Orthodontic practices near Cranagh
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Cranagh; 12 practices within 20. The closest is Omagh Orthodontics, 15.0 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omagh OrthodonticsOmagh | 15.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (3 reviews) |
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 15.7 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (10 reviews) |
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 17.4 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Ebrington DentalDerry | 17.6 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.1 (8 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SurgeryDerry | 18.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Kelly Dental CareDerry | 18.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.3 (7 reviews) |
| Northwest OrthodonticsDerry | 18.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (3 reviews) |
| Mulgrew OrthodonticsDerry | 18.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (21 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Cranagh with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Omagh, 15.0 miles south-west; the next are Strabane (15.7 miles west) and Derry (17.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Omagh | 1 | 15.0 miles south-west |
| Strabane | 1 | 15.7 miles west |
| Derry | 7 | 17.4 miles north-west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 18.8 miles east |
| Limavady | 1 | 19.3 miles north |
| Moy | 1 | 27.7 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Cranagh
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Mulgrew Orthodontics in Derry (5.0 from 21 reviews), 18.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mulgrew OrthodonticsDerry | 5.0 (21 reviews) | 18.1 miles north-west |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 19.0 miles east |
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 4.7 (45 reviews) | 17.4 miles north-west |
| Dental 32Magherafelt | 4.6 (40 reviews) | 18.8 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Cranagh at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Derry City and Strabane |
| 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 Derry City and Strabane | 57th closest to an orthodontic practice of 58 places in the county (the county median is 6.7 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Omagh Orthodontics, Omagh — 15 miles Strabane Family Dental Care, Strabane — 16 miles Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, Derry — 17 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 12 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 Cranagh
No practice on our register is within 15 miles of Cranagh; the nearest is Omagh Orthodontics, 15 miles away. With a journey that long, an online photo assessment first can tell you whether treatment is likely to suit you before you travel, and aligner treatment needs fewer visits than fixed braces. 12 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (29.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 13 of the practices around Cranagh list clear aligners, the nearest 15 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Cranagh are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Omagh Orthodontics, 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Cranagh to Omagh Orthodontics is roughly 35 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 390 to 780 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £175 to £350 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 230 to 390 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Cranagh
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Orthodontic care near Cranagh
Orthodontist in Cranagh: This page was put together for people in Cranagh who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Cranagh or another part of Derry City and Strabane.
Cranagh in numbers
Mount Hamilton is the closest neighbouring location page, around 4 km east of Cranagh.
The local picture in Cranagh
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Cranagh. Cranagh has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 15 miles away. Cranagh sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation.
Continue your local research
For a broader view, related location pages cover Mount Hamilton, Glenroan, Dreen, Irish Town, Scotch Town, and Greencastle as well as this one.
What local practice data suggests in Cranagh
There is no orthodontist on our records in Cranagh itself. The nearest we do hold are Omagh Orthodontics, about 15 miles away; Strabane Family Dental Care, about 16 miles away; and Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry, about 17 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Cranagh
Orthodontic treatment in Cranagh is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Cranagh runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
Orthodontic Treatments in Cranagh
The orthodontic landscape in Cranagh offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Cranagh
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Cranagh — 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 Cranagh. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Cranagh
This section helps connect Cranagh, Derry City and Strabane to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. If you're still deciding, related pages for Mount Hamilton, Glenroan, Dreen, Irish Town, Scotch Town, and Greencastle may help.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Cranagh
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Cranagh often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Cranagh?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Cranagh is Omagh Orthodontics, about 15.0 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Strabane Family Dental Care (15.7 miles) and Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry (17.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Cranagh?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Cranagh, 0 practices within 10 miles and 12 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Omagh, 15.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Cranagh?
The nearest practice to Cranagh that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Omagh Orthodontics, about 15.0 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Strabane Family Dental Care (15.7 miles) and Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry (17.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Cranagh, Derry City and Strabane?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Cranagh, Derry City and Strabane?
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.