Orthodontics in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea: 7 Practices Listed
Leigh-on-Sea is an area in the Southend-on-Sea district of Essex with 7 dental practices listed in this directory. Of these, 4 list a wheelchair-accessible entrance on Google, 4 mention children's dentistry on their websites, 6 mention emergency treatment and 5 mention dental implants. 2 publish prices on their own websites, 5 link official social profiles and 7 are within 1.5 km of a railway station. Google Maps showed a median rating of 4.9 across 7 rated practices, from 1,527 reviews in total. 7 of 7 websites were read for services and facilities; a mention on a website does not prove a treatment is currently available. Practices are listed alphabetically. Details were checked 30 September 2026; confirm availability and NHS acceptance with the practice.
For background before you choose, read what to do in a dental emergency and who to call.
Opinion: Google star ratings are users' views
Which dental practices are in Leigh-on-Sea?
| Practice | Google rating | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Dentist Leigh-on-Sea | 5.0 (7 reviews) | emergencydentistinleighonsea.co.uk | 01702 660950 |
| Highland View Dental Surgery - Leigh-on-Sea | 4.9 (403 reviews) | highlandview.co.uk | 01702 553535 |
| Leigh Primary Dental Care | 4.9 (366 reviews) | dentistryforyou.co.uk | 01702 842326 |
| Leigh Road Dental - Dentistry For You (Private) | 4.2 (147 reviews) | dentistryforyou.co.uk | 01702 719888 |
| Parmar Dental Leigh on Sea | 4.8 (280 reviews) | parmardental.co.uk | 01702 475878 |
| Thames Dental Surgery | 4.5 (41 reviews) | thamesdentalsurgery.co.uk | 01702 478494 |
| Wisdom Dental | 4.9 (283 reviews) | wisdom-dental.co.uk | 01702 886840 |
Which streets are the practices on?
54 Hadleigh Rd, 1809 London Rd, 287 Leigh Rd, 286 Leigh Rd, 1707 London Rd, 18 Elm Rd.
How does Leigh-on-Sea compare with Southend-on-Sea?
| Area | Practices | Median Google rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh-on-Sea | 7 | 4.9 |
| Southend-on-Sea (district) | 41 | 4.8 |
Which treatments do Leigh-on-Sea practice websites mention?
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How much can you rely on the star ratings in Leigh-on-Sea?
7 of the 7 Leigh-on-Sea practices show a Google rating. 1 have a perfect 5.0, and 1 of those have fewer than 20 reviews. The median practice has 280 reviews. 4 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 Leigh-on-Sea practice websites say about NHS care?
5 of 7 Leigh-on-Sea practices (71%) 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 Leigh-on-Sea practices list?
| Treatment | Practices listing it | Share of Leigh-on-Sea practices |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic dentistry | 6 | 86% |
| Crowns | 6 | 86% |
| Dentures | 6 | 86% |
| Emergency appointments | 6 | 86% |
| Extractions | 6 | 86% |
| Facial aesthetics | 6 | 86% |
| Hygienist | 6 | 86% |
| Whitening | 6 | 86% |
Only 7 of 7 websites could be read, so these counts are minimums.
How easy is it to get to Leigh-on-Sea practices?
- 4 of 7 list a wheelchair-accessible entrance (57%), 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 2 minutes by car and 16 minutes on foot (for the 7 practices within a 30 minute walk). Stations most often nearest: Leigh-on-Sea (5), Chalkwell (2).
- Well-known places closest to the most practices: Leigh-on-Sea Old Town (7).
When might this page not help you?
Opening hours were collected for only 4 of the 7 Leigh-on-Sea practices, and 2 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 Southend-on-Sea district?
180,686 people were usual residents of Southend-on-Sea at the 2021 Census, about 4,336 per square kilometre. This is the whole district, not just Leigh-on-Sea. 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 Leigh-on-Sea?
7 dental practices are listed in Leigh-on-Sea, in the Southend-on-Sea district, checked 30 September 2026.
Which treatments do Leigh-on-Sea practice websites mention?
orthodontics or braces (6 of 7), cosmetic dentistry or whitening (6 of 7), emergency appointments (6 of 7), NHS treatment (5 of 7) and dental implants (5 of 7). 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 are Leigh-on-Sea dentists rated on Google?
The median Google rating across 7 rated Leigh-on-Sea practices is 4.9 out of 5 (September 2026 snapshot). Ratings are users' opinions.
Is there an NHS dentist in Leigh-on-Sea?
5 Leigh-on-Sea practice websites mention NHS treatment. Availability changes often and only the practice can confirm it; check NHS.uk find a dentist or call the practice.
What if I need an emergency dentist in Leigh-on-Sea?
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.
How are the Leigh-on-Sea 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.
Which well-known places are closest to Leigh-on-Sea dental practices?
Leigh-on-Sea Old Town (nearest to 7 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 Southend-on-Sea?
180,686 usual residents at Census 2021, about 4,336 people per square kilometre. Source: Office for National Statistics, Census 2021 (TS001 usual residents; TS006 population density). That is the whole Southend-on-Sea district, not just Leigh-on-Sea; this directory lists 41 practices there.