NHS Dentists in Sittingbourne

47 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Sittingbourne centre

47

Total Practices

32

Accepting Adults

46

Accepting Children

13

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

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

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 2 February 2026

4 Elwick Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1PF

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

The Bower, High Street, Staplehurst, Tonbridge, TN12 0BL

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 16 January 2026

54 Hadleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2LZ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 23 January 2026

High Street, Staplehurst, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 0AH

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

Dental Suite, 1st Floor, Staplehurst Health Centre, Offens Drive, Staplehurst, Kent, TN12 0LB

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 December 2025

Pennypot Dental Ashford, 1 Commercial Quarter,1 Dover Place, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1FB

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 2 March 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 68%
  • Accepting children 97%
  • Accept charge-exempt 70%
  • Open Saturdays 27%
  • People per dentist 872
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Sittingbourne

Looking for an NHS dentist in Sittingbourne? We currently list 47 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 32 are taking on new adult patients and 46 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 13 practices in the Sittingbourne area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 41,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 872 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 Sittingbourne, 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 Sittingbourne, 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