NHS Dentists in Southend-on-Sea

31 NHS dental practices within 10 miles of Southend-on-Sea centre

31

Total Practices

29

Accepting Adults

31

Accepting Children

10

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

First Floor, 10 Brickfields Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5XB

Adults Children Charge Exempt
TranslationFree WiFiParking Nearby
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

2 Heralds Way, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5TQ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessTranslationParking Nearby
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

218 High Street, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1UH

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
Baby Changing
Confirmed: 17 December 2025
Papineni
8.0 mi

119 Hullbridge Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5LL

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 3 January 2026

THE BROADWAY, MINSTER ON SEA, SHEERNESS, ME12 2DA

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends
Confirmed: 29 December 2025

4 Burns Avenue, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3AG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessFree ParkingParking Nearby
Confirmed: 5 January 2026

24 Riverside Court, Lower Southend Road, Wickford, Essex, SS11 8AW

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
Parking Nearby
Confirmed: 3 March 2026

Bridge House, PITSEA DENTAL CARE Ltd, Bridge House , 134 SANDON ROAD, BASILDON, Essex, SS14 1TS

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessFree ParkingParking Nearby
Confirmed: 11 January 2026

London Road Dental Surgery, 68-70 London Road, Wickford, Essex, SS12 0AN

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessFree ParkingParking Nearby
Confirmed: 3 March 2026

102 Swan Lane, Runwell, Wickford, Essex, SS11 7DF

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessBaby ChangingFree ParkingParking Nearby
Confirmed: 15 January 2026

Basildon Dental Practice, 11 Southview Road, Vange,, Basildon, Essex, SS16 4XP

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Step-FreeWheelchair AccessFree ParkingParking Nearby
Confirmed: 19 December 2025
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 93%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 93%
  • Open Saturdays 32%
  • People per dentist 5,903
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Southend-on-Sea

Looking for an NHS dentist in Southend-on-Sea? We currently list 31 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 29 are taking on new adult patients and 31 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 10 practices in the Southend-on-Sea area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 183,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 5,903 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 Southend-on-Sea, 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 Southend-on-Sea, 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