Orthodontic practices near Crew
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Crew; 1 practice within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is Strabane Family Dental Care, 7.7 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 7.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (10 reviews) |
| Omagh OrthodonticsOmagh | 12.3 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (3 reviews) |
| Donegal OrthodonticsBready | 17.8 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics LetterkennyBready | 18.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (243 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBready | 18.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 20.8 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SurgeryDerry | 20.9 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Kelly Dental CareDerry | 20.9 miles north | – | – | – | 4.3 (7 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crew with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Strabane, 7.7 miles north; the next are Omagh (12.3 miles south-east) and Bready (17.8 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Strabane | 1 | 7.7 miles north |
| Omagh | 1 | 12.3 miles south-east |
| Bready | 3 | 17.8 miles north-west |
| Derry | 7 | 20.8 miles north-east |
| Scardans Upper | 2 | 23.9 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crew
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Letterkenny in Bready (4.7 from 243 reviews), 18.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics LetterkennyBready | 4.7 (243 reviews) | 18.1 miles north-west |
| Donegal OrthodonticsBready | 4.6 (27 reviews) | 17.8 miles north-west |
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 3.4 (10 reviews) | 7.7 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crew 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 | 34th closest to an orthodontic practice of 58 places in the county (the county median is 6.7 miles) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Strabane Family Dental Care, Strabane — 8 miles Omagh Orthodontics, Omagh — 12 miles Donegal Orthodontics, Bready — 18 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, 5 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 Crew
The nearest practice to Crew is Strabane Family Dental Care, 7.7 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 5.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 7 of the practices around Crew list clear aligners, the nearest 7.7 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Crew are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Strabane Family Dental Care, 7.7 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crew to Strabane Family Dental Care 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 400 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £90 to £180 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 Crew
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Research orthodontic options in Crew
Orthodontist in Crew: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Crew understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Crew or another part of Derry City and Strabane.
Local context for Crew
Crew Upper is the closest neighbouring location page, under 1 km west of Crew.
Crew in context
Crew sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crew; the nearest is about 8 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crew is roughly mid-table for Northern Ireland.
Local provider signals in Crew
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crew itself. The nearest we do hold are Strabane Family Dental Care, about 8 miles away; Omagh Orthodontics, about 12 miles away; and Donegal Orthodontics in Bready, about 18 miles away.
More local pages to browse
Nearby location pages including Crew Upper, Crew Lower, Magheracreggan, Ardstraw, Clady, and Bellway can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Crew
Starting orthodontic treatment in Crew can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
Every case in Crew follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Crew
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Crew has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Crew
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 Crew. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crew
This part of the page places Crew, Derry City and Strabane in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can keep exploring with related pages for Crew Upper, Crew Lower, Magheracreggan, Ardstraw, Clady, and Bellway.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Crew
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crew often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crew?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crew is Strabane Family Dental Care, about 7.7 miles to the north. The next closest are Omagh Orthodontics (12.3 miles) and Donegal Orthodontics (17.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crew?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crew, 1 practice within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Strabane, 7.7 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crew?
The nearest practice to Crew that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Strabane Family Dental Care, about 7.7 miles to the north. Others nearby include Omagh Orthodontics (12.3 miles) and Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry (20.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crew, Derry City and Strabane?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Crew, Derry City and Strabane?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.