NHS Dentists in Wigan

52 NHS dental practices within 10 miles of Wigan centre

52

Total Practices

36

Accepting Adults

52

Accepting Children

3

Open Saturdays
Patients
Hours
Facilities

Church Lane Dental Practice, 71a Church Lane, Lowton, Cheshire, WA3 2QZ

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, Ellesmere Street, Leigh, WN7 4PG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

17 Crab Tree Lane, Atherton, Greater Manchester, M46 0AU

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 11 March 2026

62-64 High Street, Newton Le Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9SH

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

67 Wargrave Road, Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9RH

Adults: No Children Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 24 March 2026

45 Blackbrook Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA11 9QA

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

208 Wigan Road, Bolton, Lancs, BL3 5QE

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

Tyldesley Dental Centre (Part of Perfect Smile), 219 Elliott Street, Tyldesley, Greater Manchester, M29 8DG

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 2 April 2026

Talking Teeth Dental Practice, 162 Parr Stocks Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 1PB

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 16 April 2026

272 Dental Care, 272 St. Helen's Road, Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 3PZ

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 3 March 2026

19-21, St. Georges Street, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2AA

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 30 March 2026

71 Union Street, Chorley, Lancs, PR7 1AB

Adults: No Children Evenings
Confirmed: 13 March 2026

Hob Hey Dental Centre, 3 Hob Hey Lane, Culcheth, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 4NQ

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 12 March 2026

Smart Dental Care - Astley Dental Centre, 396 Manchester Road, Astley, Tyldesley, M29 7DY

Adults Children Charge Exempt Weekends Evenings
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Confirmed: 26 March 2026

Windle House Dental Practice, 1 Spray Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2NN

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 9 March 2026

48 Higher Swan Lane, Bolton, BL3 3AT

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 18 March 2026

40 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Lancs, BL1 4AP

Adults: No Children
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Confirmed: 23 March 2026

93 Broadway, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 5PJ

Adults Children Charge Exempt
Wheelchair Access
Confirmed: 26 February 2026

The Oaks, 69 Preston Road, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1PL

Adults: No Children Evenings
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Confirmed: 2 February 2026

Marsden House, Marsden Road, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 2JT

Adults Children Charge Exempt
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Confirmed: 2 April 2026
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At a Glance
  • Accepting adults 69%
  • Accepting children 100%
  • Accept charge-exempt 69%
  • Open Saturdays 5%
  • People per dentist 2,057
NHS Dental Charges
  • Band 1 (Check-up) £27.40
  • Band 2 (Fillings) £75.30
  • Band 3 (Crowns) £326.70

Finding an NHS Dentist in Wigan

Looking for an NHS dentist in Wigan? We currently list 52 dental practices accepting new NHS patients in the area, of which 36 are taking on new adult patients and 52 accept children. 8 new practices in Wigan have started accepting NHS patients since our update on 25 April 2026.

If you need an appointment outside of normal working hours, 3 practices in the Wigan area open on Saturdays. With a population of approximately 107,000, that works out to roughly 1 NHS dentist for every 2,057 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

Recently Stopped Accepting NHS Patients

7 dental practices in this area stopped appearing in NHS service-search results in our latest update on 25 April 2026. They may still operate privately, but are no longer listed as accepting new NHS patients. Always confirm with the practice before booking.

  • Bennison Dental 403 405 Halliwell Road, Bolton, Lancs, Lancashire, BL1 8DE
  • Derby Street Dentist Ltd 288 Derby Street, Bolton, Lancs, BL3 6LF
  • Freshdental Bupa Dental Care Ladybridge, 48 Wigan road, Bolton, BL3 5PZ
  • Mayfield Dental Care Mayfield Dental Care, 3 Mayfield Street, Atherton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M46 0BF
  • Mr Green & Miss Green 100 Warrington Road, Wigan, Lancs, WN5 9AL
  • Ravat & Ray Dental Care Rumworth House, 512 Wigan Road, Bolton, BL3 4QW
  • The Corner Dental Surgery Limited 146 Duke Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 2JL

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 Wigan, 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 Wigan, 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