Orthodontic practices near Cliftonville
On our practice register: 24 practices within 5 miles of Cliftonville, 40 practices within 10 and 49 practices within 20. The closest is Belfast Orthodontic Centre, 0.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belfast Orthodontic CentreBelfast | 0.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (58 reviews) |
| Shankill Orthodontic PracticeBelfast | 1.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Paste DentalBelfast | 1.9 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (284 reviews) |
| Royal School Of DentistryBelfast | 2.0 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (58 reviews) |
| N Wright Dental Practice LTDBelfast | 2.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (15 reviews) |
| Gentle Dental CareBelfast | 2.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (208 reviews) |
| Turk Dental CareBelfast | 2.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (20 reviews) |
| Beechview Dental CareBelfast | 2.6 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (286 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cliftonville with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Belfast, 0.5 miles north-west; the next are Carnmoney (3.7 miles north) and Newtownabbey (3.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 18 | 0.5 miles north-west |
| Carnmoney | 1 | 3.7 miles north |
| Newtownabbey | 2 | 3.7 miles north |
| Holywood | 1 | 4.0 miles east |
| Finaghy | 1 | 4.6 miles south-west |
| Jordanstown | 1 | 4.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cliftonville
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor (5.0 from 285 reviews), 8.2 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Helens Bay Dental Practice BangorBangor | 5.0 (285 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-east |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 3.1 miles south-east |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 3.6 miles south |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 7.5 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cliftonville at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Belfast |
| 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 | 24 practices, more than 99% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within City of Belfast | 7th closest to an orthodontic practice of 24 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 0.5 miles away, closer than 93% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Belfast Orthodontic Centre, Belfast — under a mile M A Irwin Dental, Carnmoney — 4 miles Whiteabbey Dental Practice, Newtownabbey — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 49 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BT15 |
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 Cliftonville
Cliftonville has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: Belfast Orthodontic Centre 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 49.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (1.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Cliftonville list clear aligners, the nearest 1.9 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cliftonville are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Shankill Orthodontic Practice in Belfast, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 2 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cliftonville
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Orthodontist in Cliftonville: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Cliftonville? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Cliftonville itself or elsewhere in City of Belfast.
Local context for Cliftonville
Just under 1 km north, Skegoniel is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Local provider signals in Cliftonville
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Cliftonville. The nearest we do hold are Belfast Orthodontic Centre, under a mile away; M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 4 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 4 miles away.
What official data says about Cliftonville
Cliftonville sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cliftonville is better served than 99% of towns in Northern Ireland. Cliftonville falls in a more deprived area than most of Northern Ireland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cliftonville is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 2 miles away.
Compare nearby areas
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Skegoniel, Whitehouse Upper, Belfast, Belfast City Centre, Cathedral's Quarter, and Shankill.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Cliftonville
Orthodontic treatment in Cliftonville is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Cliftonville
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Cliftonville. For NHS dental services, Cliftonville falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. With 24 orthodontic practices within five miles, Cliftonville is better served than 99% of towns in Northern Ireland. Cliftonville falls in a more deprived area than most of Northern Ireland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. The nearest university dental hospital to Cliftonville is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 2 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Cliftonville
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Cliftonville has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Treatment Options in Cliftonville — Local Context
Practices serving Cliftonville differ in what they offer, from brace type to appointment availability. For NHS dental services, Cliftonville falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (24), Cliftonville has more choice than 99% of towns in Northern Ireland. National deprivation data ranks Cliftonville among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Cliftonville is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 2 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Cliftonville itself. The closest on record are Belfast Orthodontic Centre, under a mile away; M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 4 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 4 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Cliftonville. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cliftonville
These local links are here for anyone comparing Cliftonville, City of Belfast against nearby alternatives. If you're still deciding, related pages for Skegoniel, Whitehouse Upper, Belfast, Belfast City Centre, Cathedral's Quarter, and Shankill may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Cliftonville
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cliftonville often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cliftonville?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cliftonville is Belfast Orthodontic Centre, about 0.5 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Shankill Orthodontic Practice (1.4 miles) and Paste Dental (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cliftonville?
Our register has 24 practices within 5 miles of Cliftonville, 40 practices within 10 miles and 49 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cliftonville?
The nearest practice to Cliftonville that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Shankill Orthodontic Practice in Belfast, about 1.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include N Wright Dental Practice LTD (2.4 miles) and Beechview Dental Care (2.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cliftonville, 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 Cliftonville, City of Belfast?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.