Finding an NHS Dentist in South Shields
Looking for an NHS dentist in South Shields?
We currently list 45 dental practices
accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which
26 are taking on new adult patients
and 45 accept children.
15
new practices
in South Shields
have started accepting NHS patients
since our update on 25 April 2026.
If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours,
7 practices in the
South Shields area open on Saturdays.
With a population of approximately 75,000, that works out to roughly
1 NHS dentist for every 1,666 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