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Orthodontic practices near Tamnyrankin

On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Tamnyrankin; 18 practices within 20. The closest is Dental 32 in Magherafelt, 11.7 miles south.

PracticeDistanceNHSBracesAlignersGoogle rating
Dental 32Magherafelt11.7 miles south✓––4.6 (40 reviews)
Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt11.9 miles south––✓4.8 (202 reviews)
Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey13.1 miles east✓––5.0 (12 reviews)
Mckeee Dr LLimavady13.2 miles north-west–––5.0 (1 review)
Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine13.6 miles north✓✓–2.3 (3 reviews)
Pure Dental HygieneColeraine13.6 miles north–––5.0 (45 reviews)
New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine14.5 miles north✓–✓4.3 (17 reviews)
Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine14.6 miles north✓–✓4.7 (215 reviews)

✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.

Nearest places to Tamnyrankin with orthodontic practices

The closest town with orthodontic practices is Magherafelt, 11.7 miles south; the next are Cullybackey (13.1 miles east) and Limavady (13.2 miles north-west).

PlacePracticesNearest
Magherafelt211.7 miles south
Cullybackey113.1 miles east
Limavady113.2 miles north-west
Coleraine713.6 miles north
Ballymena615.1 miles east
Portrush119.6 miles north

Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.

Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Tamnyrankin

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), 13.6 miles north.

PracticeGoogle ratingDistance
Pure Dental HygieneColeraine5.0 (45 reviews)13.6 miles north
Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey5.0 (12 reviews)13.1 miles east
Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt4.8 (202 reviews)11.9 miles south
Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena4.8 (120 reviews)16.6 miles east

Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.

Tamnyrankin at a Glance

NationNorthern Ireland
Council areaCauseway Coast and Glens
NHS dental servicesHealth and Social Care Northern Ireland
NHS orthodontic chargesFree for eligible under-18s; adults 80% of the fee, capped at £384
DeprivationMore deprived than most of Northern Ireland
Practices within 5 milesNone on our register
Access within Mid Ulster56th closest to an orthodontic practice of 69 places in the county (the county median is 8.7 miles)
Nearest university dental hospitalRoyal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 37 miles
Nearest orthodontic practicesDental 32, Magherafelt — 12 miles
Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 13 miles
Mckeee Dr L, Limavady — 13 miles
Estimated drive to the nearest practiceabout 25 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph)
Practices within 10 and 20 miles0 within 10 miles, 18 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 Tamnyrankin

From Tamnyrankin the nearest practice is Dental 32 in Magherafelt, 11.7 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. 18 practices are within 20 miles.

Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (14.6 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 14 of the practices around Tamnyrankin list clear aligners, the nearest 11.9 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 Tamnyrankin are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Dental 32 in Magherafelt, 11.7 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 37 miles away.

Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Tamnyrankin to Dental 32 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 300 to 610 miles and 8 to 17 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £135 to £275 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 180 to 300 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.

Orthodontic Treatment In Tamnyrankin

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Research orthodontic options in Tamnyrankin

Orthodontist in Tamnyrankin: People weighing up braces or aligners in Tamnyrankin can use this page to understand the options before making contact with a practice. It is written to be useful for anyone researching treatment across Mid Ulster, not just Tamnyrankin.

Local treatment availability around Tamnyrankin

There is no orthodontist on our records in Tamnyrankin itself. The nearest we do hold are Dental 32 in Magherafelt, about 12 miles away; Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 13 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 13 miles away.

What official data says about Tamnyrankin

NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Tamnyrankin; the nearest is about 12 miles away. Tamnyrankin falls in a more deprived area than most of Northern Ireland, which can be relevant to NHS orthodontic eligibility. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Tamnyrankin is about 37 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast.

Widen your local search

For a broader view, related location pages cover Ballydullaghan, Craigavole, Swatragh, Upperlands, Garvagh, and Ballynameen as well as this one.

Tamnyrankin at a glance

Just around 1 km north, Ballydullaghan is the nearest other area with its own dedicated page.

How Orthodontic Treatment Works in Tamnyrankin

Many people in Tamnyrankin delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. 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.

The Treatment Journey, Stage by Stage

The route from first enquiry to retainers is well-worn in Tamnyrankin — here's each stage and roughly what it involves.

Orthodontic Treatments in Tamnyrankin

Choosing between orthodontic treatments in Tamnyrankin can feel overwhelming at first. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.

Treatment Options in Tamnyrankin — Local Context

Not every practice near Tamnyrankin offers the same treatments, so it's worth checking what each one covers. Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Tamnyrankin. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of Tamnyrankin; the nearest is about 12 miles away. National deprivation data ranks Tamnyrankin among Northern Ireland's more deprived areas. The nearest university dental hospital to Tamnyrankin is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 37 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Tamnyrankin. The closest on record are Dental 32 in Magherafelt, about 12 miles away; Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 13 miles away; and Mckeee Dr L in Limavady, about 13 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 Tamnyrankin. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.

Frequently Asked Questions in Tamnyrankin

Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Tamnyrankin often want to know before getting started.

Where is the nearest orthodontist to Tamnyrankin?

On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Tamnyrankin is Dental 32 in Magherafelt, about 11.7 miles to the south. The next closest are Spires Oral & Dermal Care (11.9 miles) and Maine Dental Practice (13.1 miles).

How many orthodontic practices are near Tamnyrankin?

Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Tamnyrankin, 0 practices within 10 miles and 18 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Magherafelt, 11.7 miles away.

Is there an NHS orthodontist near Tamnyrankin?

The nearest practice to Tamnyrankin that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Dental 32 in Magherafelt, about 11.7 miles to the south. Others nearby include Maine Dental Practice (13.1 miles) and Causeway Orthodontic Centre (13.6 miles).

How do I start orthodontic treatment in Tamnyrankin, Mid Ulster?

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Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Tamnyrankin, Mid Ulster?

Yes. A review of your photos and concerns can help show whether braces or clear aligners may be the better route.

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TitleTamnyrankin, Mid Ulster Orthodontics
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Published1 June 2022
Modified11 October 2026
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