NHS Dentists in South Shields

33 NHS dental practices within 10 miles of South Shields centre

33

Total Practices

17

Accepting Adults

33

Accepting Children

5

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

61 Great North Road, Grange Park, Gosforth, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, NE3 2DQ

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025

6 Eden Villas, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 7EJ

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 2 March 2026

The Dental Suite, Galleries Health Centre, Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 7NQ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

New Biggin Villa Family Dental Clinic, New Biggin Villa, 265 Kells Lane, GATESHEAD, NE9 6UE

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025

24 Saltwell Road, ., Gateshead, ., NE8 4XE

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

137 The Dental Practice, 137 Kenton Road, Kenton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 4NQ

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 22 December 2025

3 Grainger Park Road, Benwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 8DP

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 21 January 2026

4 Neale Terrace, Birtley, Chester Le Street, DH3 1LR

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 13 February 2026

Durham Road North, Birtley, Chester Le Street, Co Durham, DH3 1LE

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

3/4 The Crescent, Dunston, Gateshead, NE11 9SJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

58 Beaconsfield Street, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2DS

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 13 January 2026

Dental Practice, 42 Marine Terrace, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 2JN

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 23 December 2025

72a Waterloo Road, Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 1DG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 18 February 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 51%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 51%
  • Open Saturdays 15%
  • People per dentist 2,272
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in South Shields

Looking for an NHS dentist in South Shields? We currently list 33 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 17 are taking on new adult patients and 33 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 5 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 2,272 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 South Shields, 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 South Shields, 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