NHS Dentists in Durham

30 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Durham centre

30

Total Practices

15

Accepting Adults

30

Accepting Children

3

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

2 Station View, Eshwinning, DH7 9HW

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 10 December 2025

Alpha Dental Care, Unit 3, 47 Gibside, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH2 2TT

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
Confirmed: 19 December 2025

17 South Burns, Chester Le Street, Co Durham, DH3 3EZ

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 18 December 2025

54 High Street, Easington Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 0JN

Adults: No Children
Confirmed: 7 December 2025

The Rectory, 10 Dairy Lane, Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland, DH4 5BH

Adults: No Children
Confirmed: 7 December 2025

1 Mill Street, Crook, County Durham, DL15 9BE

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 7 December 2025

1a Clifford Road, Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 0AB

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 13 February 2026

Durham Road North, Birtley, Chester Le Street, Co Durham, DH3 1LE

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

4 Neale Terrace, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 1LR

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 13 February 2026

6 Eden Villas, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 7EJ

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 2 March 2026

The Dental Suite, Galleries Health Centre, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 7NQ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

30 Yoden Way, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 1AL

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

New Biggin Villa Family Dental Clinic, New Biggin Villa, 265 Kells Lane, GATESHEAD, NE9 6UE

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025

10 Sun Street, ., Sunniside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 5LR

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

AVALON HOUSE, ST. CATHERINES COURT, SUNDERLAND ENTERPRISE PARK, SUNDERLAND, SR5 3XJ

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

25 Fewster Square, Gateshead, NE10 8XQ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025

6-8 Front Street, Consett, DH8 5AQ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 12 February 2026

177 Medomsley Road, Consett, Co Durham, DH8 5HU

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

Mr Alec Waugh & Associates, Low Fell Caring Dental Practice, The Lodge, 160 Dryden Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 5BY

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

Greencroft Lodge Dental Practice, Strathmore Road, Rowlands Gill, Tyne & Wear, Tyne and Wear, NE39 1HX

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
Confirmed: 17 December 2025
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 50%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 50%
  • Open Saturdays 10%
  • People per dentist 1,600
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Durham

Looking for an NHS dentist in Durham? We currently list 30 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 15 are taking on new adult patients and 30 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 3 practices in the Durham area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 48,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 1,600 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 Durham, 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 Durham, 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