Orthodontic practices near The Birches
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of The Birches; 9 practices within 10 and 13 practices within 20. The closest is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 5.8 miles south-east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJ Maguire & Associates LtdPortadown | 5.8 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.2 (65 reviews) |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.9 miles south-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (142 reviews) |
| Portadown OrthodonticsCraigavon | 6.1 miles south-east | – | – | – | – |
| Moy Orthodontic Clinic LtdMoy | 6.2 miles west | – | – | – | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Armstrong ACraigavon | 6.5 miles south-east | – | – | – | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 8.7 miles east | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 8.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 9.1 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 The Birches with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portadown, 5.8 miles south-east; the next are Craigavon (6.1 miles south-east) and Moy (6.2 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Portadown | 2 | 5.8 miles south-east |
| Craigavon | 5 | 6.1 miles south-east |
| Moy | 1 | 6.2 miles west |
| Armagh | 1 | 9.5 miles south-west |
| Market Hill | 1 | 12.6 miles south |
| Moira | 1 | 13.0 miles east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of The Birches
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 13.0 miles east.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 13.0 miles east |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 5.9 miles south-east |
| Spires Oral & Dermal CareMagherafelt | 4.8 (202 reviews) | 19.1 miles north |
| DENTISTRY@MARKETHILLMarket Hill | 4.8 (39 reviews) | 12.6 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Birches 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 | None on our register |
| Access within Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon | 41st closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 5.8 miles away, closer than 59% 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 — 6 miles Portadown Orthodontics, Craigavon — 6 miles Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, Moy — 6 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 9 within 10 miles, 13 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 The Birches
From The Birches the nearest practice is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 5.8 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 are 9 practices, and within 20 there are 13.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Moira Dental Care (13 miles) mentions a free consultation; O’Farrell and Staunton Dental (22.8 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 15 of the practices around The Birches list clear aligners, the nearest 5.8 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 The Birches are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, 5.8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 25 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from The Birches to DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd is roughly 15 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 150 to 300 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £70 to £135 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 90 to 150 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Birches
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Local treatment availability around The Birches
No orthodontic practice is recorded in The Birches. The closest on record are DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 6 miles away; Portadown Orthodontics in Craigavon, about 6 miles away; and Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, about 6 miles away.
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The local picture in The Birches
The Birches sits within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland for NHS dental commissioning. People in The Birches usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 6 miles away. The Birches sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Birches is about 25 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast.
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in The Birches
From NHS metal braces to near-invisible aligners, The Birches has the full spectrum of options. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. This guide sets out what each type does, who it suits, how long it takes, and what it typically costs.
Treatment Options in The Birches — Local Context
Provision in The Birches varies by practice — it's worth comparing more than one before committing. NHS dental commissioning in The Birches falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of The Birches; the nearest is about 6 miles away. The Birches sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. The nearest university dental hospital to The Birches is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast, about 25 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. We hold no orthodontic practice records in The Birches itself. The closest on record are DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 6 miles away; Portadown Orthodontics in Craigavon, about 6 miles away; and Moy Orthodontic Clinic Ltd, about 6 miles away. Whether aligners or fixed braces are recommended usually comes down to case complexity rather than personal preference alone.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for The Birches
Whether it's for you or your child, understanding the orthodontic journey in The Birches helps you ask the right questions. 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 The Birches
Orthodontic practices in and around The Birches vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. NHS dentistry here is commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of The Birches; the nearest is about 6 miles away. National deprivation data puts The Birches close to the Northern Ireland median. For hospital-based orthodontic care, The Birches is about 25 miles from Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Birches. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Birches
This section helps connect The Birches, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon to the wider local area for people comparing treatment options. You can also browse nearby location pages including Scotch Street, Maghery, Annaghmore, Church Hill, Derrytrasna, and Aughamullan.
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Frequently Asked Questions in The Birches
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Birches often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Birches?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Birches is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 5.8 miles to the south-east. The next closest are William Street Dental (5.9 miles) and Portadown Orthodontics (6.1 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Birches?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of The Birches, 9 practices within 10 miles and 13 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portadown, 5.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Birches?
The nearest practice to The Birches that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is DJ Maguire & Associates Ltd in Portadown, about 5.8 miles to the south-east. Others nearby include DENTISTRY@MARKETHILL (12.6 miles) and Dental 32 (19.2 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Birches, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
A guided photo assessment is often the easiest starting point because it helps move broad research into something more specific.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in The Birches, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
Yes. A case-specific comparison is more useful than a general one, and an online assessment can provide that.