NHS Dentists in Margate

14 NHS dental practices within 20 miles of Margate centre

14

Total Practices

8

Accepting Adults

14

Accepting Children

6

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

3 High Street, Margate, Kent, CT9 1DL

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

165-167 NORTHDOWN ROAD, MARGATE, KENT, CT9 2PA

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
Confirmed: 29 December 2025

35 High Street, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1JR

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
Confirmed: 29 December 2025

246 Hereson Road, Dumpton Park, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7ET

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 5 February 2026

67 Canterbury Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5DE

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 3 March 2026

37 Victoria Road, Deal, Kent, CT14 7AY

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 3 March 2026

234 Dover Road, Walmer, Deal, Kent, CT14 7NE

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 2 March 2026

90 Herne Bay Road, Swalecliffe, Kent, CT5 2LX

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 2 February 2026

1 Military Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1LN

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
Confirmed: 26 February 2026

9 Upper Bridge Street, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2NA

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

66A & B, Oxford Street, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DG

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 2 February 2026

Kelvin House, 2 Nelson Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1DP

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 16 February 2026

64 Pencester Road, Dover, Kent, CT16 1BW

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 27 February 2026

27 BIGGIN STREET, Dover, Kent, CT16 1BU

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
Confirmed: 29 December 2025
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 57%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 57%
  • Open Saturdays 42%
  • People per dentist 4,357
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Margate

Looking for an NHS dentist in Margate? We currently list 14 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 8 are taking on new adult patients and 14 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 6 practices in the Margate area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 61,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 4,357 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 Margate, 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 Margate, 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