Orthodontic practices near Templepatrick
On our practice register: 1 practice within 5 miles of Templepatrick, 22 practices within 10 and 55 practices within 20. The closest is M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, 4.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M A Irwin DentalCarnmoney | 4.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.5 (86 reviews) |
| Monkstown DentalJordanstown | 6.5 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.6 (30 reviews) |
| Whiteabbey Dental PracticeNewtownabbey | 6.7 miles east | – | – | – | 4.4 (40 reviews) |
| Belfast Orthodontic CentreBelfast | 6.8 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.9 (58 reviews) |
| Shankill Orthodontic PracticeBelfast | 7.4 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Beechview Dental CareBelfast | 7.6 miles south-east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (286 reviews) |
| Abbey Dental ClinicNewtownabbey | 7.6 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.4 (37 reviews) |
| Royal School Of DentistryBelfast | 7.9 miles south-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (58 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Templepatrick with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carnmoney, 4.8 miles east; the next are Jordanstown (6.5 miles east) and Newtownabbey (6.7 miles east).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carnmoney | 1 | 4.8 miles east |
| Jordanstown | 1 | 6.5 miles east |
| Newtownabbey | 2 | 6.7 miles east |
| Belfast | 18 | 6.8 miles south-east |
| Finaghy | 1 | 9.1 miles south-east |
| Lisburn | 4 | 9.3 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Templepatrick
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Greenwood Specialist Dental Clinic in Belfast (5.0 from 82 reviews), 10.4 miles south-east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Specialist Dental ClinicBelfast | 5.0 (82 reviews) | 10.4 miles south-east |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 8.9 miles south-east |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 10.4 miles south |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 4.9 (306 reviews) | 8.7 miles south-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Templepatrick at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Antrim and Newtownabbey |
| 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 |
| Population | 1,627 |
| Practices within 5 miles | 1 practice, more than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Access within Antrim and Newtownabbey | 9th closest to an orthodontic practice of 26 places in the county (the county median is 5.8 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 4.8 miles away, closer than 65% of towns in Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 8 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | M A Irwin Dental, Carnmoney — 5 miles Monkstown Dental, Jordanstown — 6 miles Whiteabbey Dental Practice, Newtownabbey — 7 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 22 within 10 miles, 55 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 Templepatrick
Templepatrick is 4.8 miles from M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 22 practices, and within 20 there are 55.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (8.5 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (7.9 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 18 of the practices around Templepatrick list clear aligners, the nearest 6.5 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 Templepatrick are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, 6.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 8 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Templepatrick
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Orthodontist in Templepatrick: If your search for orthodontic treatment in Templepatrick keeps returning generic directory listings, this page is meant to be more useful. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Templepatrick itself or elsewhere in Antrim and Newtownabbey. Templepatrick — a small village with a population of around 1,627 — is covered on this page specifically.
Local orthodontic signals in Templepatrick
No orthodontic practice is recorded in Templepatrick. The nearest recorded are M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 5 miles away; Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 6 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 7 miles away.
Local snapshot of Templepatrick
Templepatrick has a population of around 1,627, making it a small village within Antrim and Newtownabbey. The nearest other location we cover is Carmavy, around 3 km to the south-west.
The local picture in Templepatrick
NHS dental commissioning in Templepatrick falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Templepatrick is better served than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland. Templepatrick's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Northern Ireland as a whole. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Templepatrick is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 8 miles away.
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Your Orthodontic Treatment Guide in Templepatrick
Many people in Templepatrick 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. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Templepatrick
What's available in Templepatrick depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Templepatrick. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Templepatrick is better served than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland. By national deprivation ranking, Templepatrick is roughly mid-table for Northern Ireland. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to Templepatrick is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 8 miles away. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Templepatrick
The orthodontic landscape in Templepatrick offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. The best treatment isn't the most expensive or the most discreet — it's the one that matches your case, lifestyle and budget. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Treatment Options in Templepatrick — Local Context
What's available in Templepatrick depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Health and Social Care Northern Ireland is the NHS body responsible for dental commissioning in Templepatrick. With 1 orthodontic practice within five miles, Templepatrick is better served than 64% of towns in Northern Ireland. National deprivation data puts Templepatrick close to the Northern Ireland median. The nearest university dental hospital to Templepatrick is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 8 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Templepatrick. The nearest recorded are M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 5 miles away; Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 6 miles away; and Whiteabbey Dental Practice in Newtownabbey, about 7 miles away. Straightforward crowding or spacing cases often suit aligners; more involved bite corrections are more often treated with fixed braces.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Templepatrick. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Templepatrick
This page supports early-stage orthodontic research for people exploring treatment in Templepatrick, Antrim and Newtownabbey. Related nearby location pages such as Carmavy, Parkgate, Dunadry, The Trench, Doagh, and Muckamore can help you compare a wider local area.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Templepatrick
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Templepatrick often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Templepatrick?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Templepatrick is M A Irwin Dental in Carnmoney, about 4.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Monkstown Dental (6.5 miles) and Whiteabbey Dental Practice (6.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Templepatrick?
Our register has 1 practice within 5 miles of Templepatrick, 22 practices within 10 miles and 55 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Templepatrick?
The nearest practice to Templepatrick that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Monkstown Dental in Jordanstown, about 6.5 miles to the east. Others nearby include Shankill Orthodontic Practice (7.4 miles) and Beechview Dental Care (7.6 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Templepatrick, Antrim and Newtownabbey?
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 Templepatrick, Antrim and Newtownabbey?
Yes. Once a clinician has reviewed your photos, they can advise which treatment type is more likely to suit your case.