Orthodontic practices near BT57
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of BT57; 8 practices within 10 and 9 practices within 20. The closest is Portrush Dental Care, 5.3 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrush Dental CarePortrush | 5.3 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.6 (9 reviews) |
| Causeway Orthodontic CentreColeraine | 7.7 miles south-west | ✓ | ✓ | – | 2.3 (3 reviews) |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 7.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (215 reviews) |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 7.7 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (15 reviews) |
| The Townhouse Dental PracticeColeraine | 7.7 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 7.7 miles south-west | – | – | – | 5.0 (45 reviews) |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 7.9 miles south-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.3 (17 reviews) |
| CINCHORTHO LTDColeraine | 8.0 miles south-west | – | – | ✓ | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to BT57 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Portrush, 5.3 miles west; the next are Coleraine (7.7 miles south-west).
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of BT57
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Pure Dental Hygiene in Coleraine (5.0 from 45 reviews), 7.7 miles south-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Dental HygieneColeraine | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| Boyd & Logue Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.7 (215 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| 18 DentalColeraine | 4.7 (15 reviews) | 7.7 miles south-west |
| New Row Dental SurgeryColeraine | 4.3 (17 reviews) | 7.9 miles south-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BT57
From BT57 the nearest practice is Portrush Dental Care, 5.3 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 8 practices, and within 20 there are 9.
Ways to reduce the cost of finding out what is right for you: Portrush Dental Care (5.3 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around BT57 list clear aligners, the nearest 5.3 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 BT57 are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Portrush Dental Care, 5.3 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from BT57 to Portrush Dental Care is roughly 10 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 140 to 280 miles and 3 to 7 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £65 to £125 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 80 to 140 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey.
BT57 at a Glance
| Nation | Northern Ireland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Causeway Coast and Glens |
| 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 orthodontic practices | Portrush Dental Care, Portrush — 5 miles Causeway Orthodontic Centre, Coleraine — 8 miles Mckeee Dr L, Limavady — 20 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 10 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 9 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BT53, BT56, BT55, BT51, BT52, BT54, BT42, BT64 |
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 BT57
Most BT57 searches start broad — an orthodontist near me, Invisalign alternatives, clear aligner suitability, likely pricing. 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 BT57 is Bushmills.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT57
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT57?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT57 is Portrush Dental Care, about 5.3 miles to the west. The next closest are Causeway Orthodontic Centre (7.7 miles) and Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (7.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT57?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of BT57, 8 practices within 10 miles and 9 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Portrush, 5.3 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT57?
The nearest practice to BT57 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Portrush Dental Care, about 5.3 miles to the west. Others nearby include Causeway Orthodontic Centre (7.7 miles) and Boyd & Logue Dental Surgery (7.7 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT57 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT57 include Bushmills, Portballintrae, Lissanduff, Ballybogy, Cloyfin, Portrush, Ballymoney and Balnamore.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT57 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Bushmills, Causeway Coast and Glens, then use a guided photo assessment to see whether braces or clear aligners may suit your case.
What affects orthodontic cost near BT57?
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.