NHS Dentists in Chelmsford

47 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Chelmsford centre

47

Total Practices

35

Accepting Adults

47

Accepting Children

18

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

St Michael's House, St Michael's House, St Michael's Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1EY

Adults: No Children
Confirmed: 9 June 2026

21 Shenfield Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8AG

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 1 June 2026

9c Coggeshall Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 9DB

Adults: No Children Weekends
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Confirmed: 30 March 2026

2 South Street, Brentwood, CM14 4BJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 10 June 2026

1 Lanhams, Felmores, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1PN

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 28 April 2026

2 Roberts Road, Laindon, Essex, SS15 6AZ

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
Confirmed: 24 March 2026

Great Knightleys/ Basildon, 188 Great Knightleys, Basildon, Essex, SS15 5HG

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 27 March 2026

Laindon Health Centre Dental Practice, Laindon Centre, Laindon, SS15 5TR

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 10 June 2026

Unit 21, 46 Southernhay, Basildon, SS14 1ET

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 30 April 2026

Suite 1E, Southgate House, 88 Town Square, Basildon, Essex, SS14 1BN

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Wheelchair AccessParking Nearby
Confirmed: 1 June 2026

Basildon Dental Practice, 11 Southview Road, Vange,, Basildon, Essex, SS16 4XP

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 20 March 2026

4 Burns Avenue, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3AG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 6 April 2026
G&S Dental
11.9 mi

12 Kibcaps, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5SA

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026

Bridge House, PITSEA DENTAL CARE Ltd, Bridge House , 134 SANDON ROAD, BASILDON, Essex, SS14 1TS

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 29 March 2026

1 Alpha House, High Road, Langdon Hills, Basildon, Essex, SS16 6HG

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 8 June 2026

45 Southend Road, Hockley, Essex, Essex, SS5 4PZ

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 June 2026

215-217 High Street, Kelvedon, CO5 9JT

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 June 2026

526 High Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 5RE

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
Confirmed: 23 March 2026

3-5 Thundersley Park Road, South Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1EG

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
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Confirmed: 17 April 2026

174 High Road, Benfleet, SS7 5LD

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 8 June 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 74%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 74%
  • Open Saturdays 38%
  • People per dentist 2,382
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Chelmsford

Looking for an NHS dentist in Chelmsford? We currently list 47 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 35 are taking on new adult patients and 47 accept children. 6 new practices in Chelmsford have started accepting NHS patients since our update on 15 June 2026.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 18 practices in the Chelmsford area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 112,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 2,382 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

Recently Stopped Accepting NHS Patients

3 dental practices in this area stopped appearing in NHS service-search results in our latest update on 15 June 2026. They may still operate privately, but are no longer listed as accepting new NHS patients. Always confirm with the practice before booking.

  • Inspire Dental Eastwood Ltd 1st Floor,, 9-11 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, Leigh On Sea, SS9 5UU
  • Ongar Road Dental Practice Ongar Road Dental Surgery, 16 Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9AX
  • Pomfret & Farrell 31 Rochford Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0EF

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 Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford, 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