
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Carr often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Carr?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Carr is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 5.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David Hanna (5.2 miles) and Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (5.2 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Carr?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Carr, 24 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Carr?
The nearest practice to Carr that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 5.0 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (5.2 miles) and Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (5.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Carr, Lisburn and Castlereagh?
Beginning with an online photo review is usually quicker than arranging an in-person consultation for an initial opinion.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Carr, Lisburn and Castlereagh?
Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.