Orthodontic practices near Craigs
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Craigs; 1 practice within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 7.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 7.8 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Galgorm DentalBallymena | 10.5 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Ballymena Orthodontic ClinicBallymena | 10.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoplusBallymena | 10.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Smiles Dental CareBallymena | 10.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (122 reviews) |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 11.0 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 11.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 11.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Craigs with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cullybackey, 7.8 miles south-east; the next are Ballymena (10.5 miles south-east) and Coleraine (11.5 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cullybackey | 1 | 7.8 miles south-east |
| Ballymena | 6 | 10.5 miles south-east |
| Coleraine | 7 | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 16.5 miles south |
| Portrush | 1 | 17.1 miles north-west |
| Limavady | 1 | 18.8 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Craigs
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), 11.5 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 11.5 miles north-west |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 7.8 miles south-east |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 16.5 miles south |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 11.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Craigs 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 | Around the Northern Ireland average |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Causeway Coast and Glens | 52nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 8 miles Galgorm Dental, Ballymena — 10 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 12 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 | 1 within 10 miles, 18 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 Craigs
The nearest practice to Craigs is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 7.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 11 of the practices around Craigs list clear aligners, the nearest 10.5 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 Craigs are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 7.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Craigs to Maine Dental Practice 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 200 to 410 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £185 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 200 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Craigs
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Orthodontic services in Craigs
Orthodontist in Craigs: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Craigs, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Craigs itself or elsewhere in Causeway Coast and Glens.
What we know about practices near Craigs
There is no orthodontist on our records in Craigs itself. The nearest recorded are Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 8 miles away; Galgorm Dental in Ballymena, about 10 miles away; and Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 12 miles away.
Widen your local search
If you are comparing a wider local area, you can also browse nearby orthodontic location pages such as Craigs Lower, Craigs Middle, Craigs Upper, Rasharkin, Finvoy, and Ballymaconnelly.
The local picture in Craigs
Craigs sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. Craigs has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 8 miles away. Craigs's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Craigs is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Facts about Craigs
Craigs Lower is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km north of Craigs.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Craigs
Patients in Craigs have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Craigs
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Craigs — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Craigs
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Craigs helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Craigs
Not every practice near Craigs offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. For NHS dental services, Craigs falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Craigs; the nearest is about 8 miles away. National deprivation data puts Craigs close to the Northern Ireland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Craigs is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 34 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Craigs. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Craigs
This section is aimed at people whose search for treatment isn't limited to Craigs, Causeway Coast and Glens alone. For a broader comparison, pages for Craigs Lower, Craigs Middle, Craigs Upper, Rasharkin, Finvoy, and Ballymaconnelly follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Craigs
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Craigs often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Craigs?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Craigs is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 7.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Galgorm Dental (10.5 miles) and Ballymena Orthodontic Clinic (10.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Craigs?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Craigs, 1 practice within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cullybackey, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Craigs?
The nearest practice to Craigs that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 7.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Orthoplus (10.9 miles) and Causeway Orthodontic Centre (11.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Craigs, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Craigs, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.