Dentists in Birtley: contact details, opening hours and appointments

Dentists

Cestria Dental Practice

dentist 4.6 (45)
8 High Chare DH3 3PX Chester-le-Street
mydentist, Durham Road, Low Fell

mydentist, Durham Road, Low Fell

dentist 4.3 (111)
323 Durham Rd NE9 5AH Gateshead
Alpha Dental Care Chester-le-Street

Alpha Dental Care Chester-le-Street

dentist 4.8 (64)
Unit 3, 47 Gibside DH2 2TT Chester-le-Street
Dentists

New Biggin Villa Dental Clinic

dentist 3.1 (9)
First Floor, 25 Fewster Sq NE10 8XQ Gateshead
Dentists

Newbiggin Family Dental Clinic

dentist
Fewster Square NE10 8XQ Gateshead
Alpha Dental Care InDental

Alpha Dental Care InDental

dentist 4.4 (49)
Fewster Sq NE10 8XQ Gateshead
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Front Street Dental Practice

dentist 5.0 (1)
170 Front St DH3 3AZ Chester-le-Street
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S B Pabary

dentist 2.7 (7)
25 Fewster Sq NE10 8XQ Gateshead
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Ashfield Dental Care

dentist 5.0 (2)
4 Ashfield Ter DH3 3PD Chester-le-Street
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Alan Lamb & Associate

dentist 4.0 (4)
6 Weardale Terrace DH3 3PQ Chester-le-Street
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Woodford Dental Services

dentist 5.0 (1)
1 Weardale Terrace DH3 3PQ Chester-le-Street
Lam Dental Care

Lam Dental Care

dentist 5.0 (142)
6 Weardale Terrace, Ropery Ln DH3 3PQ Chester-le-Street
Low Fell Caring Dental Practice

Low Fell Caring Dental Practice

dentist 3.8 (85)
160 Dryden Rd NE9 5BY Gateshead
Carew Dental

Carew Dental

dentist 5.0 (231)
HOUGHTON HOUSE, New Rd NE11 0JU Gateshead
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Robson & Partners

dentist 1.5 (2)
443 Lobley Hill Rd NE11 0BT Gateshead
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Oasis Dental Care

dentist
443 Lobley Hill Rd NE11 0BT Gateshead
Bupa Dental Care Gateshead

Bupa Dental Care Gateshead

dentist 5.0 (738)
443 Lobley Hill Rd NE11 0BT Gateshead
Dentists

Apex Dental Care

dentist
443 Lobley Hill Rd NE11 0BT Gateshead
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InDental Group

dentist 5.0 (1)
294 Old Durham Rd NE8 4BQ Gateshead
Deckham Dental Practice

Deckham Dental Practice

dentist 4.4 (25)
294 Old Durham Rd NE8 4BQ Gateshead

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Find a dentist in Birtley

Toothache, a broken filling, bleeding gums, a routine check-up or your child's first visit can all lead you to look for a dentist in Birtley. This page lists 377 dentists in Birtley and the surrounding area, with their contact details and the practical information available for each practice.

Dentist open today or taking new patients: what to ask

If you are looking for a dentist near me, our directory helps you find a practice in your neighbourhood, town or a nearby locality. Each listing shows the address, phone number and stated opening hours. Before you visit, phone the practice to check whether it is open today, whether it is taking new NHS or private patients, and whether there is a waiting list.

Dentist appointment: how to book and what to bring

Booking arrangements vary between practices in Birtley. Some dentists only see patients by appointment, while others keep a few same-day slots for urgent problems such as severe pain or a lost filling. When you call, explain the reason for your visit, the patient's age, your symptoms and how long they have lasted. Bring a list of your medicines, any allergies and proof of exemption if you claim free NHS treatment.

What can you see a dentist for?

A dentist can help with toothache, tooth decay, gum problems, a chipped or broken tooth, a lost crown or filling, sensitivity, mouth ulcers that do not heal or a wisdom tooth causing pain. They also carry out check-ups, scale and polish, fillings, root canal treatment, extractions and dentures, and can refer you to a specialist or a hospital dental service when needed. A dentist for kids can check your child's teeth and offer prevention advice.

NHS and private dental care in the UK

Many practices offer both NHS dental care and private treatment. In England, you do not formally register with a dentist as you do with a GP: you contact a practice that is accepting NHS patients, and NHS treatment is charged according to set bands. In Scotland, you register with a dentist for NHS care, and rules on charges differ between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. NHS dental treatment is free for children under 18, and for certain other groups such as pregnant women, those who have had a baby in the last 12 months and people receiving some benefits. Ask the practice which charges apply to you.

Contact a dentist in Birtley

Browse the list of dentists in Birtley, check the available listings and call the practice that suits you to confirm opening hours, availability, whether it accepts new patients and appointment conditions. If you need an emergency dentist and your practice is closed, call NHS 111 in England and Wales, or NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland. In Northern Ireland, contact your local out-of-hours dental service through your health trust. In case of facial swelling affecting your breathing, swallowing or vision, heavy bleeding that will not stop or a serious injury to the face, call 999 or go to A&E.

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