Orthodontic practices near Clough
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Clough; 10 practices within 20. The closest is Lisburn Orthodontics, 17.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 17.3 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (34 reviews) |
| Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David HannaLisburn | 17.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (22 reviews) |
| Embrace orthodontics, LisburnLisburn | 17.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.2 (6 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 18.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Dunmurry Dental PracticeLisburn | 19.3 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (51 reviews) |
| Creative SmilesLisburn | 19.3 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Braden Dental CareBelfast | 19.5 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (125 reviews) |
| Finaghy Orthodontic CentreFinaghy | 19.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Clough with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lisburn, 17.3 miles north-west; the next are Belfast (19.5 miles north) and Finaghy (19.6 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lisburn | 6 | 17.3 miles north-west |
| Belfast | 16 | 19.5 miles north |
| Finaghy | 1 | 19.6 miles north |
| Moira | 1 | 20.4 miles north-west |
| Newry | 4 | 21.2 miles west |
| Warrenpoint | 1 | 21.2 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Clough
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Life Teeth in Belfast (4.9 from 566 reviews), 20.0 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 20.0 miles north |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 18.4 miles north-west |
| Finaghy Orthodontic CentreFinaghy | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 19.6 miles north |
| Creative SmilesLisburn | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 19.3 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Clough at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Newry, Mourne and Down |
| 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 | Around the Northern Ireland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Newry Mourne and Down | 58th closest to an orthodontic practice of 75 places in the county (the county median is 11.8 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 22 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lisburn Orthodontics, Lisburn — 17 miles Braden Dental Care, Belfast — 20 miles Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 40 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 10 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 Clough
Clough is a long way from a practice: the nearest we list is Lisburn Orthodontics, 17.3 miles away. Starting with a remote assessment, and asking any practice how few visits a plan can be built around, avoids journeys you do not need. 10 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (18.4 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (21.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Clough list clear aligners, the nearest 17.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Clough are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lisburn Orthodontics, 17.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 22 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Clough to Lisburn Orthodontics is roughly 40 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 450 to 900 miles and 13 to 27 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £200 to £405 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 270 to 450 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Clough
Newry Mourne and Down12 nearby locationsOrthodontic services in Clough
Orthodontist in Clough: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Clough understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across Newry Mourne and Down and the surrounding area.
What local practice data suggests in Clough
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Clough. The nearest we do hold are Lisburn Orthodontics, about 17 miles away; Braden Dental Care in Belfast, about 20 miles away; and Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, about 20 miles away.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Seaforde, Dundrum, Magherasaul, Ballykinler, Drumaroad, and Tyrella.
A quick look at Clough
The nearest other location we cover is Seaforde, around 2 km to the north.
Clough in context
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Clough; the nearest is about 17 miles away. Clough's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Clough is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 22 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Clough
Starting orthodontic treatment in Clough can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Clough
Every case in Clough follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Clough
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Clough has the full spectrum of options. 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 Clough
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 Clough. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Clough
These local links are here for anyone comparing Clough, Newry Mourne and Down against nearby alternatives. For a broader comparison, pages for Seaforde, Dundrum, Magherasaul, Ballykinler, Drumaroad, and Tyrella follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Clough
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Clough often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Clough?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Clough is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 17.3 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David Hanna (17.5 miles) and Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (17.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Clough?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Clough, 0 practices within 10 miles and 10 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Lisburn, 17.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Clough?
The nearest practice to Clough that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 17.3 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (17.5 miles) and Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (18.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Clough, Newry Mourne and Down?
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 Clough, Newry Mourne and Down?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.