Orthodontic practices near The Diamond
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of The Diamond; 5 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Moira Dental Care, 8.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 8.2 miles north-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (190 reviews) |
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 9.5 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (34 reviews) |
| Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David HannaLisburn | 9.7 miles north | – | – | – | 4.2 (22 reviews) |
| Embrace orthodontics, LisburnLisburn | 9.7 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.2 (6 reviews) |
| Best Dental CareCraigavon | 10.0 miles north-west | – | – | – | 3.8 (10 reviews) |
| North Street Dental CareCraigavon | 10.4 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.4 (24 reviews) |
| Magee Dental CareCraigavon | 10.5 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.4 (65 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 10.9 miles north | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to The Diamond with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Moira, 8.2 miles north-west; the next are Lisburn (9.5 miles north) and Craigavon (10.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Moira | 1 | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Lisburn | 6 | 9.5 miles north |
| Craigavon | 5 | 10.0 miles north-west |
| Portadown | 2 | 13.2 miles west |
| Finaghy | 1 | 13.6 miles north-east |
| Belfast | 11 | 14.6 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 The Diamond
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Moira Dental Care (5.0 from 190 reviews), 8.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moira Dental CareMoira | 5.0 (190 reviews) | 8.2 miles north-west |
| William Street DentalPortadown | 5.0 (142 reviews) | 13.3 miles west |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 14.6 miles north-east |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 10.9 miles north |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The Diamond 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 | 54th closest to an orthodontic practice of 65 places in the county (the county median is 4.6 miles) |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 16 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Moira Dental Care, Moira — 8 miles Lisburn Orthodontics, Lisburn — 10 miles Best Dental Care, Craigavon — 10 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 20 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 5 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | BT25 |
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 Diamond
From The Diamond the nearest practice is Moira Dental Care, 8.2 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 5 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Moira Dental Care (8.2 miles) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (16.2 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 17 of the practices around The Diamond list clear aligners, the nearest 8.2 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 Diamond are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lisburn Orthodontics, 9.5 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 16 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from The Diamond to Moira Dental Care 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 210 to 430 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £95 to £195 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 130 to 210 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
Orthodontic Treatment In The Diamond
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Orthodontic services in The Diamond
Orthodontist in The Diamond: Before booking anything in The Diamond, this page gives a practical overview of treatment types, cost factors, and next steps. It is a useful starting point whether you search from The Diamond or another part of Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon.
The local picture in The Diamond
NHS dental commissioning in The Diamond falls under Health and Social Care Northern Ireland. No orthodontic practice on our register is within five miles of The Diamond; the nearest is about 8 miles away. The Diamond sits close to the Northern Ireland average for deprivation. Complex cases can be referred to a hospital orthodontic department; the nearest university dental hospital to The Diamond is Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 16 miles away.
Local context for The Diamond
Waringsford is the closest neighbouring location page, around 1 km south of The Diamond.
What we know about practices near The Diamond
There is no orthodontist on our records in The Diamond itself. The nearest recorded are Moira Dental Care, about 8 miles away; Lisburn Orthodontics, about 10 miles away; and Best Dental Care in Craigavon, about 10 miles away.
Continue your local research
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Waringsford, Listullycurran, Ashfield, Hillsborough, Corbet Milltown, and Finnis may also help.
How Orthodontic Treatment Works in The Diamond
Starting orthodontic treatment in The Diamond can feel daunting if you don't know what to expect. A clear picture of the process makes patients more confident and more consistent at every stage. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
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Teeth Straightening Options Available in The Diamond
The orthodontic landscape in The Diamond offers a genuinely wide range of approaches. What matters is matching the treatment to your clinical needs, not chasing the newest system. A photo assessment is a quick way to narrow the field before you book anything.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in The Diamond
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around The Diamond. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around The Diamond
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Frequently Asked Questions in The Diamond
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in The Diamond often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to The Diamond?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to The Diamond is Moira Dental Care, about 8.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Lisburn Orthodontics (9.5 miles) and Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David Hanna (9.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near The Diamond?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of The Diamond, 5 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Moira, 8.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near The Diamond?
The nearest practice to The Diamond that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 9.5 miles to the north. Others nearby include Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (9.7 miles) and Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (10.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in The Diamond, 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 The Diamond, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.