Orthodontic practices near Craigs Upper
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Craigs Upper; 1 practice within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 9.0 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 9.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 10.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 10.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Galgorm DentalBallymena | 11.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Ballymena Orthodontic ClinicBallymena | 11.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoplusBallymena | 11.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 11.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 11.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Craigs Upper with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cullybackey, 9.0 miles south-east; the next are Coleraine (10.4 miles north-west) and Ballymena (11.7 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cullybackey | 1 | 9.0 miles south-east |
| Coleraine | 7 | 10.4 miles north-west |
| Ballymena | 6 | 11.7 miles south-east |
| Portrush | 1 | 15.8 miles north-west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 17.8 miles south |
| Limavady | 1 | 18.6 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 Upper
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), 10.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 10.4 miles north-west |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 9.0 miles south-east |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 17.8 miles south |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 12.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Craigs Upper 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 | 62nd 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 — 35 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 9 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 10 miles Galgorm Dental, Ballymena — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 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 Upper
The nearest practice to Craigs Upper is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 9 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 (11.9 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 10 of the practices around Craigs Upper list clear aligners, the nearest 11.7 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 Upper are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 35 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Craigs Upper to Maine Dental Practice is roughly 20 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 230 to 470 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £105 to £210 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 230 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Craigs Upper
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Local orthodontic treatment in Craigs Upper
Orthodontist in Craigs Upper: Searching for orthodontic treatment in Craigs Upper? This page sets out braces, aligner, and assessment options in one place. It connects local orthodontic research in Craigs Upper with the wider Causeway Coast and Glens area.
Widen your local search
Pages for Craigs, Craigs Lower, Craigs Middle, Garryduff, Finvoy, and Rasharkin follow the same format and can help with wider comparisons.
Facts about Craigs Upper
The nearest other location we cover is Craigs, around 2 km to the south.
What official data says about Craigs Upper
Craigs Upper sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Craigs Upper; the nearest is about 9 miles away. National deprivation data puts Craigs Upper close to the Northern Ireland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Craigs Upper is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 35 miles away.
What we know about practices near Craigs Upper
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Craigs Upper itself. The nearest we do hold are Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9 miles away; Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 10 miles away; and Galgorm Dental in Ballymena, about 12 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Craigs Upper
Patients in Craigs Upper have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Craigs Upper
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Craigs Upper — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Craigs Upper
Many people in Craigs Upper delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Craigs Upper
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Craigs Upper — comparing a couple is worthwhile. For NHS dental services, Craigs Upper falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Craigs Upper; the nearest is about 9 miles away. Craigs Upper sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to Craigs Upper is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 35 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Craigs Upper. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Craigs Upper
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Craigs Upper, Causeway Coast and Glens. Other local pages worth browsing include Craigs, Craigs Lower, Craigs Middle, Garryduff, Finvoy, and Rasharkin.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Craigs Upper
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Craigs Upper often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Craigs Upper?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Craigs Upper is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9.0 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Causeway Orthodontic Centre (10.4 miles) and Pure Dental Hygiene (10.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Craigs Upper?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Craigs Upper, 1 practice within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cullybackey, 9.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Craigs Upper?
The nearest practice to Craigs Upper that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9.0 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Causeway Orthodontic Centre (10.4 miles) and Orthoplus (11.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Craigs Upper, Causeway Coast and Glens?
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 Craigs Upper, Causeway Coast and Glens?
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.