Orthodontic practices near Scardans Upper
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of Scardans Upper; 1 practice within 10 and 2 practices within 20. The closest is Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal Town in Scardans Upper, 10.0 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal TownScardans Upper | 10.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (73 reviews) |
| David McConville Orthodontics DonegalScardans Upper | 10.1 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.9 (64 reviews) |
| Omagh OrthodonticsOmagh | 28.0 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 2.7 (3 reviews) |
| Strabane Family Dental CareStrabane | 29.1 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.4 (10 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Scardans Upper with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Scardans Upper, 10.0 miles north-west; the next are Omagh (28.0 miles east) and Strabane (29.1 miles north-east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Scardans Upper | 2 | 10.0 miles north-west |
| Omagh | 1 | 28.0 miles east |
| Strabane | 1 | 29.1 miles north-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Scardans Upper
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is David McConville Orthodontics Donegal in Scardans Upper (4.9 from 64 reviews), 10.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David McConville Orthodontics DonegalScardans Upper | 4.9 (64 reviews) | 10.1 miles north-west |
| Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal TownScardans Upper | 4.4 (73 reviews) | 10.0 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scardans Upper at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fermanagh and Omagh |
| 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 | None on our register |
| Access within Fermanagh and Omagh | 31st closest to an orthodontic practice of 104 places in the county (the county median is 14.3 miles) |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 2 |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 1 within 10 miles, 2 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 Scardans Upper
From Scardans Upper the nearest practice is Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal Town in Scardans Upper, 10 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 is 1 practice, and within 20 there are 2.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: 2 of the practices around Scardans Upper list clear aligners, the nearest 28 miles away.
For NHS treatment, which is free for eligible under-18s and reached by dentist referral rather than by contacting a practice: NHS dental services around Scardans Upper are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Omagh Orthodontics, 28 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Scardans Upper to Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal Town is roughly 20 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 260 to 520 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £115 to £235 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 160 to 260 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scardans Upper
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Orthodontist in Scardans Upper: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Scardans Upper often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Scardans Upper itself or elsewhere in Fermanagh and Omagh.
Local context for Scardans Upper
The nearest other location we cover is Scardans, around 1 km to the south.
Useful local orthodontic context for Scardans Upper
Source-linked practice data helps make this page more specific: 2 published orthodontic practices in the database currently link to Scardans Upper or nearby searches; 0 include NHS signals and 2 include private treatment signals. Nearby practice records include David McConville Orthodontics Donegal and Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal Town.
Explore more local orthodontic pages
Related pages for Scardans, Scardans Lower, Rosscor, Stonefort, Gortnalee, and Belleek are worth a look if you want to widen your search beyond this area.
The local picture in Scardans Upper
For NHS dental services, Scardans Upper falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Scardans Upper; the nearest is about 10 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Scardans Upper among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Scardans Upper
Patients in Scardans Upper have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything. People from Scardans, Scardans Lower and Stonefort regularly visit orthodontists in Scardans Upper.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Scardans Upper
No single treatment wins on every measure — this narrows things down to what matters most for your situation:
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Scardans Upper
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in Scardans Upper helps you ask the right questions. Knowing what happens at each step — and roughly how long it takes — removes most of the uncertainty. The steps that follow cover self-assessment, consultation, fitting, adjustments and retention. People from Scardans, Scardans Lower and Stonefort regularly visit orthodontists in Scardans Upper.
Questions to Ask at Your Consultation in Scardans Upper
- What treatment do you recommend and why?
- How long will treatment take for my specific case?
- What is included in the fee — retainers? Refinements? Emergency appointments?
- What happens if treatment takes longer than planned?
- What type of retainer will I receive and for how long should I wear it?
- Is there a payment plan available, and what are the terms?
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Scardans Upper
Our database currently lists 2 orthodontic practices in and around Scardans Upper. Scardans Upper sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. People in Scardans Upper usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 10 miles away. Scardans Upper's deprivation ranking places it in a more deprived band than most of Northern Ireland. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention. People from Scardans, Scardans Lower, and Stonefort regularly make use of Scardans Upper's orthodontic practices for starting orthodontic treatment.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Scardans Upper. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scardans Upper
This part of the page places Scardans Upper, Fermanagh and Omagh in context alongside the towns and areas around it. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as Scardans, Scardans Lower, Rosscor, Stonefort, Gortnalee, and Belleek.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Scardans Upper
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scardans Upper often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scardans Upper?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scardans Upper is Blue Poppy Dentistry and Orthodontics Donegal Town in Scardans Upper, about 10.0 miles to the north-west. The next closest are David McConville Orthodontics Donegal (10.1 miles) and Omagh Orthodontics (28.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scardans Upper?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Scardans Upper, 1 practice within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Scardans Upper, 10.0 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scardans Upper?
The nearest practice to Scardans Upper that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Omagh Orthodontics, about 28.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include Strabane Family Dental Care (29.1 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scardans Upper, Fermanagh and Omagh?
Most patients start by uploading photos rather than booking a first consultation blind, which helps set expectations early.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Scardans Upper, Fermanagh and Omagh?
Yes. Comparing the two properly usually means having someone assess your bite and alignment first.