NHS dentists in Durham
10 dental practices in Durham are providing NHS treatment according to the published NHS records, July 2026 data. Every one is listed below with its rating, opening hours and phone number.
How this list works
We show a practice here if the published NHS records say it recently did NHS work, or if it says on the NHS website that it is accepting new NHS patients. Each card shows the practice's own answer from the NHS website on accepting new NHS patients, which we check every week. Always call the practice to check before you go. Information from the NHS website. How to find one accepting new patients, and what NHS treatment costs.
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Esh Winning Dental Health Centre
In reviewsPatients, including those with dental anxiety, consistently highlight the friendly, professional team and calm environment.
A patient review“Been scared of the dentist for many years but now that’s been put to bed thanks to these putting me at ease”
See all 14 servicesMyorthodontist Durham
In reviewsThe friendly, welcoming atmosphere and the care taken to explain each stage of treatment clearly.
A patient review“The service was seamless - appointments were easy to book, adjustments were handled with precision, and I always felt supported.”
Claypath Dental Practice
In reviewsProfessional, empathetic care and report travelling considerable distances to continue attending.
A patient review“I was recommended this practice by a friend, who even though she had moved away, continued to travel to Durham for her family's dental care.”
See all 11 servicesKingsgate Dental practice
In reviewsThe welcoming, friendly atmosphere and note that nervous visitors are made to feel comfortable and at ease throughout their appointments.
A patient review“Joe explained in to the girls, in layman’s terms, what he was going to do and what they should be doing to continue their good oral hygiene.”
See all 19 servicesBupa Dental Care Durham
In reviewsClear explanations, attentive care and a welcoming atmosphere, with staff noted for putting nervous patients at ease.
A patient review“I was super impressed with the care I received at Bupa Durham and very happy with the much better than expected outcome.”
Wheatley Hill Dental Surgery
In reviewsPatients who have felt anxious about dental visits often report feeling well cared for, and the practice has helped many people feel more comfortable attending regular dental care.
A patient review“Mr Kumar and Ashleigh were very professional but so welcoming, such lovely people who made me feel very comfortable.”
See all 7 servicesBennisons Dental Practice
A patient review“It was my first time meeting Alison, she’s a lovely lady with a wealth of knowledge and made me feel very comfortable.”
See all 8 servicesAlpha Dental Care Framwellgate
In reviewsAttentive, unhurried care, with particular praise for how anxious or nervous visitors are put at ease.
A patient review“When the dentist Joe took me through I explained my mental health and he and the nurse Claire put me to ease straight away.”
Elvet Dental Practice
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How we decide what goes on this page
A practice appears here only when its own page on this site already states that it provides NHS treatment. In England that comes from the NHS Business Services Authority's record of general dental contract activity, which we take every month. In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland it comes from that nation's own regulator. Where we could not confirm either way, the practice is left off rather than guessed at, so this list is a floor and not a complete census.
See all dental practices in Durham, NHS and private together, or read how we check listings.
How NHS dentistry in Durham has changed
In April 2016 there were 9 addresses in Durham where an NHS dental contract delivered treatment. In the most recent month published there were 9. That count uses a different unit from the list above, so the two numbers are not the same measure and should not be compared with each other.
NHS dentists near Durham
The closest towns we cover that also have NHS practices.