Need a dentist in South Shields? Compare the dentists below and see who is open right now. Call the one you like, and say NHS or private when you book.
Here are 11 dentists in South Shields. 11 offer NHS care. 4 open at weekends or in the evening.
74 Fowler Street, South Shields, NE33 1PD
158 Westoe Road, South Shields, NE33 3PH
16-22 Westoe Road, South Shields, NE33 4LZ
265 Sunderland Road, NE34 6AL
147 Prince Edward Road, South Shields, NE34 8PL
Flagg Court Primary Care Centre, South Shields, NE33 2LX
Harton Wing, South Shields, NE34 0PL
There are two kinds of dentist prices: NHS and private. NHS prices are set nationally, so they are the same at every dentist. Private prices are set by each dentist, so ask for a price list when you call.
In England you pay one of three NHS bands, whichever dentist you use, in South Shields or anywhere else.
| Band 1 | £27.90 | Check-up, advice and X-rays |
|---|---|---|
| Band 2 | £76.60 | Adds fillings, extractions and root canal work |
| Band 3 | £332.10 | Adds crowns, dentures and bridges |
| Urgent care | £27.90 | Emergency treatment, whatever is done |
NHS care is free if you are under 18, pregnant, or had a baby in the last year. It is also free with certain benefits.
NHS figures from the NHS dental charges guide, checked August 2026.
It changes week to week, so no list stays right for long. Call the dentists above and ask. Private dentists usually have space sooner. For NHS care, ask to join the waiting list if they are full.
An NHS check-up in England is £27.90. That is Band 1, and it is the same at every NHS dentist. A private check-up has no set price, so ask the dentist for their price list.
Yes, many people can. In England it is free if you are under 18, pregnant, or had a baby in the last year. Certain benefits make it free too. Not sure if you qualify? See our guides to free dental treatment, dental care for over 60s and PIP and dental treatment.
There is no fixed sign-up, like there is with a GP. Call the dentist you want, say NHS or private, and they take your details at your first visit. You can register your child at the same time, and children's NHS care is free.
No. There are no catchment areas for dentists. You can register with any dentist that has space, wherever you live.
Look for the NHS dentist label on the list above. You can also see NHS dentists in South Shields with NHS prices explained.
Call NHS 111, free, at any hour. They can arrange urgent dental care. You can also see emergency dentists in South Shields.