Orthodontic practices near Scotch Street
On our practice register: 4 practices within 5 miles of Scotch Street, 9 practices within 10 and 17 practices within 20. The closest is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 3.7 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ Maguire & Associates LtdPortadown | 3.7 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.2 (65 reviews) |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 3.7 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (142 reviews) |
| Portadown OrthodonticsCraigavon | 3.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Armstrong ACraigavon | 4.3 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Moy Orthodontic Clinic LtdMoy | 7.0 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 7.5 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 7.6 miles east | – | – | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 7.8 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 Scotch Street with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portadown, 3.7 miles south-east; the next are Craigavon (3.9 miles south-east) and Moy (7.0 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portadown | 2 | 3.7 miles south-east |
| Craigavon | 5 | 3.9 miles south-east |
| Moy | 1 | 7.0 miles west |
| Armagh | 1 | 8.5 miles south-west |
| Market Hill | 1 | 10.5 miles south |
| Moira | 1 | 12.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Scotch Street
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 12.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 12.0 miles east |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 3.7 miles south-east |
| McCartan's DentalNewry | 4.9 (51 reviews) | 18.3 miles south |
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 4.9 (34 reviews) | 19.6 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Scotch Street at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon |
| 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 | 4 practices, more than 79% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon | 26th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 3.7 miles away, closer than 74% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 25 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd, Portadown — 4 miles Portadown Orthodontics, Craigavon — 4 miles Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, Moy — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 17 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 Scotch Street
The nearest practice to Scotch Street is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 3.7 miles away, a short trip for the regular adjustment visits that treatment involves. Within 10 miles there are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 17.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Moira Dental Care (12 miles) mentions a free consultation; O’Farrell and Staunton Dental (20.5 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around Scotch Street list clear aligners, the nearest 3.7 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 Scotch Street are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 3.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 25 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Scotch Street
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Find orthodontic treatment in Scotch Street
Orthodontist in Scotch Street: This page was put together for people in Scotch Street who want more than a generic search result before choosing a treatment route. It can also help if you are comparing treatment across nearby parts of Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon.
Local orthodontic signals in Scotch Street
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Scotch Street itself. The closest on record are DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 4 miles away; Portadown Orthodontics in Craigavon, about 4 miles away; and Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, about 7 miles away.
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Local snapshot of Scotch Street
The Birches is the closest neighbouring location page, around 4 km north-west of Scotch Street.
What official data says about Scotch Street
Scotch Street sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. With 4 orthodontic practices within five miles, Scotch Street is better served than 79% of towns in Northern Ireland. Scotch Street sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Scotch Street is about 25 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Scotch Street
The orthodontic landscape in Scotch Street offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Scotch Street
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
The Orthodontic Journey in Scotch Street
Orthodontic treatment in Scotch Street 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. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Scotch Street 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 Scotch Street. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Scotch Street
This section helps connect Scotch Street, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. The nearby links also make it easier to compare places such as The Birches, Drumcree, Derrytrasna, Drumnasoo, Richhill, and Annaghmore.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Scotch Street
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Scotch Street often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Scotch Street?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Scotch Street is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 3.7 miles to the south-east. The next closest are William Street Dental (3.7 miles) and Portadown Orthodontics (3.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Scotch Street?
Our register has 4 practices within 5 miles of Scotch Street, 9 practices within 10 miles and 17 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Scotch Street?
The nearest practice to Scotch Street that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 3.7 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include DENTISTRY@MARKETHILL (10.5 miles) and McCartan's Dental (18.3 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Scotch Street, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
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 Scotch Street, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
Yes. A guided assessment can help turn a general comparison into advice that is more relevant to your situation.