How do I register with an NHS dentist in York?

To register with an NHS dentist in York, 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 York?

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

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 York Accepting New Patients (10)

Dentists found

4.4/5

Average rating

£85

Average check-up price

£96

Average hygienist price

2k+

Reviews analysed

10 dentists

Boroughbridge Dental Centre

★★★★★ 5.0 (376 reviews)

Wetherby Road, Boroughbridge, York YO51 9HS, YO51 9HS

Private NHS

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Check-up

£85

Hygienist

£79

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle hygienist
Great with children
Pain-free treatment

376 reviews

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York Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (183 reviews)

1, Pioneer Business Park, Amy Johnson Way, York YO30 4TN, YO30 4TN

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

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Check-up

£75

Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle hygienist
Clear communication
Professional care

183 reviews

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Ainsty Dental & Implant Clinic

★★★★★ 4.8 (12 reviews)

177 Boroughbridge Rd, Acomb, York YO26 6AR, YO26 6AR

Private NHS

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£105

Hygienist

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12 reviews

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Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Market Weighton)

★★★★★ 4.7 (602 reviews)

4-6 Southgate, Market Weighton, York YO43 3AG, YO43 3AG

Private NHS

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentists
Good communication
Clean clinic

Worth knowing

Cancelled appointments
Reception rudeness
No continuity of care

602 reviews

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Blossom Family Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.7 (574 reviews)

25 Blossom St, York YO24 1AQ, YO24 1AQ

Private NHS

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Check-up

£73

Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Gentle and caring staff
Great with nervous patients
Clear explanations
Friendly reception

574 reviews

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Perfect Smile Clinic

★★★★☆ 4.4 (263 reviews)

175 Boroughbridge Rd, Acomb, York YO26 6AR, YO26 6AR

Private NHS

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mydentist, Aldwark, York

★★★★☆ 4.4 (149 reviews)

60-62 Aldwark, York YO1 7BU, YO1 7BU

Private NHS

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Red Lea Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (40 reviews)

1-2 The Crescent/Market Pl, York YO61 3AD, YO61 3AD

Private NHS

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My Dentist

★★★★☆ 3.8 (13 reviews)

Pioneer Business Park, 1 Amy Johnson Way, York YO30 4TN, YO30 4TN

Private NHS

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mydentist, Burnby Lane, Pocklington

★★★★☆ 3.5 (13 reviews)

3 Burnby Ln, Pocklington, York YO42 2QB, YO42 2QB

Private NHS

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Boroughbridge Dental Centre

★★★★★ 5.0 (376 reviews)

Wetherby Road, Boroughbridge, York YO51 9HS, YO51 9HS

Opens tomorrow 8am

£85 View Details

York Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (183 reviews)

1, Pioneer Business Park, Amy Johnson Way, York YO30 4TN, YO30 4TN

Open until 5:30pm

£75 View Details

NHS Limited

Ainsty Dental & Implant Clinic

★★★★★ 4.8 (12 reviews)

177 Boroughbridge Rd, Acomb, York YO26 6AR, YO26 6AR

Opens tomorrow 9am

£2143 View Details

NHS Limited

Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Market Weighton)

★★★★★ 4.7 (602 reviews)

4-6 Southgate, Market Weighton, York YO43 3AG, YO43 3AG

Open until 8pm

£2100 View Details

NHS Limited

Blossom Family Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.7 (574 reviews)

25 Blossom St, York YO24 1AQ, YO24 1AQ

Opens tomorrow 8:15am

£73 View Details

NHS Limited

Perfect Smile Clinic

★★★★☆ 4.4 (263 reviews)

175 Boroughbridge Rd, Acomb, York YO26 6AR, YO26 6AR

Open until 8pm

View Details

NHS Limited

mydentist, Aldwark, York

★★★★☆ 4.4 (149 reviews)

60-62 Aldwark, York YO1 7BU, YO1 7BU

Open until 7pm

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NHS Limited

Red Lea Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (40 reviews)

1-2 The Crescent/Market Pl, York YO61 3AD, YO61 3AD

Opens tomorrow 9am

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NHS Limited

My Dentist

★★★★☆ 3.8 (13 reviews)

Pioneer Business Park, 1 Amy Johnson Way, York YO30 4TN, YO30 4TN

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mydentist, Burnby Lane, Pocklington

★★★★☆ 3.5 (13 reviews)

3 Burnby Ln, Pocklington, York YO42 2QB, YO42 2QB

Opens tomorrow 9am

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Dentists found

4.4/5

Average rating

£85

Average check-up price

£96

Average hygienist price

2k+

Reviews analysed

10 dentists nearby

Boroughbridge Dental Centre

★★★★★ 5.0 (376 reviews)

Wetherby Road, Boroughbridge, York YO51 9HS, YO51 9HS

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

£85

Hygienist

£79

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle hygienist
Great with children
Pain-free treatment

376 reviews

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York Dental Practice

★★★★★ 4.9 (183 reviews)

1, Pioneer Business Park, Amy Johnson Way, York YO30 4TN, YO30 4TN

Private NHS Invisalign Provider

Prices from

Check-up

£75

Hygienist

—

Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle hygienist
Clear communication
Professional care

183 reviews

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Ainsty Dental & Implant Clinic

★★★★★ 4.8 (12 reviews)

177 Boroughbridge Rd, Acomb, York YO26 6AR, YO26 6AR

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

£105

Hygienist

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12 reviews

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Genix Healthcare Dental Clinic (Market Weighton)

★★★★★ 4.7 (602 reviews)

4-6 Southgate, Market Weighton, York YO43 3AG, YO43 3AG

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

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Hygienist

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Patients say

Likes most

Friendly staff
Gentle dentists
Good communication
Clean clinic

Worth knowing

Cancelled appointments
Reception rudeness
No continuity of care

602 reviews

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Blossom Family Dental Care

★★★★★ 4.7 (574 reviews)

25 Blossom St, York YO24 1AQ, YO24 1AQ

Private NHS

Prices from

Check-up

£73

Hygienist

—

Patients say

Likes most

Gentle and caring staff
Great with nervous patients
Clear explanations
Friendly reception

574 reviews

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Perfect Smile Clinic

★★★★☆ 4.4 (263 reviews)

175 Boroughbridge Rd, Acomb, York YO26 6AR, YO26 6AR

Private NHS

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Hygienist

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263 reviews

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mydentist, Aldwark, York

★★★★☆ 4.4 (149 reviews)

60-62 Aldwark, York YO1 7BU, YO1 7BU

Private NHS

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Hygienist

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149 reviews

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Red Lea Dental Practice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (40 reviews)

1-2 The Crescent/Market Pl, York YO61 3AD, YO61 3AD

Private NHS

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40 reviews

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My Dentist

★★★★☆ 3.8 (13 reviews)

Pioneer Business Park, 1 Amy Johnson Way, York YO30 4TN, YO30 4TN

Private NHS

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13 reviews

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mydentist, Burnby Lane, Pocklington

★★★★☆ 3.5 (13 reviews)

3 Burnby Ln, Pocklington, York YO42 2QB, YO42 2QB

Private NHS

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13 reviews

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View all 51 dentists in York

10 dental practices in York (of 51) are currently listed as accepting new NHS patients — 2 taking adults and 10 taking children.

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

NHS dental charges in York

NHS dental treatment in England is charged at fixed rates across three bands. These prices apply to all NHS dental practices in York 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 3 NHS dental practices in York 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 York

10 NHS dental practices

2 accepting adults

10 accepting children

3 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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