NHS Dentists in Colchester

28 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Colchester centre

28

Total Practices

17

Accepting Adults

28

Accepting Children

6

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

129 Old Road, Clacton, Essex, CO15 3AW

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 13 August 2026

White Enamel, 365 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0QY

Adults: No Children Weekends
Confirmed: 9 June 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
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Confirmed: 29 June 2026

129 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5BS

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 30 June 2026

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

Adults: No Children
Confirmed: 29 June 2026

40 White Horse Lane, Maldon, CM9 5QP

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 25 June 2026

West Square Dental Practice, 2 West Square, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5QX

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 24 June 2026

Arundel House, The Street, Hatfield Peverel, Nr Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 2EA

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 25 June 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 60%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 60%
  • Open Saturdays 21%
  • People per dentist 4,357
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Colchester

Looking for an NHS dentist in Colchester? We currently list 28 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 17 are taking on new adult patients and 28 accept children. 4 new practices in Colchester have started accepting NHS patients since our update on 18 August 2026.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 6 practices in the Colchester area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 122,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 4,357 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

4 dental practices in this area stopped appearing in NHS service-search results in our latest update on 18 August 2026. They may still operate privately, but are no longer listed as accepting new NHS patients. Always confirm with the practice before booking.

  • Dedham Dental Surgery Princel Lane, Dedham, Colchester, Essex, CO7 6HE
  • The Dental Surgery Hadleigh Dental, 17-19 High Street, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 5AG
  • The Smile Clinic 61 Mill Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5LE
  • The Smile Clinic Colchester Town 39 St Botolphs Street, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EA

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 Colchester, 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 Colchester, 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