Orthodontic practices near Kilrea
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Kilrea; 1 practice within 10 and 18 practices within 20. The closest is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 9.2 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 9.2 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Galgorm DentalBallymena | 11.6 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 11.8 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 11.8 miles north | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Ballymena Orthodontic ClinicBallymena | 12.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoplusBallymena | 12.5 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Smiles Dental CareBallymena | 12.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.5 (122 reviews) |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 12.7 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Kilrea with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cullybackey, 9.2 miles south-east; the next are Ballymena (11.6 miles south-east) and Coleraine (11.8 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cullybackey | 1 | 9.2 miles south-east |
| Ballymena | 6 | 11.6 miles south-east |
| Coleraine | 7 | 11.8 miles north |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 13.6 miles south |
| Limavady | 1 | 16.1 miles north-west |
| Portrush | 1 | 17.9 miles north |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Kilrea
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine (5.0 from 45 reviews), 11.8 miles north.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 11.8 miles north |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 9.2 miles south-east |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 13.7 miles south |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 12.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Kilrea at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| 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 |
| Population | 1,616 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Causeway Coast and Glens | 64th closest to an orthodontic practice of 96 places in the county (the county median is 7.3 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 34 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 9 miles Galgorm Dental, Ballymena — 12 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 12 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 18 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 Kilrea
The nearest practice to Kilrea is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 9.2 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 18.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 12 of the practices around Kilrea list clear aligners, the nearest 11.6 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 Kilrea are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 9.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 34 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Kilrea to Maine Dental Practice is roughly 20 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Kilrea
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Find orthodontic treatment in Kilrea
Orthodontist in Kilrea: This page was put together for people in Kilrea who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Causeway Coast and Glens, not just Kilrea. Kilrea — a small village with a population of around 1,616 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local treatment availability around Kilrea
There is no orthodontist on our records in Kilrea itself. The nearest we do hold are Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9 miles away; Galgorm Dental in Ballymena, about 12 miles away; and Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 12 miles away.
Local context for Kilrea
With a population of roughly 1,616, Kilrea is a small village within Causeway Coast and Glens. Heading north-east for around 3 km brings you to Ballymaconnelly, the closest linked location.
Kilrea in context
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Kilrea. People in Kilrea usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. National deprivation data puts Kilrea close to the Northern Ireland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Kilrea is about 34 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Nearby location pages including Ballymaconnelly, Caheny, Tamlaght, Moneydig, Finvoy, and Rasharkin can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Kilrea
Orthodontic treatment in Kilrea is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
From First Photo to Finished Smile in Kilrea
Every case in Kilrea follows broadly the same arc; knowing the stages in advance makes the whole thing feel far more manageable.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Kilrea
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Kilrea can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Kilrea — Local Context
How quickly you can be seen, and what's on offer, varies between the practices serving Kilrea. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. People in Kilrea usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 9 miles away. Kilrea's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. The nearest university dental hospital to Kilrea is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 34 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Kilrea itself. The nearest we do hold are Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9 miles away; Galgorm Dental in Ballymena, about 12 miles away; and Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 12 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Kilrea. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Kilrea
This part of the page places Kilrea, Causeway Coast and Glens in context alongside the towns and areas around it. You can also browse nearby location pages including Ballymaconnelly, Caheny, Tamlaght, Moneydig, Finvoy, and Rasharkin.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Kilrea
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Kilrea often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Kilrea?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Kilrea is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9.2 miles to the south-east. The next closest are Galgorm Dental (11.6 miles) and Causeway Orthodontic Centre (11.8 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Kilrea?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Kilrea, 1 practice within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cullybackey, 9.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Kilrea?
The nearest practice to Kilrea that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 9.2 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include Causeway Orthodontic Centre (11.8 miles) and Orthoplus (12.5 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Kilrea, Causeway Coast and Glens?
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 Kilrea, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.