Teeth Whitening in Pharis at a Glance
| Nearest general dentist | Bupa Dental Care — 31.5 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice listing private treatment | Pure Dental Hygiene, Coleraine — 11.8 miles |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery, Coleraine — 13.2 miles |
| Nearest practice listing payment plans | 18 Dental, Coleraine — 13.2 miles |
| Deprivation | Around the Northern Ireland average |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 25 minutes each way, to Pure Dental Hygiene |
| Access within Causeway Coast and Glens | 77th closest to a practice of 96 places in the county; the county median is 7.3 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.
Private 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. The nearest listing private treatment is Pure Dental Hygiene, 11.8 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | Private | Payment plans | Evenings or weekends | 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) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Pharis with private practices
The closest town with private 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.
Dentist-led whitening is a safe, effective way to lighten tooth shade by several grades. Patients across Pharis choose it because the shade lift is calibrated to their teeth and sensitivity. The timescale ranges from a single 90-minute visit to a fortnight of overnight tray wear.
Tooth Sensitivity and Aftercare
Some patients feel sensitivity during whitening, particularly in-chair. Using a potassium-nitrate or stannous-fluoride toothpaste for one to two weeks before treatment cuts this significantly, and a desensitising gel can be used between sessions.
A brief 'white diet' — skipping strongly coloured food and drink for two days — protects the fresh result. Long-term, good hygiene and an occasional top-up every 12–18 months keep teeth bright.
The VITA Shade Guide Explained
Colour is tracked on the VITA scale — A1 at the light end through to C4 at the dark. Untreated teeth usually fall around A2–B3 in Pharis patients, with whitening moving them several grades lighter.
Response depends on the cause of the staining — surface and yellow discolouration whiten well, developmental and grey staining resist it, and any crowns or composite won't shift, so mismatches are worth discussing first.
Teeth Whitening in Pharis — Local Context
Expect in-chair whitening in Pharis to cost £300–£700, with take-home tray kits typically £200–£450. Orthodontic practices in and around Pharis vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Pharis has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 12 miles away. Pharis's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Pharis. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Pharis is about 36 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast. See local practice availability in Pharis →
Professional whitening is legally restricted to registered dental professionals in the UK. Always verify that any clinic offering whitening treatment is registered with the General Dental Council before proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions — Teeth Whitening in Pharis
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.
Where can I get teeth whitening near Pharis?
The nearest practice to Pharis that lists private treatment is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine, about 11.8 miles to the west. Others nearby include Causeway Orthodontic Centre (11.9 miles) and Maine Dental Practice (12.6 miles).
Which NHS body covers Pharis for dental care?
Pharis sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning.
How deprived is Pharis compared with the rest of Northern Ireland?
By the national deprivation index, Pharis is close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
What towns are near Pharis?
Nearby towns include Clogh Mills, Gracehill, Kilraghts.
What county is Pharis in?
Pharis is in Causeway Coast and Glens.
Can I whiten my teeth if I'm under 18?
No — it's not legally performed on under-18s in the UK, since younger enamel is still maturing and more vulnerable to whitening agents. Eligibility starts at 18 with good dental health.
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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