Orthodontic practices near Knockanully
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Knockanully; 7 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic in Ballymena, 7.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 7.4 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Ballymena Orthodontic ClinicBallymena | 7.5 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoplusBallymena | 7.5 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Smiles Dental CareBallymena | 7.5 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (122 reviews) |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 7.8 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Galgorm DentalBallymena | 8.7 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Kennedy OrthodonticsBallymena | 9.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (31 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 19.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Knockanully with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Ballymena, 7.4 miles south; the next are Cullybackey (7.8 miles south-west) and Coleraine (19.4 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymena | 6 | 7.4 miles south |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 7.8 miles south-west |
| Coleraine | 7 | 19.4 miles north-west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 21.4 miles south-west |
| Jordanstown | 1 | 22.7 miles south-east |
| Carnmoney | 1 | 23.1 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 Knockanully
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), 19.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 19.4 miles north-west |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 7.8 miles south-west |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 7.4 miles south |
| Kennedy OrthodonticsBallymena | 4.8 (31 reviews) | 9.7 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Knockanully at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid and East Antrim |
| 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 Mid and East Antrim | 30th closest to an orthodontic practice of 45 places in the county (the county median is 4.7 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 28 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic, Ballymena — 7 miles Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 8 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 19 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 9 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 Knockanully
The nearest practice to Knockanully is Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic in Ballymena, 7.4 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 7 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (20.9 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (28.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around Knockanully list clear aligners, the nearest 7.5 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Knockanully are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Orthoplus in Ballymena, 7.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 28 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Knockanully to Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic 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 190 to 380 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £85 to £170 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 120 to 190 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Knockanully
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Orthodontist in Knockanully: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Knockanully understand their options before committing to an appointment. It connects local orthodontic research in Knockanully with the wider Mid and East Antrim area.
About Knockanully
The nearest other location we cover is Newtown Crommelin, around 1 km to the north.
What we know about practices near Knockanully
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Knockanully itself. The nearest we do hold are Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic in Ballymena, about 7 miles away; Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 8 miles away; and Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 19 miles away.
Area profile for Knockanully
For NHS dental services, Knockanully falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Knockanully; the nearest is about 7 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Knockanully sits among the less deprived areas of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Knockanully is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 28 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Widen your local search
Nearby location pages including Newtown Crommelin, Rathsherry, Ballycloghan, Rathkenny, Cargan, and Clogh can help you keep exploring local orthodontic treatment options.
All Orthodontic Options in Knockanully Explained
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, Knockanully has the full spectrum of options. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Knockanully
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Knockanully — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Knockanully
Orthodontic treatment in Knockanully 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. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Knockanully — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Knockanully. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Knockanully
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Knockanully, Mid and East Antrim. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Newtown Crommelin, Rathsherry, Ballycloghan, Rathkenny, Cargan, and Clogh.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Knockanully
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Knockanully often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Knockanully?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Knockanully is Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic in Ballymena, about 7.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Ballymena Orthodontic Clinic (7.5 miles) and Orthoplus (7.5 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Knockanully?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Knockanully, 7 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Ballymena, 7.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Knockanully?
The nearest practice to Knockanully that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Orthoplus in Ballymena, about 7.5 miles to the south. Others nearby include Maine Dental Practice (7.8 miles) and Causeway Orthodontic Centre (19.4 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Knockanully, Mid and East Antrim?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Knockanully, Mid and East Antrim?
Yes. Braces and aligners can be compared more effectively once the case itself has been reviewed.