NHS Dentists in Leigh

78 NHS dental practices within 10 miles of Leigh centre

78

Total Practices

66

Accepting Adults

78

Accepting Children

5

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Ellesmere Street, Leigh, WN7 4PG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 1 June 2026

26 Railway Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester, WN7 4AU

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 23 March 2026

17 Crab Tree Lane, Atherton, Greater Manchester, M46 0AU

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 3 June 2026

Smart Dental Care - Astley Dental Centre, 396 Manchester Road, Astley, Tyldesley, M29 7DY

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 26 March 2026

Tyldesley Dental Centre (Part of Perfect Smile), 219 Elliott Street, Tyldesley, Greater Manchester, M29 8DG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 3 June 2026

Church Lane Dental Practice, 71a Church Lane, Lowton, Cheshire, WA3 2QZ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 21 May 2026

Lowton Dental Centre, 7a Stonecross Lane, Lowton, Warrington, WA3 2SA

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 6 May 2026

53 Park Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, Lancashire, BL5 3BX

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 10 June 2026

51 Atherton Road, Hindley, Wigan, Lancs, WN2 3EA

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
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Confirmed: 3 June 2026

60 Church Street, Westhoughton, Bolton, Lancashire, BL5 3RS

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 3 June 2026

2 Cross Street, Hindley, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 3AT

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 3 June 2026

1-5 Ladies Lane, Hindley, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 2QA

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 8 June 2026

152 Walthew Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan, Lancs, WN2 5AW

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 3 June 2026

51 Leigh Road, Boothstown, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M28 1HP

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 1 June 2026

Talking Teeth Dental Practice, 56 Ince Green Lane, Ince, Wigan, Lancashire, WN2 2AR

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 14 May 2026

62-64 High Street, Newton Le Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9SH

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 1 June 2026

23 Bryn Street, Ashton In Makerfield, Wigan, Lancs, Lancashire, WN4 9AX

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 June 2026

48 Higher Swan Lane, Bolton, BL3 3AT

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Wheelchair AccessParking Nearby
Confirmed: 1 May 2026

8 Downall Green Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield, Wigan, Lancs, WN4 0DH

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 20 May 2026

Pennyblack Dental, Pennyblack Court, 21a Barton Road, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2PD

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 23 March 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 84%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 84%
  • Open Saturdays 6%
  • People per dentist 551
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Leigh

Looking for an NHS dentist in Leigh? We currently list 78 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 66 are taking on new adult patients and 78 accept children. 1 new practice in Leigh 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 Leigh area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 43,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 551 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

6 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.

  • 272 Dental Care 272 Dental Care, 272 St. Helen's Road, Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 3PZ
  • DCO Dental Group - Brooklands 203 Marsland Road, Sale, Cheshire, Cheshire, Cheshire, M33 3ND
  • Haslam Park Dental Practice 208 Wigan Road, Bolton, Lancs, BL3 5QE
  • Highfield Dental Practice Ltd Brackley House, Brackley Street, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 9ES
  • Hob Hey Dental Practice Hob Hey Dental Centre, 3 Hob Hey Lane, Culcheth, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 4NQ
  • The Dental Care Centre 75 Market Street, Little Lever, Bolton, BL3 1HH

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 Leigh, 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 Leigh, 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