NHS Dentists in Bedford

23 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Bedford centre

23

Total Practices

18

Accepting Adults

23

Accepting Children

1

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

11 High Street, Bedfordshire, MK40 1RN

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

2 Howard Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3HS

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 5 February 2026

Bedford House Dental Practice, 98 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1NN

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 15 December 2025

28 Lurke Street, Bedford, Beds, Bedfordshire, MK40 3HU

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Wheelchair AccessFree Parking
Confirmed: 14 January 2026

4 Grove Place, Bedford, MK40 3JJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Wheelchair AccessParking Nearby
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

38 Bromham Road, Bedford, Beds, MK40 2QD

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 26 February 2026

6 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, Beds, MK40 2NR

Adults: No Children
Confirmed: 5 January 2026

133 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DN

Adults: No Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 2 March 2026

60 High Street, Clapham, Bedford, MK41 6DN

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Wheelchair AccessFree Parking
Confirmed: 14 January 2026

10 Market Square, Sandy, Beds, SG19 1HU

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 30 December 2025

23 High Street, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1DX

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 29 December 2025

St Andrews Dental Practice, 17a High Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0JE

Adults: No Children
Confirmed: 20 January 2026

Priory Park Dental Practice, 29-31 New Street, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1AJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 3 March 2026

Spire Dental Practice St.Neots, 18 Huntingdon Street, St.Neots, Cambs, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1BG

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 3 March 2026

2 High Street South, Rushden, Rushden, NN10 0QS

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 16 December 2025

160 Newton Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 0PG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 6 February 2026

40 High Street, Higham Ferrers, NN10 8BL

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 3 March 2026

88 Penryn Avenue, Fishermead, Milton Keynes, MK6 2BG

Adults: No Children
Wheelchair AccessParking Nearby
Confirmed: 11 February 2026

Unit 5 Perrydown, Wastel, Beanhill, Buckinghamshire, MK6 4NE

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
Confirmed: 29 December 2025

The Square, Raunds, NN9 6HS

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 25 February 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 78%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 82%
  • Open Saturdays 4%
  • People per dentist 4,608
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Bedford

Looking for an NHS dentist in Bedford? We currently list 23 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 18 are taking on new adult patients and 23 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 1 practice in the Bedford area opens on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 106,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 4,608 people. Use the filters above to narrow down your search, or enter your postcode for the most accurate distance results.

To register, contact the dental practice directly by phone. You do not need to be registered with a local GP. Remember to ask whether they are currently accepting new NHS patients, as availability can change.

Data from NHS.uk CQC Cross-Referenced Not medical advice

How to Register with an NHS Dentist

1. Find

Choose a practice from the list that matches your needs

2. Call

Phone the practice to check they are accepting new NHS patients

3. Book

Book your first appointment directly with the practice

4. Attend

Bring photo ID and any exemption certificates

Frequently Asked Questions

To register with an NHS dentist in Bedford, simply find a practice above that is accepting new patients and contact them directly by phone. You do not need a referral from a GP, and you can register with any practice. You don't have to choose one in your local area, although it is usually more convenient. Ask whether they are currently accepting new NHS patients, as availability can change.

NHS dental treatment in England is charged in three bands: Band 1 (£27.40) covers check-ups, X-rays, and a scale and polish if needed. Band 2 (£75.30) includes everything in Band 1 plus fillings, extractions, and root canal treatment. Band 3 (£326.70) covers all of the above plus crowns, dentures, and bridges. Some patients are entitled to free NHS dental treatment. Learn more on our About page.

If you're struggling to find an NHS dentist accepting new patients in Bedford, you can contact NHS England on 0300 311 2233 for help finding a practice. You could also try searching a wider area using our postcode search, or call practices directly as their availability may have changed since our data was last updated. In a dental emergency, call NHS 111 for advice.

Our data is sourced from NHS.uk and is updated regularly through automated checks. Each dentist's page displays a timestamp showing when their information was last validated. We also cross-reference practice data with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to ensure accuracy. However, acceptance status can change at short notice, so we always recommend calling the practice directly to confirm.

You are free to register with any NHS dental practice in England, regardless of where you live. There are no catchment areas for NHS dentistry. However, choosing a practice near your home or workplace is usually more convenient for appointments.

Data from NHS.uk