NHS dentists in Colchester
Which dental practices in Colchester hold an NHS contract, evidenced by the activity they reported to the NHS Business Services Authority — not by what they say in their advertising.
- 23
- With NHS activity
- 55
- Practices listed
- £27.90
- NHS Band 1 charge
- 25,520
- UDAs delivered, March 2026
NHS dental practices in Colchester — compared
Ordered by reported NHS activity, highest first. UDAs (Units of Dental Activity) are the NHS's own measure of contracted work delivered — a rough proxy for how much NHS treatment a practice takes on.
| Practice | Area | Registration | NHS activity (UDAs, March 2026) | New NHS patients | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Dental Care Prettygate | Colchester · CO3 4EQ | CQC 1-194971906 | 3,474 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206577664 |
| The Smile Clinic, Mill Road, Mile End | Colchester · CO4 5LJ | CQC 1-187618410 | 2,649 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206851448 |
| Oracle Dental Group - Bromley Road Dental Surgery | Colchester · CO4 3JE | CQC 1-10512305465 | 2,105 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206870678 |
| Manor Parade Dental and Cosmetic Clinic | Colchester · CO7 0UD | CQC 1-22158195046 | 2,009 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206305080 |
| Bupa - Ipswich Road, Colchester | Colchester · CO4 0ET | CQC 1-189837650 | 1,723 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206844242 |
| Tiptree Dental Surgery | Colchester · CO5 0HB | CQC 1-4375252449 | 1,538 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | — |
| North Hill Dental | Colchester · CO1 1PY | CQC 1-19829923204 | 1,472 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206577912 |
| Great Horkesley Dental Studio | Colchester · CO6 4EE | CQC 1-6482649732 | 1,291 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206271192 |
| Mile End Dental Clinic | Colchester · CO4 5EG | CQC 1-187430918 | 1,228 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206848071 |
| Zen Clinic Limited | Colchester · CO3 8NZ | CQC 1-229805625 | 1,207 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206762417 |
| Together Dental Colchester (Country Park) | Colchester · CO4 9SR | CQC 1-187637748 | 1,199 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206751175 |
| Mid Essex Dental | Colchester · CO5 9JT | CQC 1-194304179 | 1,131 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01376573777 |
| Layer Road Partnership | Colchester · CO2 9LA | CQC 1-12087780950 | 969 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206577912 |
| West Mersea Dental Practice | Colchester · CO5 8RA | CQC 1-5523249203 | 681 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | — |
| Wivenhoe Dental Practice | Colchester · CO7 9PP | CQC 1-187941112 | 671 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206825950 |
| Optident Dental Clinic | Colchester · CO2 7AD | CQC 1-3309517062 | 588 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206544156 |
| The Smile Clinic Colchester Town | Colchester · CO2 7EA | CQC 1-187618393 | 575 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206767471 |
| Together Dental Colchester (St Botolph's Street) | Colchester · CO2 7DU | CQC 1-189820023 | 452 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206369701 |
| Straight Road Dental Practice Limited | Colchester · CO3 9DJ | CQC 1-189368443 | 229 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206769695 |
| North Hill Surgery Limited | Colchester · CO1 1PX | CQC 1-220668939 | 90 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206560318 |
| The Dental Studio | Colchester · CO4 5AS | CQC 1-7274058569 | 87 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206845891 |
| The Avenue DP Ltd | Colchester · CO3 3PA | CQC 1-439761451 | 87 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206577696 |
| Dentoworld Limited | Colchester · CO1 2QX | CQC 1-9717247517 | 64 | Ask / confirm on nhs.uk | 01206865540 |
Ratings and rankings are our editorial opinion, based on our published methodology — they are not dental advice and practices cannot pay to change a score. Where a practice has no reviews we show "Not yet rated" — we never invent scores. Listings labelled Featured or Referral partner are paid placements; payment affects visibility only, never ratings or match results. We may receive a fee when you send a private-treatment enquiry. Private treatment prices are indicative — always confirm directly with the practice.
What you pay for NHS dentistry in Colchester
NHS dental charges are fixed nationally in England — Band 1 £27.90, Band 2 £76.60, Band 3 £332.10 at every NHS practice. These are national rates — they are identical at every NHS practice in Colchester and everywhere else, so there is no reason to compare NHS practices on price. You pay one charge per course of treatment, not per item, and only private treatment prices differ between practices.
Work out your NHS band chargeCheck if you qualify for free NHS care
If no Colchester practice is taking NHS patients
There is no catchment area for NHS dentistry — you can register at any practice that will take you. These nearby places also have practices with NHS activity on record.
NHS dentists in Colchester — FAQ
How many NHS dentists are there in Colchester?
We list 55 dental practices in Colchester, of which 23 show NHS contract activity in the most recent NHSBSA open data (March 2026). That figure comes from practices' own FP17 submissions, so it evidences an NHS contract rather than a marketing claim. It does not tell you whether a practice is currently taking on new NHS patients.
Are NHS dental charges different at different practices in Colchester?
No. NHS dental charges are fixed nationally in England — Band 1 £27.90, Band 2 £76.60, Band 3 £332.10 at every NHS practice. A practice cannot charge more or less than the national rate for NHS work, and you pay one charge per course of treatment rather than per item. Only private treatment prices vary between practices.
What do I do if no Colchester practice is taking new NHS patients?
NHS dental lists open and close constantly, so ask to be told when one opens and check nhs.uk, which is the authoritative source for who is accepting patients. It is also worth trying nearby Ipswich, Chelmsford, Cambridge — you can register anywhere, as there is no catchment area for NHS dentistry. If you are in pain, call NHS 111 for urgent dental care, charged at the £27.90 urgent rate or free if you are exempt.
Compare every dentist in Colchester
NHS and private, side by side — treatments, indicative prices and registration.