Orthodontic practices near BT44
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BT44; 7 practices within 10 and 16 practices within 20. The closest is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 6.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 6.4 miles south-west | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 7.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.8 (120 reviews) |
| Ballymena Orthodontic ClinicBallymena | 7.3 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| OrthoplusBallymena | 7.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (5 reviews) |
| Smiles Dental CareBallymena | 7.3 miles south | – | – | – | 4.5 (122 reviews) |
| Galgorm DentalBallymena | 8.1 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (31 reviews) |
| Kennedy OrthodonticsBallymena | 9.7 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.8 (31 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 17.0 miles north-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BT44 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Cullybackey, 6.4 miles south-west; the next are Ballymena (7.3 miles south) and Coleraine (17.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Cullybackey | 1 | 6.4 miles south-west |
| Ballymena | 6 | 7.3 miles south |
| Coleraine | 1 | 17.0 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 BT44
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey (5.0 from 12 reviews), 6.4 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Dental PracticeCullybackey | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 6.4 miles south-west |
| Laura Jones Dental & Implant ClinicBallymena | 4.8 (120 reviews) | 7.3 miles south |
| Kennedy OrthodonticsBallymena | 4.8 (31 reviews) | 9.7 miles south |
| Galgorm DentalBallymena | 4.7 (31 reviews) | 8.1 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BT44
From BT44 the nearest practice is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 6.4 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 16.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: 3 of the practices around BT44 list clear aligners, the nearest 7.3 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 BT44 are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, 6.4 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 29 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BT44 to Maine Dental Practice 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 170 to 330 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £75 to £150 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 100 to 170 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
BT44 at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Mid and East Antrim |
| 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 | Less deprived than most of Northern Ireland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast, Belfast — 29 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Maine Dental Practice, Cullybackey — 6 miles Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic, Ballymena — 7 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 17 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 | 7 within 10 miles, 16 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BT64, BT43, BT65, BT41, BT42, BT53, BT54, BT57 |
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.
Teeth straightening near BT44
People searching from BT44 usually begin with the same questions: which orthodontist is nearby, what braces or aligners cost, and how quickly they can get a professional opinion. The value of a postcode page is turning a broad search into local, treatment-specific next steps.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for BT44 is Clogh.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT44
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT44?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT44 is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 6.4 miles to the south-west. The next closest are Laura Jones Dental & Implant Clinic (7.3 miles) and Ballymena Orthodontic Clinic (7.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT44?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BT44, 7 practices within 10 miles and 16 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Cullybackey, 6.4 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT44?
The nearest practice to BT44 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Maine Dental Practice in Cullybackey, about 6.4 miles to the south-west. Others nearby include Orthoplus (7.3 miles) and Causeway Orthodontic Centre (17.0 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT44 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT44 include Clogh, Springmount, Clogh Mills, Rathkenny, Rathsherry, Knockanully, Newtown Crommelin and Teeshan.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT44 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Clogh, Mid and East Antrim, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
Do I need an appointment before getting advice near BT44?
Usually not to begin with — a remote assessment is a valid first step ahead of any clinic visit.
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.