How do I register with an NHS dentist in Barnet?

To register with an NHS dentist in Barnet, contact the practice directly and ask if they are accepting new NHS patients. You do not need to register in the same way as with a GP - simply book an appointment and confirm you'd like NHS treatment. If you're struggling to find a practice, call NHS 111 or contact your local Integrated Care Board (ICB) for help finding availability.

What is the difference between NHS and private dental treatment?

NHS dental treatment covers clinically necessary care at fixed prices set by the government. Private treatment offers a wider range of options including cosmetic procedures and premium materials, but at higher costs set by each practice. Both NHS and private dentists are qualified to the same standard - the difference is in the range of treatments available and the materials used.

Can I get emergency NHS dental treatment in Barnet?

Yes, if you have a dental emergency such as severe pain, swelling, or trauma, you can contact an NHS dental practice in Barnet for urgent care. If your regular dentist can't see you, call NHS 111 for help finding an emergency dental service. Emergency treatment falls under Band 1 (£27.40) unless further treatment is needed.

What NHS dental treatments are available for children in Barnet?

Children under 18 (or under 19 and in full-time education) are entitled to free NHS dental treatment. This includes check-ups, fillings, extractions, and orthodontic treatment where clinically necessary.

NHS Dentists in Barnet - Find NHS Dental Practices

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Dr Nikhil Patel

★★★★★ 5.0 (15 reviews)

37-39 E Barnet Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8RN, EN4 8RN

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York Road Dental Practice

★★★★★ 5.0 (53 reviews)

7 York Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1LL, EN5 1LL

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Mona Lisa Smiles Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (364 reviews)

83 Station Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1PX, EN5 1PX

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Zental Dental Barnet

★★★★★ 4.9 (392 reviews)

85 High St, Chipping Barnet, Barnet EN5 5UR, EN5 5UR

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Grove Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (7 reviews)

236 High St, Hadley, Barnet EN5 5TD, EN5 5TD

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Westpole Dental Clinic

★★★★★ 4.8 (213 reviews)

3 Westpole Ave, Barnet EN4 0AX, EN4 0AX

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Barnet Smiles Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.8 (435 reviews)

87 Cedar Lawn Ave, Barnet EN5 2LP, EN5 2LP

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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High Barnet Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.6 (86 reviews)

59 High St, Chipping Barnet, Barnet EN5 5UR, EN5 5UR

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Barnet Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.4 (131 reviews)

37-39 E Barnet Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8RN, EN4 8RN

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Cockfosters Dental Clinic

★★★★☆ 4.1 (70 reviews)

23 Station Parade, Barnet EN4 0DW, EN4 0DW

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Dr Nikhil Patel

★★★★★ 5.0 (15 reviews)

37-39 E Barnet Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8RN, EN4 8RN

Opens Mon 8:30am

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York Road Dental Practice

★★★★★ 5.0 (53 reviews)

7 York Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1LL, EN5 1LL

Opens tomorrow 9:30am

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Mona Lisa Smiles Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (364 reviews)

83 Station Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1PX, EN5 1PX

Opens Mon 9am

£40 View Details

Zental Dental Barnet

★★★★★ 4.9 (392 reviews)

85 High St, Chipping Barnet, Barnet EN5 5UR, EN5 5UR

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Grove Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (7 reviews)

236 High St, Hadley, Barnet EN5 5TD, EN5 5TD

Opens Mon 8am

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Westpole Dental Clinic

★★★★★ 4.8 (213 reviews)

3 Westpole Ave, Barnet EN4 0AX, EN4 0AX

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Barnet Smiles Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.8 (435 reviews)

87 Cedar Lawn Ave, Barnet EN5 2LP, EN5 2LP

Opens Mon 8:30am

£49 View Details

High Barnet Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.6 (86 reviews)

59 High St, Chipping Barnet, Barnet EN5 5UR, EN5 5UR

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Barnet Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.4 (131 reviews)

37-39 E Barnet Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8RN, EN4 8RN

Opens Mon 8:30am

£50 View Details

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Cockfosters Dental Clinic

★★★★☆ 4.1 (70 reviews)

23 Station Parade, Barnet EN4 0DW, EN4 0DW

Opens tomorrow 9am

£60 View Details

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Dr Nikhil Patel

★★★★★ 5.0 (15 reviews)

37-39 E Barnet Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8RN, EN4 8RN

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York Road Dental Practice

★★★★★ 5.0 (53 reviews)

7 York Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1LL, EN5 1LL

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Mona Lisa Smiles Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (364 reviews)

83 Station Rd, New Barnet, Barnet EN5 1PX, EN5 1PX

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Zental Dental Barnet

★★★★★ 4.9 (392 reviews)

85 High St, Chipping Barnet, Barnet EN5 5UR, EN5 5UR

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Grove Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (7 reviews)

236 High St, Hadley, Barnet EN5 5TD, EN5 5TD

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Westpole Dental Clinic

★★★★★ 4.8 (213 reviews)

3 Westpole Ave, Barnet EN4 0AX, EN4 0AX

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Barnet Smiles Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.8 (435 reviews)

87 Cedar Lawn Ave, Barnet EN5 2LP, EN5 2LP

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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High Barnet Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.6 (86 reviews)

59 High St, Chipping Barnet, Barnet EN5 5UR, EN5 5UR

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Barnet Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.4 (131 reviews)

37-39 E Barnet Rd, London, Barnet EN4 8RN, EN4 8RN

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Cockfosters Dental Clinic

★★★★☆ 4.1 (70 reviews)

23 Station Parade, Barnet EN4 0DW, EN4 0DW

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NHS dental charges in Barnet

NHS dental treatment in England is charged at fixed rates across three bands. These prices apply to all NHS dental practices in Barnet and across England.

Band	What's included	Cost
Band 1	Check-up, X-rays, scale & polish, urgent care	£27.40
Band 2	Fillings, extractions, root canal treatment	£75.30
Band 3	Crowns, bridges, dentures	£326.70
Urgent	Emergency examination & treatment	£27.40

Who qualifies for free NHS dental care?

You may be entitled to free NHS dental treatment if you fall into one of the following categories. Currently 9 NHS dental practices in Barnet are accepting patients entitled to free care.

Age-based

Under 18, or under 19 and in full-time education
Pregnant or have had a baby in the previous 12 months (with a valid MatEx certificate)

Benefits-based

Income Support
Income-related Employment & Support Allowance
Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance
Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
Universal Credit (with no earnings or net earnings below the threshold)

Other exemptions

Being treated in an NHS hospital by a hospital dentist
NHS Low Income Scheme - full help (HC2 certificate)
War pensioners (for treatment related to the accepted disability)

If you're on a low income but don't qualify for full help, you may still get partial help through the NHS Low Income Scheme (HC3 certificate). Apply using form HC1, available from Jobcentre Plus or NHS hospitals.

NHS dental availability in Barnet

10 NHS dental practices

9 accepting adults

10 accepting children

9 accepting free care patients

NHS dental availability can change frequently. We recommend contacting the practice directly to confirm they are currently accepting new NHS patients before travelling.

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