Orthodontic practices near BT9
On our practice register: 22 practices within 5 miles of BT9, 30 practices within 10 and 48 practices within 20. The closest is NI Dental Care Lisburn Road in Belfast, 0.4 miles west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NI Dental Care Lisburn RoadBelfast | 0.4 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.2 (85 reviews) |
| Kennedy Orthodontics -BelfastBelfast | 0.4 miles north | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (19 reviews) |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 0.4 miles north-west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (306 reviews) |
| Lisburn Road Dental ClinicBelfast | 0.4 miles west | – | – | – | 4.5 (35 reviews) |
| New Life TeethBelfast | 0.5 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (566 reviews) |
| Malone DentalBelfast | 0.6 miles north-east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.7 (75 reviews) |
| Gentle Dental CareBelfast | 1.1 miles north-east | – | – | – | 4.8 (208 reviews) |
| Beechview Dental CareBelfast | 1.5 miles north-west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.9 (286 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 BT9
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is New Life Teeth in Belfast (4.9 from 566 reviews), 0.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Life TeethBelfast | 4.9 (566 reviews) | 0.5 miles west |
| Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast)Belfast | 4.9 (306 reviews) | 0.4 miles north-west |
| Beechview Dental CareBelfast | 4.9 (286 reviews) | 1.5 miles north-west |
| Gentle Dental CareBelfast | 4.8 (208 reviews) | 1.1 miles north-east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from BT9
BT9 has an orthodontic practice almost on its doorstep: NI Dental Care Lisburn Road in Belfast is under a mile away, so appointments, repairs and retainer checks can fit around the school or working day. Within 10 miles there are 30 practices, and within 20 there are 48.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: New Life Teeth (under a mile) mentions a free consultation, and 6 of the practices around BT9 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 BT9 are commissioned by Health and Social Care Northern Ireland; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is NI Dental Care Lisburn Road in Belfast, under a mile away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal Dental Hospital of Belfast in Belfast, about 2 miles away.
BT9 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 — 2 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | NI Dental Care Lisburn Road, Belfast — under a mile Finaghy Orthodontic Centre, Finaghy — 2 miles Dunmurry Dental Practice, Lisburn — 2 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 30 within 10 miles, 48 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | BT12, BT7, BT2, BT11, BT14, BT6, BT15, 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 BT9 area
People searching from BT9 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 BT9 is Shankill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near BT9
Where is the nearest orthodontist to BT9?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to BT9 is NI Dental Care Lisburn Road in Belfast, about 0.4 miles to the west. The next closest are Kennedy Orthodontics -Belfast (0.4 miles) and Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic - (Private Dentist Belfast | Cosmetic Dentist Belfast | Invisalign Belfast) (0.4 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near BT9?
Our register has 22 practices within 5 miles of BT9, 30 practices within 10 miles and 48 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near BT9?
The nearest practice to BT9 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is NI Dental Care Lisburn Road in Belfast, about 0.4 miles to the west. Others nearby include Kennedy Orthodontics -Belfast (0.4 miles) and New Life Teeth (0.5 miles).
Which places are in or near the BT9 postcode district?
Places in or next to BT9 include Shankill, Balmoral, Stranmillis, Belfast, Belfast City Centre, Cathedral's Quarter, Finaghy and Ardoyne.
How do I find an orthodontist near the BT9 postcode area?
Start by comparing local orthodontic pages around Shankill, City of Belfast, then take a short photo assessment for an early view of suitable treatments.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near BT9?
Timescales usually run one to two years, driven by case complexity rather than location.
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.