Orthodontic practices near Drumcree
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Drumcree, 10 practices within 10 and 26 practices within 20. The closest is William Street Dental in Portadown, 1.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Street DentalPortadown | 1.2 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (142 reviews) |
| DJ Maguire & Associates LtdPortadown | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.2 (65 reviews) |
| Portadown OrthodonticsCraigavon | 1.4 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Armstrong ACraigavon | 1.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 5.9 miles north-east | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 6.0 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 6.1 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (10 reviews) |
| Armagh Orthodontic Clinic LtdArmagh | 9.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.5 (23 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Drumcree with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portadown, 1.2 miles south-east; the next are Craigavon (1.4 miles south-east) and Armagh (9.1 miles south-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portadown | 2 | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Craigavon | 5 | 1.4 miles south-east |
| Armagh | 1 | 9.1 miles south-west |
| Moy | 1 | 9.1 miles west |
| Market Hill | 1 | 9.4 miles south |
| Moira | 1 | 10.5 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Drumcree
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 10.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 10.5 miles east |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 1.2 miles south-east |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 18.7 miles east |
| O'Hagan & Murray Dental PracticeNewry | 4.9 (179 reviews) | 18.2 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Drumcree at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon |
| 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 | 4 practices, more than 79% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon | 8th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.2 miles away, closer than 89% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 24 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | William Street Dental, Portadown — 1 miles Portadown Orthodontics, Craigavon — 1 miles Armagh Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, Armagh — 9 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 10 within 10 miles, 26 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BT62 |
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 Drumcree
The nearest practice to Drumcree is William Street Dental in Portadown, 1.2 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 10 practices, and within 20 there are 26.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Moira Dental Care (10.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; O’Farrell and Staunton Dental (18.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 16 of the practices around Drumcree list clear aligners, the nearest 1.2 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 Drumcree are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 24 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Drumcree
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Explore braces and aligners in Drumcree
Orthodontist in Drumcree: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Drumcree keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. It connects local orthodontic research in Drumcree with the wider Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon area.
Drumcree at a glance
The nearest other location we cover is Portadown, around 2 km to the south-east.
Practice data for Drumcree
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Drumcree. The nearest recorded are William Street Dental in Portadown, about a mile away; Portadown Orthodontics in Craigavon, about a mile away; and Armagh Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, about 9 miles away.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
If distance is not a limiting factor, you may also want to browse pages for Drumnasoo, Portadown, Seagoe, Scotch Street, Derrytrasna, and Aghory.
The local picture in Drumcree
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Drumcree. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (4), Drumcree has more choice than 79% of towns in Northern Ireland. National deprivation data puts Drumcree close to the Northern Ireland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Drumcree is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 24 miles away.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Drumcree
Orthodontic treatment in Drumcree 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Drumcree
- 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.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Drumcree
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Drumcree — comparing a couple is worthwhile. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Drumcree is better served than 79% of towns in Northern Ireland. Drumcree's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Drumcree is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 24 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Drumcree
Patients in Drumcree have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. 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 Drumcree
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Drumcree — 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 Drumcree. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Drumcree
These links help widen your research beyond Drumcree, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Drumnasoo, Portadown, Seagoe, Scotch Street, Derrytrasna, and Aghory.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Drumcree
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Drumcree often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Drumcree?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Drumcree is William Street Dental in Portadown, about 1.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd (1.3 miles) and Portadown Orthodontics (1.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Drumcree?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Drumcree, 10 practices within 10 miles and 26 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Drumcree?
The nearest practice to Drumcree that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 1.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include DENTISTRY@MARKETHILL (9.4 miles) and McCartan's Dental (16.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Drumcree, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
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 Drumcree, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.