Orthodontic practices near Causeway Head
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Causeway Head; 8 practices within 10 and 8 practices within 20. The closest is Portrush Dental Care, 6.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 6.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 9.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 9.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 9.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 9.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 9.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 9.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| CINCHORTHO LTDColeraine | 9.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Causeway Head with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portrush, 6.3 miles west; the next are Coleraine (9.4 miles south-west) and Limavady (21.3 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portrush | 1 | 6.3 miles west |
| Coleraine | 7 | 9.4 miles south-west |
| Limavady | 1 | 21.3 miles south-west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 24.3 miles south |
| Ballymena | 6 | 26.6 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Causeway Head
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), 9.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 9.6 miles south-west |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-west |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 4.7 (15 reviews) | 9.4 miles south-west |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.3 (17 reviews) | 9.6 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Causeway Head 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 | 39th closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.3 miles away, closer than 56% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 6 miles Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery, Coleraine — 9 miles Mckeee Dr L, Limavady — 21 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, 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 Causeway Head
From Causeway Head the nearest practice is Portrush Dental Care, 6.3 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 8.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Portrush Dental Care (6.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 9 of the practices around Causeway Head list clear aligners, the nearest 6.3 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 Causeway Head are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush Dental Care, 6.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Causeway Head 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 160 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 160 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Causeway Head
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Compare braces and clear aligners in Causeway Head
Orthodontist in Causeway Head: This page was put together for people in Causeway Head who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Causeway Coast and Glens.
The local picture in Causeway Head
NHS dental commissioning in Causeway Head falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Causeway Head usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Causeway Head sits among the more deprived areas of Northern Ireland.
A quick look at Causeway Head
Aird is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Causeway Head.
Useful local orthodontic context for Causeway Head
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Causeway Head. The nearest we do hold are Portrush Dental Care, about 6 miles away; Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery in Coleraine, about 9 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 21 miles away.
More local pages to browse
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Aird, Tonduff, Lisnagunogue, Bushmills, Portballintrae, and Lissanduff may also help.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Causeway Head
Many people in Causeway Head delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Causeway Head
Treatment in Causeway Head runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Causeway Head
The orthodontic landscape in Causeway Head offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Causeway Head
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Causeway Head — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Causeway Head. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Causeway Head
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Causeway Head, Causeway Coast and Glens within a broader nearby area. You can also browse nearby location pages including Aird, Tonduff, Lisnagunogue, Bushmills, Portballintrae, and Lissanduff.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Causeway Head
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Causeway Head often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Causeway Head?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Causeway Head is Portrush Dental Care, about 6.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (9.4 miles) and 18 Dental (9.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Causeway Head?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Causeway Head, 8 practices within 10 miles and 8 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portrush, 6.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Causeway Head?
The nearest practice to Causeway Head that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portrush Dental Care, about 6.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (9.4 miles) and 18 Dental (9.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Causeway Head, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Causeway Head, 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.