NHS Dentists in Durham

34 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Durham centre

34

Total Practices

19

Accepting Adults

34

Accepting Children

3

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

154 Newcastle Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR5 1NA

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

FULWELL DENTAL PRACICE, 162 FULWELL ROAD, SUNDERLAND, SR6 9QS

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 23 March 2026

15 Regent Terrace, ., Gateshead, NE8 1LU

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 20 March 2026

3 Grainger Park Road, Benwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 8DP

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 5 March 2026

572 Welbeck Road, Walker, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 3AB

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

15-17 Station Road, Hebburn, Tyne and Wear, NE31 1LA

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

Saville dental practice, Floor 1, 6 Saville Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 8DQ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 16 April 2026

7 Graingerville North, Westgate Road, Fenham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 6UJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 20 April 2026

34 Heaton Road, Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 1SD

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

37 Heaton Road, Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 1SB

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

1 Whickham View, Benwell, newcasle upon tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE15 6TB

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 24 March 2026

86 Wiltshire Way, Throston Grange, Hartlepool, Durham, TS26 0TB

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

13 Jesmond Vale Terrace, Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 5JT

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
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Confirmed: 23 March 2026

90 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Tyne and Wear, NE2 2AP

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 55%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 55%
  • Open Saturdays 8%
  • People per dentist 1,411
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 34 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 19 are taking on new adult patients and 34 accept children. 12 new practices in Durham have started accepting NHS patients since our update on 25 April 2026.

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 1,411 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

8 dental practices in this area stopped appearing in NHS service-search results in our latest update on 25 April 2026. They may still operate privately, but are no longer listed as accepting new NHS patients. Always confirm with the practice before booking.

  • Amit Nayyar The Rectory, 10 Dairy Lane, Houghton Le Spring, Sunderland, DH4 5BH
  • Amit Nayyar 54 High Street, Easington Lane, Houghton Le Spring, DH5 0JN
  • MR NK DIDDEE Alpha Dental Care, Unit 3, 47 Gibside, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH2 2TT
  • Mr S Nepali 177 Medomsley Road, Consett, Co Durham, DH8 5HU
  • Mrs L K Cave & Associates 50 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4PG
  • Newcastle Dental Care 11 Ridley Place, ., Newcastle Upon Tyne, ., NE1 8JQ
  • Northern Smiles 1 Mill Street, Crook, County Durham, DL15 9BE
  • Winlaton Dental Practice 16A The Garth, Front Street, Winlaton, Blaydon On Tyne, NE21 6DD

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