How do I register with an NHS dentist in Birmingham?

To register with an NHS dentist in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham?

Yes, if you have a dental emergency such as severe pain, swelling, or trauma, you can contact an NHS dental practice in Birmingham 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 (£27.90) unless further treatment is needed.

What NHS dental treatments are available for children in Birmingham?

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 Birmingham Accepting New Patients (91)

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2.5/5

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91 dentists

Bhandal Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (84 reviews)

280 Monument Rd, Birmingham B16 8XP, B16 8XP

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Pelham Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (46 reviews)

711 Alum Rock Rd, Birmingham B8 3JA, B8 3JA

Private NHS

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Perry Park Dental

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (29 reviews)

289 Walsall Rd, Perry Barr, Birmingham B42 1TY, B42 1TY

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Bhandal Dental Practice - Alum Rock

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (10 reviews)

711 Alum Rock Rd, Birmingham B8 3JA, B8 3JA

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Lozells Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (63 reviews)

176 Lozells Rd, Lozells, Birmingham B19 2SX, B19 2SX

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CRABTREE DENTAL

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (23 reviews)

14 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge, Birmingham B37 5BU, B37 5BU

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Poplar Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (20 reviews)

1 Poplar Rd, Birmingham B11 1UH, B11 1UH

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Hillbrook Dental Health Centre

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (56 reviews)

286 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8JU, B12 8JU

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Keep smiling dental practice

★★☆☆☆ 2.2 (19 reviews)

306-308 Green Ln, Small Heath, Birmingham B9 5DN, B9 5DN

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Midlands Smile Centres - Handsworth

★★☆☆☆ 2.1 (7 reviews)

94 Church Ln, Handsworth, Birmingham B20 2ES, B20 2ES

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Ladypool dentist

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 (24 reviews)

115 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8UY, B12 8UY

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Bhandal Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (84 reviews)

280 Monument Rd, Birmingham B16 8XP, B16 8XP

Open until 6pm

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Pelham Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (46 reviews)

711 Alum Rock Rd, Birmingham B8 3JA, B8 3JA

Opens tomorrow 8:30am

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Perry Park Dental

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (29 reviews)

289 Walsall Rd, Perry Barr, Birmingham B42 1TY, B42 1TY

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Bhandal Dental Practice - Alum Rock

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (10 reviews)

711 Alum Rock Rd, Birmingham B8 3JA, B8 3JA

Open until 6pm

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Lozells Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (63 reviews)

176 Lozells Rd, Lozells, Birmingham B19 2SX, B19 2SX

Open until 5:30pm

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CRABTREE DENTAL

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (23 reviews)

14 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge, Birmingham B37 5BU, B37 5BU

Open until 5:30pm

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Poplar Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (20 reviews)

1 Poplar Rd, Birmingham B11 1UH, B11 1UH

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Hillbrook Dental Health Centre

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (56 reviews)

286 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8JU, B12 8JU

Opens tomorrow 9am

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NHS Limited

Keep smiling dental practice

★★☆☆☆ 2.2 (19 reviews)

306-308 Green Ln, Small Heath, Birmingham B9 5DN, B9 5DN

Open until 5:30pm

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NHS Limited

Midlands Smile Centres - Handsworth

★★☆☆☆ 2.1 (7 reviews)

94 Church Ln, Handsworth, Birmingham B20 2ES, B20 2ES

View Details

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Ladypool dentist

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 (24 reviews)

115 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8UY, B12 8UY

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Dentists found

2.5/5

Average rating

381

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91 dentists nearby

Bhandal Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (84 reviews)

280 Monument Rd, Birmingham B16 8XP, B16 8XP

Private NHS

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Pelham Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (46 reviews)

711 Alum Rock Rd, Birmingham B8 3JA, B8 3JA

Private NHS

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Perry Park Dental

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (29 reviews)

289 Walsall Rd, Perry Barr, Birmingham B42 1TY, B42 1TY

Private NHS

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Bhandal Dental Practice - Alum Rock

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (10 reviews)

711 Alum Rock Rd, Birmingham B8 3JA, B8 3JA

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Lozells Dental Surgery

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (63 reviews)

176 Lozells Rd, Lozells, Birmingham B19 2SX, B19 2SX

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CRABTREE DENTAL

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (23 reviews)

14 Crabtree Dr, Fordbridge, Birmingham B37 5BU, B37 5BU

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Poplar Dental Practice

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (20 reviews)

1 Poplar Rd, Birmingham B11 1UH, B11 1UH

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Hillbrook Dental Health Centre

★★★☆☆ 2.5 (56 reviews)

286 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8JU, B12 8JU

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Keep smiling dental practice

★★☆☆☆ 2.2 (19 reviews)

306-308 Green Ln, Small Heath, Birmingham B9 5DN, B9 5DN

Private NHS

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Midlands Smile Centres - Handsworth

★★☆☆☆ 2.1 (7 reviews)

94 Church Ln, Handsworth, Birmingham B20 2ES, B20 2ES

Private NHS

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Ladypool dentist

★★☆☆☆ 2.0 (24 reviews)

115 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8UY, B12 8UY

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View all 181 dentists in Birmingham

91 dental practices in Birmingham (of 181) are currently listed as accepting new NHS patients — 78 taking adults and 91 taking children.

NHS availability last checked 2 June 2026. Availability can change week to week — call practices directly to confirm.

NHS dental charges in Birmingham

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

Band	What's included	Cost
Band 1	Check-up, X-rays, scale & polish, urgent care	£27.90
Band 2	Fillings, extractions, root canal treatment	£76.60
Band 3	Crowns, bridges, dentures	£332.10
Urgent	Emergency examination & treatment	£27.90

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 81 NHS dental practices in Birmingham 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 Birmingham

91 NHS dental practices

78 accepting adults

91 accepting children

81 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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