Orthodontic practices near Dunadry
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Dunadry; 12 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, 6.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M A Irwin DentalCarnmoney | 6.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (86 reviews) |
| Monkstown DentalJordanstown | 8.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (30 reviews) |
| Belfast Orthodontic CentreBelfast | 8.6 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (58 reviews) |
| Whiteabbey Dental PracticeNewtownabbey | 8.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.4 (40 reviews) |
| Shankill Orthodontic PracticeBelfast | 8.9 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Beechview Dental CareBelfast | 9.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (286 reviews) |
| Royal School Of DentistryBelfast | 9.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (58 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental ClinicNewtownabbey | 9.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (37 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Dunadry with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carnmoney, 6.8 miles east; the next are Jordanstown (8.5 miles east) and Belfast (8.6 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carnmoney | 1 | 6.8 miles east |
| Jordanstown | 1 | 8.5 miles east |
| Belfast | 17 | 8.6 miles south-east |
| Newtownabbey | 2 | 8.7 miles east |
| Finaghy | 1 | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Lisburn | 6 | 10.2 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 Dunadry
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), 12.1 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 12.1 miles south-east |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 10.1 miles south-east |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 11.0 miles south |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 4.9 (306 reviews) | 10.0 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Dunadry at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Antrim and Newtownabbey |
| 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 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Antrim and Newtownabbey | 18th closest to an orthodontic practice of 26 places in the county (the county median is 5.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 6.8 miles away, closer than 52% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 9 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | M A Irwin Dental, Carnmoney — 7 miles Monkstown Dental, Jordanstown — 8 miles Belfast Orthodontic Centre, Belfast — 9 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 | 12 within 10 miles, 57 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 Dunadry
The nearest practice to Dunadry is M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, 6.8 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 are 12 practices, and within 20 there are 57.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (10 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (9.3 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Dunadry list clear aligners, the nearest 8.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Dunadry are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, 8.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 9 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Dunadry to M A Irwin Dental 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 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Dunadry
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Compare orthodontic care in Dunadry
Orthodontist in Dunadry: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Dunadry often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. It is relevant to searches focused on both Dunadry and the wider Antrim and Newtownabbey area.
Keep exploring nearby
Nearby location pages including Carmavy, Muckamore, Parkgate, Templepatrick, Nutts Corner, and Killead can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
Area profile for Dunadry
NHS dental commissioning in Dunadry falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Dunadry; the nearest is about 7 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Dunadry among Northern Ireland's less deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Dunadry is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 9 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Where Dunadry sits locally
Just around 1 km south-east, Carmavy is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.
Practice data for Dunadry
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Dunadry. The nearest we do hold are M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 7 miles away; Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 8 miles away; and Belfast Orthodontic Centre, about 9 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Dunadry
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Dunadry can feel overwhelming at first. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Dunadry
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The Orthodontic Journey in Dunadry
Starting orthodontic treatment in Dunadry 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Dunadry
Every case in Dunadry 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 Dunadry. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Dunadry
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Frequently Asked Questions in Dunadry
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Dunadry often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Dunadry?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Dunadry is M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 6.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Monkstown Dental (8.5 miles) and Belfast Orthodontic Centre (8.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Dunadry?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Dunadry, 12 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carnmoney, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Dunadry?
The nearest practice to Dunadry that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 8.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Shankill Orthodontic Practice (8.9 miles) and Beechview Dental Care (9.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Dunadry, Antrim and Newtownabbey?
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 Dunadry, Antrim and Newtownabbey?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.