Orthodontic practices near BT24
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BT24; 3 practices within 10 and 46 practices within 20. The closest is Lisburn Orthodontics, 9.4 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 9.4 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (34 reviews) |
| Embrace orthodontics, LisburnLisburn | 9.6 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 4.2 (6 reviews) |
| Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David HannaLisburn | 9.7 miles north-west | – | – | – | 4.2 (22 reviews) |
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 10.3 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (429 reviews) |
| Braden Dental CareBelfast | 10.7 miles north | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (125 reviews) |
| Dunmurry Dental PracticeLisburn | 10.7 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – | 4.5 (51 reviews) |
| Creative SmilesLisburn | 10.7 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (103 reviews) |
| Finaghy Orthodontic CentreFinaghy | 10.9 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (236 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BT24 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Lisburn, 9.4 miles north-west; the next are Belfast (10.7 miles north) and Finaghy (10.9 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Lisburn | 6 | 9.4 miles north-west |
| Belfast | 1 | 10.7 miles north |
| Finaghy | 1 | 10.9 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 BT24
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (4.9 from 429 reviews), 10.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern IrelandLisburn | 4.9 (429 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
| Finaghy Orthodontic CentreFinaghy | 4.9 (236 reviews) | 10.9 miles north-west |
| Creative SmilesLisburn | 4.9 (103 reviews) | 10.7 miles north-west |
| Lisburn OrthodonticsLisburn | 4.9 (34 reviews) | 9.4 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 BT24
The nearest practice to BT24 is Lisburn Orthodontics, 9.4 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 3 practices, and within 20 there are 46.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (10.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around BT24 list clear aligners, the nearest 9.4 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around BT24 are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Lisburn Orthodontics, 9.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 13 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BT24 to Lisburn Orthodontics 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 490 miles and 7 to 13 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £110 to £220 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 150 to 240 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
BT24 at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Newry, Mourne and 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 | Around the Northern Ireland average |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 13 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Lisburn Orthodontics, Lisburn — 9 miles Braden Dental Care, Belfast — 11 miles Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 11 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 | 3 within 10 miles, 46 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BT8, BT6, BT31, BT7, BT9, BT27, BT2, BT16 |
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.
Starting your orthodontic search in BT24
Most BT24 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. Focusing on the postcode area keeps the research local without losing the treatment detail that matters before booking.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BT24 is Ballynahinch.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT24
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT24?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT24 is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 9.4 miles to the north-west. The next closest are Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (9.6 miles) and Lisburn Dental Clinic - Dr David Hanna (9.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT24?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BT24, 3 practices within 10 miles and 46 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Lisburn, 9.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT24?
The nearest practice to BT24 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Lisburn Orthodontics, about 9.4 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Embrace orthodontics, Lisburn (9.6 miles) and Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland (10.3 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT24 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT24 include Ballynahinch, Listooder, Killaney, Saintfield, Boardmills, Carr, Drumaroad and Seaforde.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT24 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Ballynahinch, Newry Mourne and Down, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
What affects orthodontic cost near BT24?
The main drivers are case complexity, treatment type and inclusions — what a quote covers matters as much as the headline price.
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.