NHS Dentists in Skelmersdale

31 NHS dental practices within 10 miles of Skelmersdale centre

31

Total Practices

19

Accepting Adults

31

Accepting Children

4

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 22 December 2025

40 Croxteth Hall Lane, Croxteth, Liverpool, L11 4SH

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 31 December 2025

67 Wargrave Road, Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9RH

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
Confirmed: 5 January 2026

34 Hillside Road, Huyton, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 8BJ

Adults: No Children
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessFree Parking
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

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

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

19-21, St. Georges Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2AA

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 6 January 2026

469 Warrington Road, Rainhill, Prescot, Merseyside, L35 4LL

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
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Confirmed: 6 February 2026

14 Greenes Road, Whiston, Prescott, Merseyside, L35 3RF

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

The Oaks, 69 Preston Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1PL

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 2 February 2026

492 Rice Lane, Walton, Liverpool, Merseyside, L9 2BW

Adults: No Children
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessParking Nearby
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

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

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 61%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 61%
  • Open Saturdays 12%
  • People per dentist 1,290
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Skelmersdale

Looking for an NHS dentist in Skelmersdale? We currently list 31 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 19 are taking on new adult patients and 31 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 4 practices in the Skelmersdale area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 40,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 1,290 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 Skelmersdale, 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 Skelmersdale, 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