Orthodontic practices near Crew Upper
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Crew Upper; 1 practice within 10 and 5 practices within 20. The closest is Strabane Family Dental Care, 7.8 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 7.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (10 reviews) |
| Omagh OrthodonticsOmagh | 12.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (3 reviews) |
| Donegal OrthodonticsBready | 17.6 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (27 reviews) |
| Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics LetterkennyBready | 17.9 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.7 (243 reviews) |
| OrthodonticsBready | 18.5 miles north-west | – | – | – | – |
| Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, DerryDerry | 21.0 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (45 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental SurgeryDerry | 21.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (8 reviews) |
| Kelly Dental CareDerry | 21.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 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 Upper with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Strabane, 7.8 miles north; the next are Omagh (12.6 miles south-east) and Bready (17.6 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Strabane | 1 | 7.8 miles north |
| Omagh | 1 | 12.6 miles south-east |
| Bready | 3 | 17.6 miles north-west |
| Derry | 7 | 21.0 miles north-east |
| Scardans Upper | 2 | 23.6 miles west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crew Upper
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), 17.9 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics LetterkennyBready | 4.7 (243 reviews) | 17.9 miles north-west |
| Donegal OrthodonticsBready | 4.6 (27 reviews) | 17.6 miles north-west |
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 3.4 (10 reviews) | 7.8 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crew Upper 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 | 35th 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 — 13 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 Upper
From Crew Upper the nearest practice is Strabane Family Dental Care, 7.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 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 Upper list clear aligners, the nearest 7.8 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 Crew Upper are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Strabane Family Dental Care, 7.8 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crew Upper 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 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 Crew Upper
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Explore braces and aligners in Crew Upper
Orthodontist in Crew Upper: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Crew Upper understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also gives context for people comparing options from other towns in Derry City and Strabane.
Facts about Crew Upper
The nearest other location we cover is Crew, under 1 km to the east.
Nearby location pages
Nearby location pages including Crew, Magheracreggan, Crew Lower, Clady, Castlederg, and Ardstraw can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Local provider signals in Crew Upper
There is no orthodontist on our records in Crew Upper itself. The nearest we do hold are Strabane Family Dental Care, about 8 miles away; Omagh Orthodontics, about 13 miles away; and Donegal Orthodontics in Bready, about 18 miles away.
Area profile for Crew Upper
NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Crew Upper; the nearest is about 8 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crew Upper is roughly mid-table for Northern Ireland.
Orthodontic Treatments in Crew Upper
Patients in Crew Upper have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Crew Upper
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Crew Upper
Many people in Crew Upper delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Crew Upper
- Don't skip adjustment visits — each one keeps the plan on schedule; missing them just adds time later.
- Step up your cleaning routine — brackets and wires trap plaque, so interdental brushes and fluoride mouthwash matter more than usual.
- Aligner wear time is non-negotiable — under 20–22 hours a day and the plan slips, sometimes needing extra refinement trays.
- Report breakages same-day — a loose bracket or broken wire left unaddressed can undo weeks of progress.
- Retainers start the moment treatment ends — this is the single biggest factor in whether the result actually lasts.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Crew Upper
Treatment in Crew Upper runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crew Upper. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crew Upper
This section helps connect Crew Upper, Derry City and Strabane to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. For a broader comparison, pages for Crew, Magheracreggan, Crew Lower, Clady, Castlederg, and Ardstraw follow the same format.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Crew Upper
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crew Upper often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crew Upper?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crew Upper is Strabane Family Dental Care, about 7.8 miles to the north. The next closest are Omagh Orthodontics (12.6 miles) and Donegal Orthodontics (17.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crew Upper?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crew Upper, 1 practice within 10 miles and 5 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Strabane, 7.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crew Upper?
The nearest practice to Crew Upper that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Strabane Family Dental Care, about 7.8 miles to the north. Others nearby include Omagh Orthodontics (12.6 miles) and Rosconnor Specialist Dentistry, Derry (21.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crew Upper, 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 Upper, Derry City and Strabane?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.