NHS Dentists in Gateshead

26 NHS dental practices within 5 miles of Gateshead centre

26

Total Practices

16

Accepting Adults

26

Accepting Children

5

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

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: 24 March 2026

15 Regent Terrace, ., Gateshead, NE8 1LU

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 20 March 2026

323 Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 5AH

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026

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

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 20 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

3/4 The Crescent, Dunston, Gateshead, NE11 9SJ

Adults: No Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 6 May 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 1 June 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

25 Fewster Square, Gateshead, NE10 8XQ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 20 March 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026

44 Acorn Road, ., Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE2 2DJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 20 March 2026

26 Front Street, Whickham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 4DT

Adults: No Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 15 June 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

67 High Street, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 4AA

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
Confirmed: 20 March 2026

1-2 Kenton Park Shopping Centre, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 4RU

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 10 June 2026

64 Salters Road, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 1DX

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 1 April 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 4 June 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 61%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 69%
  • Open Saturdays 19%
  • People per dentist 4,615
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Gateshead

Looking for an NHS dentist in Gateshead? We currently list 26 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 16 are taking on new adult patients and 26 accept children. 1 new practice in Gateshead has started accepting NHS patients since our update on 15 June 2026.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 5 practices in the Gateshead area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 120,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 4,615 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

5 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.

  • Bensham Dental Practice 24 Saltwell Road, ., Gateshead, ., NE8 4XE
  • Honour Health Jesmond 90 Osborne Road, Jesmond, Tyne and Wear, NE2 2AP
  • Mr A J Churm & Associates 137 The Dental Practice, 137 Kenton Road, Kenton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 4NQ
  • Sunniside Dental Practice 10 Sun Street, ., Sunniside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 5LR
  • Westgate Dental Practice 7 Graingerville North, Westgate Road, Fenham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 6UJ

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 Gateshead, 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 Gateshead, 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