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Orthodontic practices near Cathedral's Quarter

On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Cathedral's Quarter, 40 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Paste Dental in Belfast, 0.5 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Paste DentalBelfast0.5 miles south–✓✓4.9 (284 reviews)
Shankill Orthodontic PracticeBelfast0.9 miles west✓––3.4 (5 reviews)
Gentle Dental CareBelfast1.0 miles south–––4.8 (208 reviews)
Royal School Of DentistryBelfast1.0 miles south-west–––4.8 (58 reviews)
Malone DentalBelfast1.5 miles south–✓✓4.7 (75 reviews)
Turk Dental CareBelfast1.5 miles south-east–✓✓4.2 (20 reviews)
Beechview Dental CareBelfast1.7 miles south-west✓–✓4.9 (286 reviews)
Kennedy Orthodontics -BelfastBelfast1.8 miles south-west✓✓✓4.8 (19 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Cathedral's Quarter with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Belfast, 0.5 miles south; the next are Finaghy (3.5 miles south-west) and Lisburn (4.3 miles south-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Belfast180.5 miles south
Finaghy13.5 miles south-west
Lisburn64.3 miles south-west
Holywood14.6 miles north-east
Carnmoney15.0 miles north
Newtownabbey25.0 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cathedral's Quarter

Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Greenwood Specialist Dental Clinic in Belfast (5.0 from 82 reviews), 2.6 miles east.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast5.0 (82 reviews)2.6 miles east
New Life TeethBelfast4.9 (566 reviews)2.4 miles south-west
Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn4.9 (429 reviews)6.4 miles south-west
Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast4.9 (306 reviews)1.9 miles south-west

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Cathedral's Quarter at a Glance

NationNorthern Ireland
Council areaBelfast
NHS dental servicesHealth and Social Care Northern Ireland
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults 80% of the fee, capped at £384
DeprivationMore deprived than most of Northern Ireland
Practices within 5 miles22 practices, more than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland
Access within City of Belfast7th closest to an orthodontic practice of 24 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles)
Nearest practice compared0.5 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Northern Ireland
Nearest university dental hospitalRoyal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 1 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesPaste Dental, Belfast — under a mile
Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 4 miles
Dunmurry Dental Practice, Lisburn — 4 miles
Practices within 10 and 20 miles40 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 Cathedral's Quarter

Cathedral's Quarter has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Paste Dental in Belfast is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 48.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Cathedral's Quarter list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile 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 Cathedral's Quarter are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Shankill Orthodontic Practice in Belfast, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 1 mile away.

Orthodontic Treatment In Cathedral's Quarter

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Explore teeth straightening in Cathedral's Quarter

Orthodontist in Cathedral's Quarter: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Cathedral's Quarter? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It connects local orthodontic research in Cathedral's Quarter with the wider City of Belfast area.

The local picture in Cathedral's Quarter

For NHS dental services, Cathedral's Quarter falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Cathedral's Quarter has more choice than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland. Cathedral's Quarter's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Northern Ireland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Cathedral's Quarter is about 1 mile from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast.

Local provider signals in Cathedral's Quarter

We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cathedral's Quarter itself. The nearest we do hold are Paste Dental in Belfast, under a mile away; Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 4 miles away; and Dunmurry Dental Practice in Lisburn, about 4 miles away.

More local pages to browse

If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Belfast, Belfast City Centre, Cliftonville, Shankill, Skegoniel, and Ballymacarret may also help.

Where Cathedral's Quarter sits locally

Heading north for under 1 km brings you to Belfast, the closest linked location.

Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Cathedral's Quarter

Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Cathedral's Quarter helps you ask the right questions. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.

From First Photo to Finished Smile in Cathedral's Quarter

Treatment in Cathedral's Quarter runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.

Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Cathedral's Quarter

From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Cathedral's Quarter has the full spectrum of options. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Treatment Options in Cathedral's Quarter — Local Context

Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Cathedral's Quarter. Cathedral's Quarter sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. Cathedral's Quarter has 22 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland. By national deprivation ranking, Cathedral's Quarter sits among the more deprived areas of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Cathedral's Quarter is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 1 mile away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Cathedral's Quarter itself. The closest on record are Paste Dental in Belfast, under a mile away; Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 4 miles away; and Dunmurry Dental Practice in Lisburn, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.

This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cathedral's Quarter. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Cathedral's Quarter

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cathedral's Quarter often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cathedral's Quarter?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cathedral's Quarter is Paste Dental in Belfast, about 0.5 miles to the south. The next closest are Shankill Orthodontic Practice (0.9 miles) and Gentle Dental Care (1.0 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Cathedral's Quarter?

Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Cathedral's Quarter, 40 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cathedral's Quarter?

The nearest practice to Cathedral's Quarter that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Shankill Orthodontic Practice in Belfast, about 0.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Beechview Dental Care (1.7 miles) and Kennedy Orthodontics -Belfast (1.8 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cathedral's Quarter, City of Belfast?

Many patients begin with an online orthodontic assessment so they can understand possible treatment routes before booking an appointment.

Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cathedral's Quarter, City of Belfast?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleCathedral's Quarter, City of Belfast Clear Braces & Aligners
PublisherVirtual Consultant Online
Published1 June 2022
Modified10 October 2026
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