NHS Dentists in Thetford

8 NHS dental practices within 20 miles of Thetford centre

8

Total Practices

4

Accepting Adults

8

Accepting Children

4

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

6 Townsend House, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2DT

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 13 February 2026

Dental Surgery, 3-4 Mount Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4QG

Adults: No Children Weekends
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Confirmed: 9 February 2026

Wellington House, 96/98 High Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8JX

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

Wedgwood House Dental Practice, 100 Bury Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1HF

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 4 February 2026

Tavern Street Dental Practice, 5 Tavern Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1PJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 17 December 2025

The Dental Design Studio, 7 Crowe Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1DL

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 24 December 2025

11 Granby Street, Littleport, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1NE

Adults: No Children Weekends
Confirmed: 18 December 2025

1 ASH ROAD, UPPER MARHAM, KING'S LYNN, Marham, PE33 9LP

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 February 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 50%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 50%
  • Open Saturdays 50%
  • People per dentist 3,250
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Thetford

Looking for an NHS dentist in Thetford? We currently list 8 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 4 are taking on new adult patients and 8 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 4 practices in the Thetford area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 26,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 3,250 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 Thetford, 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 Thetford, 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