Orthodontic practices near BT2
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of BT2, 40 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is Paste Dental in Belfast, 0.1 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paste DentalBelfast | 0.1 miles south-west | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (284 reviews) |
| Gentle Dental CareBelfast | 0.6 miles south-west | – | – | – | 4.8 (208 reviews) |
| Royal School Of DentistryBelfast | 0.9 miles west | – | – | – | 4.8 (58 reviews) |
| Malone DentalBelfast | 1.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (75 reviews) |
| Shankill Orthodontic PracticeBelfast | 1.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 3.4 (5 reviews) |
| Kennedy Orthodontics -BelfastBelfast | 1.4 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (19 reviews) |
| Turk Dental CareBelfast | 1.4 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 (20 reviews) |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 1.5 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (306 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BT2
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast) (4.9 from 306 reviews), 1.5 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 4.9 (306 reviews) | 1.5 miles south-west |
| Paste DentalBelfast | 4.9 (284 reviews) | 0.1 miles south-west |
| Gentle Dental CareBelfast | 4.8 (208 reviews) | 0.6 miles south-west |
| Royal School Of DentistryBelfast | 4.8 (58 reviews) | 0.9 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BT2
The nearest practice to BT2 is Paste Dental in Belfast, under a mile away, close enough that the many short appointments in a course of treatment are rarely a burden. Within 10 miles there are 40 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Paste Dental (under a mile) mentions a free consultation; Royal School Of Dentistry (under a mile) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around BT2 list clear aligners, the nearest under a mile away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BT2 are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Shankill Orthodontic Practice in Belfast, 1.1 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 1 mile away.
BT2 at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Belfast |
| 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 | More deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 1 miles |
| Orthodontic practices on record | 18 |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Paste Dental, Belfast — under a mile Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 3 miles Dunmurry Dental Practice, Lisburn — 4 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 40 within 10 miles, 48 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BT7, BT12, BT9, BT15, BT3, BT6, BT14, BT8 |
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.
Braces and aligners in the BT2 area
People searching from BT2 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. It bridges a general search and a specific decision about where and how to start.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BT2 is Belfast.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT2
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT2?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT2 is Paste Dental in Belfast, about 0.1 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Gentle Dental Care (0.6 miles) and Royal School Of Dentistry (0.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT2?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of BT2, 40 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT2?
The nearest practice to BT2 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Shankill Orthodontic Practice in Belfast, about 1.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Kennedy Orthodontics -Belfast (1.4 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT2 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT2 include Belfast, Belfast City Centre, Cathedral's Quarter, Shankill, Stranmillis, Cliftonville, Skegoniel and Ballymacarret.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT2 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Belfast, City of Belfast, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BT2?
Most treatment takes 12–24 months, with mild cases finishing sooner and complex bite corrections taking longer.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.