Orthodontic practices near Queens Island
On our practice register: 23 practices within 5 miles of Queens Island, 44 practices within 10 and 45 practices within 20. The closest is N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, 1.4 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N Wright Dental Practice LTDBelfast | 1.4 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 4.3 (15 reviews) |
| Belmont OrthodonticsBelfast | 1.6 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.3 (16 reviews) |
| Belfast Orthodontic CentreBelfast | 1.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (58 reviews) |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 2.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (82 reviews) |
| Turk Dental CareBelfast | 2.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (20 reviews) |
| Holywood Dental CareHolywood | 2.5 miles north-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (15 reviews) |
| Paste DentalBelfast | 2.6 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (284 reviews) |
| Shankill Orthodontic PracticeBelfast | 2.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Queens Island with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Belfast, 1.4 miles south; the next are Holywood (2.5 miles north-east) and Newtownabbey (3.7 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 18 | 1.4 miles south |
| Holywood | 1 | 2.5 miles north-east |
| Newtownabbey | 2 | 3.7 miles north |
| Carnmoney | 1 | 4.5 miles north-west |
| Jordanstown | 1 | 5.0 miles north |
| Finaghy | 1 | 5.6 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 Queens Island
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor (5.0 from 285 reviews), 6.8 miles north-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Helens Bay Dental Practice BangorBangor | 5.0 (285 reviews) | 6.8 miles north-east |
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 2.0 miles south-east |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 4.4 miles south-west |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 4.9 (306 reviews) | 3.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Queens Island at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Belfast |
| 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 | More deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 22 practices, more than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within City of Belfast | 20th closest to an orthodontic practice of 24 places in the county (the county median is 0.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.4 miles away, closer than 88% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 3 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | N Wright Dental Practice LTD, Belfast — 1 miles Holywood Dental Care, Holywood — 2 miles Whiteabbey Dental Practice, Newtownabbey — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 44 within 10 miles, 45 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BT3 |
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 Queens Island
The nearest practice to Queens Island is N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, 1.4 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 44 practices, and within 20 there are 45.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (2.6 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (3.1 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 19 of the practices around Queens Island list clear aligners, the nearest 1.6 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Queens Island are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, 1.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 3 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Queens Island
City of Belfast12 nearby locationsOrthodontic care near Queens Island
Orthodontist in Queens Island: This page is built to support early-stage orthodontic research for people looking at treatment options in Queens Island. It is also useful for patients researching treatment across City of Belfast and the surrounding area.
Nearby location pages
You can also compare treatment pages for Ballymacarret, Sydenham, Whitehouse Upper, Cliftonville, Skegoniel, and Ormeau if you are weighing up more than one location.
Local provider signals in Queens Island
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Queens Island itself. The closest on record are N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, about a mile away; Holywood Dental Care, about 2 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 4 miles away.
Local snapshot of Queens Island
The nearest other location we cover is Whitehouse Upper, around 2 km to the north-west.
The local picture in Queens Island
Queens Island sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Queens Island has more choice than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland. By national deprivation ranking, Queens Island sits among the more deprived areas of Northern Ireland. The nearest university dental hospital to Queens Island is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen.
The Orthodontic Journey in Queens Island
Many people in Queens Island delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. This guide walks you through the full journey from first assessment to long-term retention.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Queens Island
Orthodontic practices in and around Queens Island vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. NHS dental commissioning in Queens Island falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Queens Island has more choice than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland. National deprivation data ranks Queens Island among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Queens Island is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Queens Island
Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Queens Island can feel overwhelming at first. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
Treatment Options in Queens Island — Local Context
Treatment range and appointment slots differ between the practices covering Queens Island — comparing a couple is worthwhile. NHS dental commissioning in Queens Island falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (22), Queens Island has more choice than 98% of towns in Northern Ireland. National deprivation data ranks Queens Island among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Queens Island is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 3 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. There is no orthodontist on our records in Queens Island itself. The nearest we do hold are N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, about a mile away; Holywood Dental Care, about 2 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 4 miles away. Mild-to-moderate crowding or spacing is often suitable for clear aligners, while more complex cases are more commonly recommended fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Queens Island. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Queens Island
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Queens Island, City of Belfast. This page links onward to Ballymacarret, Sydenham, Whitehouse Upper, Cliftonville, Skegoniel, and Ormeau for wider comparison.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Queens Island
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Queens Island often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Queens Island?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Queens Island is N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, about 1.4 miles to the south. The next closest are Belmont Orthodontics (1.6 miles) and Belfast Orthodontic Centre (1.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Queens Island?
Our register has 23 practices within 5 miles of Queens Island, 44 practices within 10 miles and 45 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Queens Island?
The nearest practice to Queens Island that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is N Wright Dental Practice LTD in Belfast, about 1.4 miles to the south. Others nearby include Belmont Orthodontics (1.6 miles) and Greenwood Specialist Dental Clinic (2.0 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Queens Island, City of Belfast?
A practical first step is to upload guided photos online so a clinician can review your teeth, bite, and alignment concerns before you arrange a visit.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Queens Island, City of Belfast?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.