Where to Get Cosmetic in Chelmsford, Essex: 34 Local Dentists
Chelmsford is a district of Essex with 34 dental practices listed in this directory, across 10 areas including Chelmsford, South Woodham Ferrers, Danbury. Of these, 23 list a wheelchair-accessible entrance on Google, 19 mention children's dentistry on their websites, 16 mention emergency treatment and 22 mention dental implants. 11 publish prices on their own websites, 19 link official social profiles and 25 are within 1.5 km of a railway station. Google Maps showed a median rating of 4.9 across 34 rated practices, from 7,012 reviews in total. 27 of 34 websites were read for services and facilities; a mention on a website does not prove a treatment is currently available. The first 10 are ordered by Google rating (practices with 10 or more reviews first) and the rest follow alphabetically. Details were checked 30 September 2026; confirm availability and NHS acceptance with the practice.
Before choosing a practice in Chelmsford, read how to find an NHS dentist in Essex and what it costs.
Opinion: Google star ratings are users' views
Which dental practices are in Chelmsford?
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Where in Chelmsford are the practices?
| Area | Practices |
|---|---|
| Chelmsford | 18 |
| South Woodham Ferrers | 5 |
| Danbury | 3 |
| Chelmer | 2 |
| Broomfield | 1 |
| Chelmsford Garden | 1 |
| Great Baddow | 1 |
| Runwell | 1 |
| Springfield | 1 |
| Writtle | 1 |
Which treatments do Chelmsford practice websites mention?
These pages list only practices whose own website text mentions the treatment. A mention is not proof of availability.
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Dentists by town in Chelmsford
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Need urgent dental care in Chelmsford?
Call NHS 111. They can direct you to an urgent dental service. Practice websites listed here do not guarantee same-day appointments. See our guide to what to do in a dental emergency.
How was this list built?
Chelmsford practices were matched using their own map coordinates. 27 of 34 websites were successfully read for services (79%), so treatment counts are minimums. See the methodology.
How much can you rely on the star ratings in Chelmsford?
34 of the 34 Chelmsford practices show a Google rating. 12 have a perfect 5.0, and 7 of those have fewer than 20 reviews. The median practice has 144 reviews. 17 have a rating of 4.8 or more from at least 100 reviews. Across all of Essex, 10% of rated practices are a 5.0 with under 20 reviews. A perfect score from a handful of reviews is weaker evidence than a slightly lower score from hundreds, and neither says anything about clinical quality.
What do Chelmsford practice websites say about NHS care?
15 of 34 Chelmsford practices (44%) mention NHS care on their own websites, against 40% across Essex. A mention is not an availability claim: NHS places depend on each practice's contract and change without notice, so phone before you travel.
Which treatments do Chelmsford practices list?
| Treatment | Practices listing it | Share of Chelmsford practices |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic dentistry | 24 | 71% |
| Whitening | 24 | 71% |
| Bridges | 22 | 65% |
| Crowns | 22 | 65% |
| Dentures | 22 | 65% |
| Hygienist | 22 | 65% |
| Implants | 22 | 65% |
| Facial aesthetics | 21 | 62% |
Only 27 of 34 websites could be read, so these counts are minimums.
How easy is it to get to Chelmsford practices?
- 23 of 34 list a wheelchair-accessible entrance (68%), against 68% across Essex. Accessibility is taken from each Google listing; ask the practice about your own needs.
- The nearest railway station is a median 4 minutes by car and 17 minutes on foot (for the 25 practices within a 30 minute walk). Stations most often nearest: Chelmsford (22), Beaulieu Park (5), South Woodham Ferrers (5).
- Well-known places closest to the most practices: The Meadows Shopping Centre, Chelmsford (13), Chelmsford Cathedral (9), South Woodham Ferrers town centre (5).
When might this page not help you?
Opening hours were collected for only 20 of the 34 Chelmsford practices, and 5 of those list Saturday hours, so this page cannot tell you who is open at weekends or in the evening. It does not show who is taking new NHS patients, current fees, or whether a clinician is on the GDC register.
What should you ask on the first call?
- Are you taking new patients, and on what terms (NHS or private)?
- What is the full price for the treatment I need, in writing?
- Who will treat me, and what is their GDC number?
- What are your earliest and latest appointments?
- What happens if I have a problem afterwards?
How many people live in the Chelmsford district?
181,523 people were usual residents of Chelmsford at the 2021 Census, about 536 per square kilometre. This is the whole district. Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021 (TS001 usual residents; TS006 population density), retrieved 2026-10-29.
Frequently asked questions
How many dentists are there in Chelmsford?
34 dental practices are listed in Chelmsford, 29 of them with a website, checked 30 September 2026. They were placed in Chelmsford using each practice's own map coordinates, not the search that found them.
Which areas of Chelmsford have the most dentists?
South Woodham Ferrers (5) and Danbury (3). Each area has its own page listing its practices.
Which treatments do Chelmsford practice websites mention?
cosmetic dentistry or whitening (25 of 34), orthodontics or braces (23 of 34), dental implants (22 of 34), emergency appointments (16 of 34) and NHS treatment (15 of 34). A practice is counted only when text on its own website mentions the treatment. A mention does not prove the treatment is offered or that the practice is accepting new patients, so confirm with the practice.
What is the typical Google rating of Chelmsford dentists?
The median Google rating across 34 rated Chelmsford practices is 4.9 out of 5 (September 2026 snapshot). Ratings are users' opinions and change; read the reviews on Google Maps before deciding.
How do I find an NHS dentist in Chelmsford?
15 Chelmsford practice websites mention NHS treatment. A mention is not proof the practice is taking new NHS patients; check NHS.uk find a dentist, call the practice, or contact NHS 111 or Essex ICB.
Where can I get an emergency dentist in Chelmsford?
For urgent dental problems call NHS 111, which can direct you to an urgent dental service. Call 999 for severe facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, or bleeding you cannot stop. 16 Chelmsford practice websites mention emergency appointments, but may not have capacity today.
How are the Chelmsford practices ordered?
Lists with more than ten practices show the first ten ordered by Google rating (practices with 10 or more reviews first), then the rest alphabetically. Ratings are Google users' opinions, not our assessment, and no practice pays to change its position.
How do I check a Chelmsford dentist is registered?
Check a dentist is registered on the General Dental Council (GDC) register at olr.gdc-uk.org, and look up inspection reports for the practice on the Care Quality Commission (CQC) website.
Which areas of Chelmsford does this directory cover?
Practices in Chelmsford are grouped into 2 areas: South Woodham Ferrers (5) and Danbury (3). Each practice is placed using its own map coordinates, so a practice in a village is counted under the area its coordinates fall in.
Which well-known places are closest to Chelmsford dental practices?
The Meadows Shopping Centre, Chelmsford (nearest to 13 practices), Chelmsford Cathedral (nearest to 9 practices) and South Woodham Ferrers town centre (nearest to 5 practices). Places are matched by distance only, from OpenStreetMap, and are shown only when within a 25 minute walk or 12 minute drive. A nearby landmark says nothing about the quality of a practice.
How many people live in Chelmsford?
181,523 usual residents at Census 2021, about 536 people per square kilometre. Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021 (TS001 usual residents; TS006 population density). That is the whole Chelmsford district; this directory lists 34 practices there.