How do I register with an NHS dentist in Dagenham?

To register with an NHS dentist in Dagenham, 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 Dagenham?

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

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 Dagenham - Find NHS Dental Practices

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3.5/5

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Castle Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.6 (117 reviews)

812 Green Ln, Dagenham RM8 1YR, RM8 1YR

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Orchard Road Dental Surgery - Essex Family Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.5 (102 reviews)

1 Orchard Rd, Dagenham RM10 9PT, RM10 9PT

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The Heathway Dental Surgery

★★★★☆ 4.4 (108 reviews)

276a Heathway, Dagenham RM10 8QS, RM10 8QS

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David's Dental Care

★★★★☆ 4.0 (34 reviews)

831 Longbridge Rd, Dagenham RM8 2DA, RM8 2DA

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Dagenham Aspire Dental Care - NHS Dentist Dagenam

★★★★☆ 3.7 (40 reviews)

1-3 Dewey Rd, Dagenham RM10 8AP, RM10 8AP

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Essex Family Dental

★★★★☆ 3.6 (63 reviews)

513-515 Gale St., Dagenham RM9 4TP, RM9 4TP

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Inspire Dental Dagenham

★★★★☆ 3.5 (190 reviews)

228 Oxlow Ln, Dagenham RM10 7YX, RM10 7YX

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Family Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (33 reviews)

3, Rowallen Parade, Green Ln, Dagenham RM8 1XU, RM8 1XU

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Dental Practice

★★☆☆☆ 1.9 (16 reviews)

618 Becontree Ave, Dagenham RM8 3HB, RM8 3HB

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Wood Lane Dental Practice

★★☆☆☆ 1.9 (65 reviews)

479 Wood Ln, Dagenham RM8 3NT, RM8 3NT

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Castle Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.6 (117 reviews)

812 Green Ln, Dagenham RM8 1YR, RM8 1YR

Opens Mon 8am

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Orchard Road Dental Surgery - Essex Family Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.5 (102 reviews)

1 Orchard Rd, Dagenham RM10 9PT, RM10 9PT

Opens Mon 8:30am

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The Heathway Dental Surgery

★★★★☆ 4.4 (108 reviews)

276a Heathway, Dagenham RM10 8QS, RM10 8QS

Opens Mon 9am

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David's Dental Care

★★★★☆ 4.0 (34 reviews)

831 Longbridge Rd, Dagenham RM8 2DA, RM8 2DA

Opens Mon 9am

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Dagenham Aspire Dental Care - NHS Dentist Dagenam

★★★★☆ 3.7 (40 reviews)

1-3 Dewey Rd, Dagenham RM10 8AP, RM10 8AP

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Essex Family Dental

★★★★☆ 3.6 (63 reviews)

513-515 Gale St., Dagenham RM9 4TP, RM9 4TP

Opens Mon 8:30am

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Inspire Dental Dagenham

★★★★☆ 3.5 (190 reviews)

228 Oxlow Ln, Dagenham RM10 7YX, RM10 7YX

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Family Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (33 reviews)

3, Rowallen Parade, Green Ln, Dagenham RM8 1XU, RM8 1XU

Opens Mon 9:30am

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Dental Practice

★★☆☆☆ 1.9 (16 reviews)

618 Becontree Ave, Dagenham RM8 3HB, RM8 3HB

Opens Mon 9am

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Wood Lane Dental Practice

★★☆☆☆ 1.9 (65 reviews)

479 Wood Ln, Dagenham RM8 3NT, RM8 3NT

Opens Mon 9am

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3.5/5

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Castle Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.6 (117 reviews)

812 Green Ln, Dagenham RM8 1YR, RM8 1YR

Private NHS

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Orchard Road Dental Surgery - Essex Family Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.5 (102 reviews)

1 Orchard Rd, Dagenham RM10 9PT, RM10 9PT

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The Heathway Dental Surgery

★★★★☆ 4.4 (108 reviews)

276a Heathway, Dagenham RM10 8QS, RM10 8QS

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David's Dental Care

★★★★☆ 4.0 (34 reviews)

831 Longbridge Rd, Dagenham RM8 2DA, RM8 2DA

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Dagenham Aspire Dental Care - NHS Dentist Dagenam

★★★★☆ 3.7 (40 reviews)

1-3 Dewey Rd, Dagenham RM10 8AP, RM10 8AP

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Essex Family Dental

★★★★☆ 3.6 (63 reviews)

513-515 Gale St., Dagenham RM9 4TP, RM9 4TP

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Inspire Dental Dagenham

★★★★☆ 3.5 (190 reviews)

228 Oxlow Ln, Dagenham RM10 7YX, RM10 7YX

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Family Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (33 reviews)

3, Rowallen Parade, Green Ln, Dagenham RM8 1XU, RM8 1XU

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Dental Practice

★★☆☆☆ 1.9 (16 reviews)

618 Becontree Ave, Dagenham RM8 3HB, RM8 3HB

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Wood Lane Dental Practice

★★☆☆☆ 1.9 (65 reviews)

479 Wood Ln, Dagenham RM8 3NT, RM8 3NT

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NHS dental charges in Dagenham

NHS dental treatment in England is charged at fixed rates across three bands. These prices apply to all NHS dental practices in Dagenham 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 7 NHS dental practices in Dagenham 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 Dagenham

10 NHS dental practices

7 accepting adults

10 accepting children

7 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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