Orthodontic practices near Crossgar
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Crossgar; 41 practices within 20. The closest is Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, 13.1 miles north.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Dental LisburnBelfast | 13.1 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.0 (8 reviews) |
| Braden Dental CareBelfast | 13.2 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (125 reviews) |
| Ardent Dental CareNewtownards | 13.4 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Castlebawn Dental PracticeNewtownards | 13.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Ards & Kircubbin DentalNewtownards | 13.6 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Ards Dental PracticeNewtownards | 13.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (19 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontics NewtownardsNewtownards | 13.6 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Parks Dental CareNewtownards | 13.6 miles north | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Crossgar with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Belfast, 13.1 miles north; the next are Newtownards (13.4 miles north) and Lisburn (13.7 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 16 | 13.1 miles north |
| Newtownards | 7 | 13.4 miles north |
| Lisburn | 6 | 13.7 miles north-west |
| Finaghy | 1 | 14.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Crossgar
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Greenwood Specialist Dental Clinic in Belfast (5.0 from 82 reviews), 14.1 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 14.1 miles north |
| Ardent Dental CareNewtownards | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 13.4 miles north |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 14.4 miles north-west |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 14.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Crossgar at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Newry, Mourne and Down |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Population | 1,667 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Newry Mourne and Down | 42nd closest to an orthodontic practice of 75 places in the county (the county median is 11.8 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 16 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Clear Dental Lisburn, Belfast — 13 miles Ardent Dental Care, Newtownards — 13 miles Lisburn Orthodontics, Lisburn — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 30 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 41 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 Crossgar
From Crossgar the nearest practice is Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, 13.1 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. 41 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Creative Smiles (14.3 miles) mentions a free consultation; Castlebawn Dental Practice (13.4 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Crossgar list clear aligners, the nearest 13.1 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Crossgar are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, 13.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Crossgar to Clear Dental Lisburn is roughly 30 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 340 to 680 miles and 10 to 20 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £155 to £305 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 200 to 340 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Crossgar
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Orthodontist in Crossgar: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Crossgar understand their options before committing to an appointment. It also supports people comparing orthodontic options across Newry Mourne and Down. Crossgar — a small village with a population of around 1,667 — is covered on this page specifically.
Crossgar in context
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Crossgar. People in Crossgar usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 13 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Crossgar sits among the less deprived areas of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Crossgar is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 16 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
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Nearby location pages including Raffrey, Derryboy, Annacloy, Listooder, Cranley, and Downpatrick can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Practice data for Crossgar
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crossgar itself. The closest on record are Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, about 13 miles away; Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, about 13 miles away; and Lisburn Orthodontics, about 14 miles away.
Where Crossgar sits locally
Crossgar has a population of around 1,667, making it a small village within Newry Mourne and Down. Heading west for around 4 km brings you to Listooder, the closest linked location.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Crossgar
Patients in Crossgar have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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.
Treatment Options in Crossgar — Local Context
Provision in Crossgar varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. NHS dental commissioning in Crossgar falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Crossgar usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 13 miles away. Crossgar's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Northern Ireland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Crossgar is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 16 miles away. We hold no orthodontic practice records in Crossgar itself. The closest on record are Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, about 13 miles away; Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, about 13 miles away; and Lisburn Orthodontics, about 14 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Crossgar
Orthodontic treatment in Crossgar is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Every case in Crossgar follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Crossgar. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Crossgar
These links help widen your research beyond Crossgar, Newry Mourne and Down if you're open to travelling a little further. You can also browse nearby location pages including Raffrey, Derryboy, Annacloy, Listooder, Cranley, and Downpatrick.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Crossgar
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Crossgar often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Crossgar?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Crossgar is Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, about 13.1 miles to the north. The next closest are Braden Dental Care (13.2 miles) and Ardent Dental Care (13.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Crossgar?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Crossgar, 0 practices within 10 miles and 41 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Belfast, 13.1 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Crossgar?
The nearest practice to Crossgar that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Clear Dental Lisburn in Belfast, about 13.1 miles to the north. Others nearby include Ardent Dental Care (13.4 miles) and Castlebawn Dental Practice (13.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Crossgar, Newry Mourne and Down?
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 Crossgar, Newry Mourne and Down?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.