Orthodontic practices near Maghery
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Maghery; 5 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, 6.8 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moy Orthodontic Clinic LtdMoy | 6.8 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| DJ Maguire & Associates LtdPortadown | 8.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.2 (65 reviews) |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 8.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (142 reviews) |
| Portadown OrthodonticsCraigavon | 8.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Armstrong ACraigavon | 9.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 10.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 10.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 11.0 miles east | – | – | – | 3.8 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Maghery with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Moy, 6.8 miles south-west; the next are Portadown (8.6 miles south-east) and Craigavon (8.9 miles south-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Moy | 1 | 6.8 miles south-west |
| Portadown | 2 | 8.6 miles south-east |
| Craigavon | 5 | 8.9 miles south-east |
| Armagh | 1 | 11.6 miles south |
| Moira | 1 | 14.5 miles east |
| Market Hill | 1 | 15.5 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Maghery
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 14.5 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 14.5 miles east |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 8.7 miles south-east |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 16.2 miles north |
| DENTISTRY@MARKETHILLMarket Hill | 4.8 (39 reviews) | 15.5 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Maghery at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid Ulster |
| 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 | None on our register |
| Access within Mid Ulster | 25th closest to an orthodontic practice of 69 places in the county (the county median is 8.7 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 — 26 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, Moy — 7 miles DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd, Portadown — 9 miles Portadown Orthodontics, Craigavon — 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 | 5 within 10 miles, 13 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 Maghery
From Maghery the nearest practice is Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, 6.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. Within 10 miles there are 5 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Moira Dental Care (14.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 17 of the practices around Maghery list clear aligners, the nearest 8.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Maghery are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 8.6 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 26 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Maghery to Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd 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 Maghery
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Orthodontist in Maghery: This page helps people researching orthodontic treatment in Maghery understand their options before committing to an appointment. It is relevant to searches focused on both Maghery and the wider Mid Ulster area.
About Maghery
Aughamullan is the closest neighbouring location page, around 3 km north-west of Maghery.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
You can carry on your local research by browsing related pages for Brockagh, Aughamullan, The Birches, Killycolpy, Church Hill, and Annaghmore.
Area profile for Maghery
Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Maghery. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Maghery; the nearest is about 7 miles away. Maghery'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 Maghery is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 26 miles away.
What local practice data suggests in Maghery
There is no orthodontist on our records in Maghery itself. The closest on record are Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, about 7 miles away; DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 9 miles away; and Portadown Orthodontics in Craigavon, about 9 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatments in Maghery
Patients in Maghery have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Orthodontic Options at a Glance in Maghery
Every mainstream option is available to patients in Maghery — the right one depends on your case, budget and how visible you're willing for it to be during treatment.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Maghery
Starting orthodontic treatment in Maghery 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.
Making Treatment Go Smoothly in Maghery
- 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.
The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage
The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Maghery — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Maghery. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Maghery
These links help widen your research beyond Maghery, Mid Ulster if you're open to travelling a little further. Other local pages worth browsing include Brockagh, Aughamullan, The Birches, Killycolpy, Church Hill, and Annaghmore.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Maghery
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Maghery often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Maghery?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Maghery is Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, about 6.8 miles to the south-west. The next closest are DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd (8.6 miles) and William Street Dental (8.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Maghery?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Maghery, 5 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Moy, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Maghery?
The nearest practice to Maghery that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 8.6 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include DENTISTRY@MARKETHILL (15.5 miles) and Dental 32 (16.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Maghery, Mid Ulster?
Starting with guided photos helps turn general research into a clearer next step reviewed by a clinician.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Maghery, Mid Ulster?
Yes. The most suitable treatment depends on the case, and an assessment can help compare braces and aligners in a more meaningful way.