How do I register with an NHS dentist in Bedford?

To register with an NHS dentist in Bedford, 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 Bedford?

Yes, if you have a dental emergency such as severe pain, swelling, or trauma, you can contact an NHS dental practice in Bedford 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 Bedford?

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 Bedford - Find NHS Dental Practices

Dentists found

4.1/5

Average rating

£69

Average check-up price

£65

Average hygienist price

851

Reviews analysed

9 dentists

TiggaSmile-Bedford

★★★★★ 4.7 (265 reviews)

133 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1DN, MK40 1DN

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

£65

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle hygienist
Clean practice
Great communication

265 reviews

View prices View reviews

mydentist, Howard Street, Bedford

★★★★★ 4.7 (36 reviews)

2 Howard St, Bedford MK40 3HS, MK40 3HS

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

36 reviews

View prices View reviews

De-ientes

★★★★★ 4.5 (28 reviews)

28 Lurke St, Bedford MK40 3HU, MK40 3HU

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

28 reviews

View prices View reviews

Flitwick High Street Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.5 (345 reviews)

23 High St, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1DX, MK45 1DX

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

Prices from

Check-up

£69

Hygienist

—

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentist
Clear explanations
Nervous patient care

Worth knowing

Parking not for patients
Appointments can run late
Cancellations at short notice

345 reviews

View prices View reviews

Mr E Willis - Midland Road Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.4 (7 reviews)

102 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1QE, MK40 1QE

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

7 reviews

View prices View reviews

De-ientes Dental Clapham

★★★★☆ 4.1 (25 reviews)

60 High St, Clapham, Bedford MK41 6DN, MK41 6DN

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

25 reviews

View prices View reviews

Priory Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 3.5 (24 reviews)

38 Bromham Rd, Bedford MK40 2QD, MK40 2QD

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

24 reviews

View prices View reviews

Midland Road Dental Surgery

★★★★☆ 3.5 (54 reviews)

102 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1QE, MK40 1QE

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

54 reviews

View prices View reviews

M & N Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (67 reviews)

2a, 6 Grove Pl, Bedford MK40 3JJ, MK40 3JJ

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

67 reviews

View prices View reviews

Nearby Locations

London dentists Glasgow dentists Birmingham dentists Manchester dentists Bristol dentists Leeds dentists

All Dentists Bedford

NHS Limited

TiggaSmile-Bedford

★★★★★ 4.7 (265 reviews)

133 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1DN, MK40 1DN

Opens Mon 9am

£50 View Details

NHS Limited

mydentist, Howard Street, Bedford

★★★★★ 4.7 (36 reviews)

2 Howard St, Bedford MK40 3HS, MK40 3HS

Opens Mon 8:30am

View Details

NHS Limited

De-ientes

★★★★★ 4.5 (28 reviews)

28 Lurke St, Bedford MK40 3HU, MK40 3HU

Opens tomorrow 9am

View Details

Flitwick High Street Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.5 (345 reviews)

23 High St, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1DX, MK45 1DX

Opens Mon 8:30am

£71 View Details

NHS Limited

Mr E Willis - Midland Road Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.4 (7 reviews)

102 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1QE, MK40 1QE

View Details

NHS Limited

De-ientes Dental Clapham

★★★★☆ 4.1 (25 reviews)

60 High St, Clapham, Bedford MK41 6DN, MK41 6DN

Opens Mon 9am

View Details

NHS Limited

Priory Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 3.5 (24 reviews)

38 Bromham Rd, Bedford MK40 2QD, MK40 2QD

Opens Mon 8:30am

View Details

NHS Limited

Midland Road Dental Surgery

★★★★☆ 3.5 (54 reviews)

102 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1QE, MK40 1QE

Opens Mon 8am

View Details

NHS Limited

M & N Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (67 reviews)

2a, 6 Grove Pl, Bedford MK40 3JJ, MK40 3JJ

Opens Mon 9am

View Details

Dentists found

4.1/5

Average rating

£69

Average check-up price

£65

Average hygienist price

851

Reviews analysed

9 dentists nearby

TiggaSmile-Bedford

★★★★★ 4.7 (265 reviews)

133 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1DN, MK40 1DN

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

£65

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle hygienist
Clean practice
Great communication

265 reviews

View prices View reviews

mydentist, Howard Street, Bedford

★★★★★ 4.7 (36 reviews)

2 Howard St, Bedford MK40 3HS, MK40 3HS

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

36 reviews

View prices View reviews

De-ientes

★★★★★ 4.5 (28 reviews)

28 Lurke St, Bedford MK40 3HU, MK40 3HU

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

28 reviews

View prices View reviews

Flitwick High Street Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.5 (345 reviews)

23 High St, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1DX, MK45 1DX

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

Prices from

Check-up

£69

Hygienist

—

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentist
Clear explanations
Nervous patient care

Worth knowing

Parking not for patients
Appointments can run late
Cancellations at short notice

345 reviews

View prices View reviews

Mr E Willis - Midland Road Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.4 (7 reviews)

102 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1QE, MK40 1QE

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

7 reviews

View prices View reviews

De-ientes Dental Clapham

★★★★☆ 4.1 (25 reviews)

60 High St, Clapham, Bedford MK41 6DN, MK41 6DN

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

25 reviews

View prices View reviews

Priory Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 3.5 (24 reviews)

38 Bromham Rd, Bedford MK40 2QD, MK40 2QD

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

24 reviews

View prices View reviews

Midland Road Dental Surgery

★★★★☆ 3.5 (54 reviews)

102 Midland Rd, Bedford MK40 1QE, MK40 1QE

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

54 reviews

View prices View reviews

M & N Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (67 reviews)

2a, 6 Grove Pl, Bedford MK40 3JJ, MK40 3JJ

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

—

67 reviews

View prices View reviews

View all 40 dentists in Bedford

NHS dental charges in Bedford

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

9 NHS dental practices

8 accepting adults

9 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.

Find an NHS dentist — NHS.uk

Nearby Locations

NHS dental charges in Bedford

Who qualifies for free NHS dental care?

Age-based

Benefits-based

Other exemptions

NHS dental availability in Bedford

NHS Dental Care FAQs - Bedford