NHS Dentists in Sittingbourne

48 NHS dental practices within 15 miles of Sittingbourne centre

48

Total Practices

29

Accepting Adults

48

Accepting Children

12

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

Leigh Primary Care Centre, 288 Leigh Road, Leigh On Sea, Essex, SS9 1BW

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 30 June 2026

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

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 3 August 2026

647 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 9PD

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 24 June 2026

4 Elwick Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1PF

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 13 August 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 7 August 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 16 June 2026

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

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 2 June 2026

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 27 May 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 60%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 66%
  • Open Saturdays 25%
  • People per dentist 854
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 48 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 29 are taking on new adult patients and 48 accept children. 2 new practices in Sittingbourne have started accepting NHS patients since our update on 18 August 2026.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 12 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 854 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 18 August 2026. They may still operate privately, but are no longer listed as accepting new NHS patients. Always confirm with the practice before booking.

  • Coco Dental Rochester 1-4 Eastgate Court, High Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1EU
  • Dental Healthcare Practice Dental Healthcare Practice, 83a, High Street, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 1BL
  • Leafield Dental Surgery Pennypot Dental Ashford, 1 Commercial Quarter,1 Dover Place, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1FB
  • Luton Arches Dental 425 High Street, Chatham, Kent, chatham, ME4 4NU
  • Thorpe Bay Dental Practice Partnership 25 Station Road, Southend On Sea, Essex, SS1 3JY

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