Emergency dentist in the North of England
How to get urgent dental care on the NHS, and what private emergency appointments cost at the clinics we compare.
Urgent NHS dental care
Contact your own dentist first if you have one. The North East also has NHS urgent dental access centres you can book online. Out of hours, or if you can't get seen, call NHS 111 or use 111.nhs.uk. NHS urgent care costs £27.90 in England.
When to go to A&E or call 999
NHS guidance is to go to A&E or call 999 for serious injuries to the face, mouth, jaw or teeth, heavy bleeding from the mouth that won't stop, severe swelling of the mouth, lips, throat or neck that makes it hard to breathe or open your eyes, or a head or face injury that causes fainting, vomiting or double vision. Read the NHS guidance.
Private emergency appointment prices by area
Published prices for a private emergency appointment. This usually covers the assessment only, and any treatment is charged on top.
| Area | From | Typical | Clinics with a price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle | £45 | £88 | 22 | |
| Gateshead | £70.50 | £100 | 9 | |
| Sunderland | £60 | £99 | 9 | |
| North Tyneside | £75 | £99 | 9 | |
| South Tyneside | £55 | £88 | 8 | |
| Washington | £75 | £75 | 1 | |
| Durham | £43 | £95 | 15 | |
| Consett | £60 | £60 | 1 | |
| Peterlee | £79 | £79 | 1 | |
| Bishop Auckland | £110 | £129 | 4 | |
| Darlington | £75 | £79 | 3 | |
| Middlesbrough | £59 | £74 | 4 | |
| Stockton-on-Tees | £55 | £72 | 4 | |
| Hartlepool | £85 | £85 | 1 | |
| York | £50 | £75 | 16 | |
| Northallerton | £40 | £100 | 5 | |
| Ripon | £93 | £93 | 1 |
"Typical" is the middle (median) published price. Prices from clinics' published information, last checked August 2026. Always confirm with the clinic.
No published emergency prices yet for: Redcar.
Frequently asked questions
How do I see an emergency dentist on the NHS?+
If you have a dentist, contact them first and ask for an urgent appointment. In the North East, the NHS also runs urgent dental access centres that you can book online, and you can use any centre, not just your nearest. If you can't get an urgent appointment, or it's out of hours, call NHS 111 or use 111.nhs.uk. NHS urgent dental care in England costs £27.90.
When should I go to A&E instead?+
NHS guidance is to go to A&E or call 999 for serious injuries to the face, mouth, jaw or teeth, heavy bleeding from the mouth that won't stop, severe swelling of the mouth, lips, throat or neck that makes it hard to breathe or open your eyes, or a head or face injury that causes fainting, vomiting or double vision. If you're not sure, call 111.
How much does a private emergency dental appointment cost?+
Published private emergency appointment prices at the 113 clinics we list start from £40. The table on this page shows the lowest and typical published price in each town. Further treatment is usually charged separately, so confirm costs with the clinic.
Can I see a private dentist for an emergency if I'm not their patient?+
Many private practices offer emergency appointments to non-registered patients. Availability varies by day, so phone the clinic directly to ask.
NHS charges in England, effective 1 April 2026. Source: NHS.uk. Last checked 12 October 2026. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland charge differently.
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