19 Dentists in Southend-on-Sea Providing NHS Treatment
NHS dentists in Southend-on-Sea is a list of the 19 of 41 Southend-on-Sea dental practices whose own websites mention NHS treatment. Of these, 14 list a wheelchair-accessible entrance on Google, 14 mention children's dentistry on their websites, 15 mention emergency treatment and 15 mention dental implants. 7 publish prices on their own websites, 14 link official social profiles and 17 are within 1.5 km of a railway station. Google Maps showed a median rating of 4.8 across 19 rated practices, from 5,549 reviews in total. 19 of 19 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.
For background before you choose, read NHS dentist in Essex.
Opinion: Google star ratings are users' views
Which Southend-on-Sea practices mention NHS treatment?
Show the other 9 practices
| Practice | Area | Google rating | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Dental Westcliff | Southend-on-Sea | 4.5 (198 reviews) | familydentalwestcliff.co.uk | 01702 344275 |
| Inspire Dental Southend | Southend-on-Sea | 4.5 (1,441 reviews) | inspiredentalsouthend.co.uk | 01702 334334 |
| Leigh Road Dental - Dentistry For You (Private) | Leigh-on-Sea | 4.2 (147 reviews) | dentistryforyou.co.uk | 01702 719888 |
| Longford House Dental Practice | Southend-on-Sea | 4.4 (160 reviews) | longfordhousedentalpractice.com | 01702 292615 |
| Park House Dental Health | Southend-on-Sea | 4.2 (30 reviews) | phdentistry.co.uk | 01702 613196 |
| Rose Dental | Southend-on-Sea | 4.3 (122 reviews) | rosedental.co.uk | 01702 335132 |
| Smiles on Broadway | Southend-on-Sea | 4.3 (60 reviews) | smilesonbroadway.co.uk | 01702 588818 |
| Thames Dental Surgery | Leigh-on-Sea | 4.5 (41 reviews) | thamesdentalsurgery.co.uk | 01702 478494 |
| Thorpe Bay Dental Practice | Southend-on-Sea | 4.7 (126 reviews) | thorpebay.dental | 01702 584535 |
How does Southend-on-Sea compare with the rest of Essex?
| Area | Practices | Mentioning this treatment | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | 41 | 19 | 46% |
What does "mentions" mean here?
A practice is listed when text on its own website refers to this treatment. We do not verify clinical capability, qualifications or availability. Check the practice's GDC registration on the GDC register and its inspection history at CQC.
NHS dentists by town in Southend-on-Sea
- nhs-dentists in Leigh-on-Sea (5 practices)
How much can you rely on the star ratings in Southend-on-Sea?
19 of the 19 Southend-on-Sea practices listing NHS treatment show a Google rating. 2 have a perfect 5.0, and 0 of those have fewer than 20 reviews. The median practice has 162 reviews. 9 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 Southend-on-Sea practice websites say about NHS care?
19 of 19 Southend-on-Sea practices listing NHS treatment (100%) 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.
What else do practices listing NHS treatment in Southend-on-Sea offer?
Treatments most often listed alongside NHS treatment by these 19 practices: check-ups (18), crowns (17), hygienist (17), whitening (17).
How easy is it to get to Southend-on-Sea practices?
- 14 of 19 list a wheelchair-accessible entrance (74%), 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 3 minutes by car and 16 minutes on foot (for the 17 practices within a 30 minute walk). Stations most often nearest: Thorpe Bay (5), Chalkwell (4), Leigh-on-Sea (4).
- Well-known places closest to the most practices: Leigh-on-Sea Old Town (7), Adventure Island, Southend (5), Southend University Hospital (5).
When might this page not help you?
A website that mentions NHS care is not a place on the NHS list. NHS capacity is set by each practice’s contract and is often full; if three calls in a row end with no NHS places, widen the search to the next district, and after about six calls ask NHS 111 or the NHS Essex integrated care board for help. Opening hours were collected for only 13 of the 19 Southend-on-Sea practices listing NHS treatment, and 3 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 on new NHS patients in my group (adult or child)?
- If not, is there a waiting list and how long has it been?
- Which items would be NHS and which private? Please write that down.
- How do I get an urgent NHS appointment if I am in pain?
- What happens if I have a problem afterwards?
Frequently asked questions
How many Southend-on-Sea practices mention NHS treatment?
19 of 41 listed Southend-on-Sea practices have a website that mentions NHS treatment (read 30 September 2026). 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 the Southend-on-Sea practices that mention NHS treatment rated on Google?
The median Google rating across 19 rated practices on this page is 4.8 out of 5 (September 2026 snapshot). These are users' opinions, not our assessment.
Can I be sure a Southend-on-Sea dentist is taking NHS patients?
No. The website may say the practice is not taking new NHS patients. Check NHS.uk find a dentist, call the practice, or contact NHS 111 or Essex ICB. NHS charges are set nationally and are the same at every NHS practice.
How do I check a Southend-on-Sea 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.
How are these Southend-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.