Orthodontic practices near BT22
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BT22; 7 practices within 10 and 38 practices within 20. The closest is Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, 9.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardent Dental CareNewtownards | 9.2 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (18 reviews) |
| Castlebawn Dental PracticeNewtownards | 9.5 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (389 reviews) |
| Belmont Orthodontics NewtownardsNewtownards | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 3.7 (3 reviews) |
| Clear Dental, Newtownards (formerly XQuisite Dental)Newtownards | 9.6 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.0 (10 reviews) |
| Parks Dental CareNewtownards | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (261 reviews) |
| Ards & Kircubbin DentalNewtownards | 9.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (1 review) |
| Ards Dental PracticeNewtownards | 9.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.4 (19 reviews) |
| Clandeboye Dental ClinicBangor | 12.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.7 (14 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BT22 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Newtownards, 9.2 miles north-west; the next are Bangor (12.3 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Newtownards | 7 | 9.2 miles north-west |
| Bangor | 1 | 12.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BT22
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards (5.0 from 18 reviews), 9.2 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ardent Dental CareNewtownards | 5.0 (18 reviews) | 9.2 miles north-west |
| Castlebawn Dental PracticeNewtownards | 4.9 (389 reviews) | 9.5 miles north-west |
| Parks Dental CareNewtownards | 4.9 (261 reviews) | 9.6 miles north-west |
| Clandeboye Dental ClinicBangor | 4.7 (14 reviews) | 12.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BT22
From BT22 the nearest practice is Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, 9.2 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 7 practices, and within 20 there are 38.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Castlebawn Dental Practice (9.5 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 4 of the practices around BT22 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.5 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 BT22 are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, 9.2 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 19 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BT22 to Ardent 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 240 to 480 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £215 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 140 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
BT22 at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ards and North Down |
| 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 — 19 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Ardent Dental Care, Newtownards — 9 miles Clandeboye Dental Clinic, Bangor — 12 miles Clear Dental Lisburn, Belfast — 15 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 38 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BT21, BT30, BT19, BT23, BT16, BT24, BT6, 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 BT22 area
People searching from BT22 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 BT22 is Nuns Quarter.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT22
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT22?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT22 is Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, about 9.2 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Castlebawn Dental Practice (9.5 miles) and Belmont Orthodontics Newtownards (9.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT22?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BT22, 7 practices within 10 miles and 38 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Newtownards, 9.2 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT22?
The nearest practice to BT22 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Ardent Dental Care in Newtownards, about 9.2 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Castlebawn Dental Practice (9.5 miles) and Belmont Orthodontics Newtownards (9.6 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT22 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT22 include Nuns Quarter, Greyabbey, Carrowdore, Millisle, Cunningburn, Donaghadee, Ballydrain and Six Road Ends.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT22 postcode area?
Look first at the linked location pages for Nuns Quarter, Ards and North Down, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BT22?
Not always. A remote photo assessment can give you a clearer starting point before a full in-person consultation.
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.