NHS Dentists in Whitley Bay

30 NHS dental practices within 10 miles of Whitley Bay centre

30

Total Practices

17

Accepting Adults

30

Accepting Children

5

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

25 Fewster Square, Gateshead, NE10 8XQ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025

Highgate House, 11 Front Street West, Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 5TZ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 2 February 2026

50 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4PG

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

15 Regent Terrace, ., Gateshead, NE8 1LU

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 19 December 2025

AVALON HOUSE, ST. CATHERINES COURT, SUNDERLAND ENTERPRISE PARK, SUNDERLAND, SR5 3XJ

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 11 February 2026

FULWELL DENTAL PRACICE, 162 FULWELL ROAD, SUNDERLAND, SR6 9QS

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 2 March 2026

Mr Alec Waugh & Associates, Low Fell Caring Dental Practice, The Lodge, 160 Dryden Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 5BY

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 18 December 2025

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt Evenings
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Confirmed: 17 December 2025

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

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Confirmed: 21 January 2026

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
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 56%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 56%
  • Open Saturdays 16%
  • People per dentist 1,200
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Whitley Bay

Looking for an NHS dentist in Whitley Bay? We currently list 30 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 17 are taking on new adult patients and 30 accept children.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 5 practices in the Whitley Bay area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 36,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 1,200 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 Whitley Bay, 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 Whitley Bay, 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