NHS Dentists in Gateshead

30 NHS dental practices within 5 miles of Gateshead centre

30

Total Practices

20

Accepting Adults

30

Accepting Children

5

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

137 The Dental Practice, 137 Kenton Road, Kenton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 4NQ

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 March 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: 11 March 2026

16-18 Laburnum Avenue, Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, NE28 8HQ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

96 Laburnum Avenue, ., Wallsend, Tyne and Wear, NE28 8HG

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 25 March 2026

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

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

61 Great North Road, Grange Park, Gosforth, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, NE3 2DQ

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 20 March 2026

The Dental Care Clinic, 369 Stamfordham Road, Westerhope, Tyne and Wear, NE5 2LH

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 18 March 2026

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

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 24 March 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 66%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 66%
  • Open Saturdays 16%
  • People per dentist 4,000
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 30 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 20 are taking on new adult patients and 30 accept children. 11 new practices in Gateshead have started accepting NHS patients since our update on 25 April 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 4,000 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 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.

  • 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
  • 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 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