Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel is an NHS dental practice located at 8 Thomas Street, South Shields, Tyne And Wear in Tyne And Wear. CQC inspection data is not currently available for this practice. Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel is currently accepting new NHS patients. Contact the practice directly to register.
Location & Alternatives
Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel is located in TYNE AND WEAR. There are 5 other NHS dental practices within a short distance, giving patients in the area a good range of options to choose from. Of the 5 practices nearby, 5 are currently accepting new NHS patients.
How to Register
To register with Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel, you can contact the practice directly by phone. Unlike GP surgeries, NHS dental practices do not have geographical catchment areas, so you can register with any practice that has availability — you do not need to live nearby. When you first visit, bring a form of ID and any relevant medical history. Your first appointment will usually be a check-up and assessment (Band 1), during which the dentist will examine your teeth and discuss any treatment needed.
NHS Dental Costs
NHS dental treatment in England uses a simple three-band pricing system. Band 1 covers examinations, diagnosis, and preventive care such as scale and polish, and costs £27.40. Band 2 includes everything in Band 1 plus additional treatment such as fillings, root canal treatment, and extractions, at a cost of £75.30. Band 3 covers more complex work including crowns, dentures, and bridges, costing £326.70. Orthodontic treatment (braces) is also available at this practice. NHS orthodontic treatment for under-18s is free if clinically necessary; for adults, the cost is a Band 3 charge of £326.70. Many groups are entitled to free NHS dental treatment, including children under 18, those under 19 in full-time education, pregnant women, new mothers (within 12 months of birth), and people receiving certain benefits such as Universal Credit, Income Support, or Pension Credit. If you are unsure whether you qualify, ask the practice or check the NHS website.
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Treatments Offered
✓Check-ups
✓Fillings, crowns & bridges
✓Root canal treatment
✓Scale & polish
✓Tooth extraction
✓Gum disease treatment
✓Braces & orthodontics
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel accepting new NHS patients?
Yes, Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel is currently accepting new NHS patients. You can register by calling the practice directly or visiting in person.
How much does treatment cost at Wearside Orthodontic Centre (South Shiel?
NHS dental charges are the same at all practices in England: Band 1 (check-up) £27.40, Band 2 (fillings, extractions) £75.30, Band 3 (crowns, dentures) £326.70. Some patients qualify for free treatment.