NHS Treatment in Lissanduff at a Glance
| 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 |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 4.2 miles; 5 within 10 miles |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Lissanduff
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Lissanduff, 8 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Portrush Dental Care, 4.2 miles west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush Dental Care, 4.2 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 4.2 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 7.6 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 7.8 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 8.0 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 24.2 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Lissanduff with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush, 4.2 miles west; the next are Coleraine (7.6 miles south-west) and Cullybackey (24.2 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portrush | 1 | 4.2 miles west |
| Coleraine | 4 | 7.6 miles south-west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 24.2 miles south |
| Ballymena | 1 | 26.7 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 Lissanduff
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery in Coleraine (4.7 from 215 reviews), 7.6 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 7.6 miles south-west |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 4.7 (15 reviews) | 7.6 miles south-west |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.3 (17 reviews) | 7.8 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Lissanduff, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is Bupa Dental Care, 44.5 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush Dental Care, 4.2 miles away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Lissanduff are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Lissanduff, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. For eligible under-18s it's outstanding value — full treatment at no charge at all. The main limitation is waiting time, which can be substantial across Causeway Coast and Glens.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Lissanduff
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay 80% of the Health Service fee, capped at £384 for a course of treatment. NHS waiting times in Causeway Coast and Glens are not fixed — they depend on the referring practice and local demand at the time.
Provision in Lissanduff varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. Lissanduff sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. For NHS dental services, Lissanduff falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Measured by orthodontic practice within five miles (1), Lissanduff has more choice than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Lissanduff. The nearest recorded are Portrush Dental Care, about 4 miles away; Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery in Coleraine, about 8 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 19 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
NHS Orthodontic Costs in Lissanduff
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Equivalent private metal braces in Lissanduff typically run £1,500–£3,500 — far more than NHS treatment, but with no waiting list and a wider choice of appliance.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Lissanduff?
Many patients in Causeway Coast and Glens wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
Orthodontic Eligibility in Lissanduff
Eligibility for NHS braces is decided by a clinical scoring system, not by appearance alone. It measures the complexity and impact of the problem, and only cases above a threshold score receive NHS funding. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Lissanduff.
Can Adults Get NHS Braces in Lissanduff?
In practice, NHS orthodontic treatment in Lissanduff is almost exclusively for patients under 18. Adult NHS orthodontic slots are very limited and reserved for exceptional functional cases. Adults seeking orthodontic treatment should plan for private care — no waiting list and full choice of treatment type.
Children's Orthodontics in Lissanduff
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Parents in Lissanduff increasingly bring children for a first assessment around age 7-8. This guide explains the age-7 assessment, interceptive options and NHS access for children.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Lissanduff
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Lissanduff
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Lissanduff?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Lissanduff is Portrush Dental Care, about 4.2 miles to the west. The next closest are Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (7.6 miles) and 18 Dental (7.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Lissanduff?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Lissanduff, 8 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Lissanduff?
The nearest practice to Lissanduff that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portrush Dental Care, about 4.2 miles to the west. Others nearby include Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (7.6 miles) and 18 Dental (7.6 miles).
What NHS area is Lissanduff in for dental services?
NHS dental commissioning in Lissanduff falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland.
How deprived is Lissanduff compared with the rest of Northern Ireland?
By the national deprivation index, Lissanduff is close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
Which towns are close to Lissanduff?
Tonduff, Portballintrae, Bushmills are within easy reach of Lissanduff.
Which county covers Lissanduff?
Lissanduff falls within Causeway Coast and Glens.
What if the NHS wait is too long?
Going private removes the wait entirely, with the same clinical outcomes plus a wider choice of brace type and a more personalised experience — for a higher price than the NHS charge.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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