How do I register with an NHS dentist in Reading?

To register with an NHS dentist in Reading, 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 Reading?

Yes, if you have a dental emergency such as severe pain, swelling, or trauma, you can contact an NHS dental practice in Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading Accepting New Patients (9)

Dentists found

4.5/5

Average rating

£73

Average check-up price

£76

Average hygienist price

1k+

Reviews analysed

9 dentists

The Boathouse Dental Surgery

★★★★★ 5.0 (22 reviews)

High St, Goring, Reading RG8 9AB, RG8 9AB

Private NHS

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Check-up

£100

Hygienist

£68

22 reviews

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Loddon Vale Dental Practice

★★★★★ 5.0 (117 reviews)

Loddon Vale Dental Practice Flat E, Shopping Piazza, Hurricane Way, Woodley, Reading RG5 4UL, RG5 4UL

Private NHS

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Check-up

£68

Hygienist

£59

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentist
Clear explanations
Long-standing patients

117 reviews

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Wood Lane Dentistry

★★★★★ 4.9 (337 reviews)

Hall Cottage, 37 Wood Ln, Sonning Common, Reading RG4 9SJ, RG4 9SJ

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Friendly staff
Gentle dentists
Clear explanations
Good with nervous patients

337 reviews

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Twyford Dental

★★★★★ 4.8 (113 reviews)

3 Church St, Twyford, Reading RG10 9DN, RG10 9DN

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Check-up

£49

Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Gentle hygienist
EMS Airflow treatment
Friendly staff
Puts nervous patients at ease

113 reviews

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Friar Street Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.3 (120 reviews)

15 Friar St, Reading RG1 1DB, RG1 1DB

Private NHS

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mydentist, Meadway Shopping Centre, Tilehurst

★★★★☆ 4.3 (125 reviews)

17-18 The Meadway, Honey End Ln, Reading RG30 4AA, RG30 4AA

Private NHS

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Dentalcare Pangbourne

★★★★☆ 4.2 (224 reviews)

17 Reading Rd, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LU, RG8 7LU

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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£75

Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentist
Thorough explanations
Good NHS care

224 reviews

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The Village Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (26 reviews)

23 Farnham Dr, Reading RG4 6NY, RG4 6NY

Private NHS

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Smile Dental Care - Twyford

★★★★☆ 3.5 (33 reviews)

8-10 High St, Twyford, Reading RG10 9AE, RG10 9AE

Private NHS

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Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Great with nervous patients
Good emergency appointments
Professional dentists

Worth knowing

Hard to reach by phone
Limited parking

33 reviews

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The Boathouse Dental Surgery

★★★★★ 5.0 (22 reviews)

High St, Goring, Reading RG8 9AB, RG8 9AB

Opens tomorrow 8:30am

£205 View Details

Loddon Vale Dental Practice

★★★★★ 5.0 (117 reviews)

Loddon Vale Dental Practice Flat E, Shopping Piazza, Hurricane Way, Woodley, Reading RG5 4UL, RG5 4UL

Opens tomorrow 8am

£50 View Details

NHS Limited

Wood Lane Dentistry

★★★★★ 4.9 (337 reviews)

Hall Cottage, 37 Wood Ln, Sonning Common, Reading RG4 9SJ, RG4 9SJ

Open until 8pm

£3800 View Details

NHS Limited

Twyford Dental

★★★★★ 4.8 (113 reviews)

3 Church St, Twyford, Reading RG10 9DN, RG10 9DN

Open until 5:30pm

£575 View Details

NHS Limited

Friar Street Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.3 (120 reviews)

15 Friar St, Reading RG1 1DB, RG1 1DB

Opens tomorrow 8:30am

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mydentist, Meadway Shopping Centre, Tilehurst

★★★★☆ 4.3 (125 reviews)

17-18 The Meadway, Honey End Ln, Reading RG30 4AA, RG30 4AA

Open until 8pm

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NHS Limited

Dentalcare Pangbourne

★★★★☆ 4.2 (224 reviews)

17 Reading Rd, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LU, RG8 7LU

Opens tomorrow 8am

£75 View Details

NHS Limited

The Village Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (26 reviews)

23 Farnham Dr, Reading RG4 6NY, RG4 6NY

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Smile Dental Care - Twyford

★★★★☆ 3.5 (33 reviews)

8-10 High St, Twyford, Reading RG10 9AE, RG10 9AE

Opens tomorrow 9am

£28 View Details

Dentists found

4.5/5

Average rating

£73

Average check-up price

£76

Average hygienist price

1k+

Reviews analysed

9 dentists nearby

The Boathouse Dental Surgery

★★★★★ 5.0 (22 reviews)

High St, Goring, Reading RG8 9AB, RG8 9AB

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

£100

Hygienist

£68

22 reviews

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Loddon Vale Dental Practice

★★★★★ 5.0 (117 reviews)

Loddon Vale Dental Practice Flat E, Shopping Piazza, Hurricane Way, Woodley, Reading RG5 4UL, RG5 4UL

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

£68

Hygienist

£59

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentist
Clear explanations
Long-standing patients

117 reviews

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Wood Lane Dentistry

★★★★★ 4.9 (337 reviews)

Hall Cottage, 37 Wood Ln, Sonning Common, Reading RG4 9SJ, RG4 9SJ

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

Prices from

Check-up

—

Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentists
Clear explanations
Good with nervous patients

337 reviews

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Twyford Dental

★★★★★ 4.8 (113 reviews)

3 Church St, Twyford, Reading RG10 9DN, RG10 9DN

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

Prices from

Check-up

£49

Hygienist

—

Patients say

Likes most

Gentle hygienist
EMS Airflow treatment
Friendly staff
Puts nervous patients at ease

113 reviews

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Friar Street Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.3 (120 reviews)

15 Friar St, Reading RG1 1DB, RG1 1DB

Private NHS

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120 reviews

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mydentist, Meadway Shopping Centre, Tilehurst

★★★★☆ 4.3 (125 reviews)

17-18 The Meadway, Honey End Ln, Reading RG30 4AA, RG30 4AA

Private NHS

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Hygienist

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125 reviews

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Dentalcare Pangbourne

★★★★☆ 4.2 (224 reviews)

17 Reading Rd, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LU, RG8 7LU

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

Prices from

Check-up

£75

Hygienist

—

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentist
Thorough explanations
Good NHS care

224 reviews

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The Village Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (26 reviews)

23 Farnham Dr, Reading RG4 6NY, RG4 6NY

Private NHS

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Hygienist

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26 reviews

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Smile Dental Care - Twyford

★★★★☆ 3.5 (33 reviews)

8-10 High St, Twyford, Reading RG10 9AE, RG10 9AE

Private NHS

Prices from

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—

Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Great with nervous patients
Good emergency appointments
Professional dentists

Worth knowing

Hard to reach by phone
Limited parking

33 reviews

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View all 58 dentists in Reading

9 dental practices in Reading (of 58) are currently listed as accepting new NHS patients — 5 taking adults and 9 taking children.

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

NHS dental charges in Reading

NHS dental treatment in England is charged at fixed rates across three bands. These prices apply to all NHS dental practices in Reading 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 5 NHS dental practices in Reading 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 Reading

9 NHS dental practices

5 accepting adults

9 accepting children

5 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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