Orthodontic practices near Pharis
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Pharis; 15 practices within 20. The closest is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine, 11.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 11.8 miles west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 11.9 miles west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 12.6 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 13.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 13.2 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 13.2 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 13.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| CINCHORTHO LTDColeraine | 13.6 miles west | – | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pharis with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Coleraine, 11.8 miles west; the next are Cullybackey (12.6 miles south) and Ballymena (14.3 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Coleraine | 7 | 11.8 miles west |
| Cullybackey | 1 | 12.6 miles south |
| Ballymena | 6 | 14.3 miles south |
| Portrush | 1 | 15.1 miles north-west |
| Limavady | 1 | 23.1 miles west |
| Magherafelt | 2 | 24.1 miles south-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Pharis
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 west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 11.8 miles west |
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 12.6 miles south |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 14.3 miles south |
| Kennedy OrthodonticsBallymena | 4.8 (31 reviews) | 16.8 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Pharis 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 |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within Causeway Coast and Glens | 77th 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 — 36 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Pure Dental Hygiene, Coleraine — 12 miles Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 13 miles Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic, Ballymena — 14 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 15 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 Pharis
From Pharis the nearest practice is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine, 11.8 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. 15 practices are within 20 miles.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13.2 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 10 of the practices around Pharis list clear aligners, the nearest 13.2 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Pharis are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, 11.9 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 36 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Pharis to Pure Dental Hygiene is roughly 25 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 310 to 610 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £140 to £275 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 310 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Pharis
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Orthodontic care near Pharis
Orthodontist in Pharis: If you are comparing teeth straightening options in Pharis, this page brings together treatment guidance, local browsing links, and clear next-step information. It is a useful starting point whether you search from Pharis or another part of Causeway Coast and Glens.
Area profile for Pharis
Pharis sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. Pharis has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Pharis is roughly mid-table for Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Pharis is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 36 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
Local treatment availability around Pharis
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Pharis. The nearest recorded are Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine, about 12 miles away; Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 13 miles away; and Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic in Ballymena, about 14 miles away.
Pharis in numbers
Heading north for around 3 km brings you to The Drones, the closest linked location.
Widen your local search
You can also compare treatment pages for The Drones, Armoy, Kilraghts, Gracehill, Stranocum, and Toor if you are weighing up more than one location.
Orthodontic Treatments in Pharis
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Pharis can feel overwhelming at first. 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.
Treatment Options in Pharis — Local Context
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Pharis. Pharis sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. Pharis has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. National deprivation data puts Pharis close to the Northern Ireland median. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Pharis is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 36 miles away. There is no orthodontist on our records in Pharis itself. The nearest recorded are Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine, about 12 miles away; Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 13 miles away; and Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic in Ballymena, about 14 miles away. Case complexity — not just preference — is usually what determines whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended.
Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Pharis
Orthodontic treatment in Pharis 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Pharis runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Pharis. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Pharis
This part of the page is useful if you want to compare Pharis, Causeway Coast and Glens with surrounding locations. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as The Drones, Armoy, Kilraghts, Gracehill, Stranocum, and Toor.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Pharis
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Pharis often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Pharis?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Pharis is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine, about 11.8 miles to the west. The next closest are Causeway Orthodontic Centre (11.9 miles) and Maine Dental Practice (12.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Pharis?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Pharis, 0 practices within 10 miles and 15 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Coleraine, 11.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Pharis?
The nearest practice to Pharis that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Causeway Orthodontic Centre in Coleraine, about 11.9 miles to the west. Others nearby include Maine Dental Practice (12.6 miles) and Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (13.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Pharis, Causeway Coast and Glens?
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 Pharis, Causeway Coast and Glens?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.