Dental Smiles Flagstaff is an NHS dental practice located at 1 Flagstaff Road, Colchester in Colchester. CQC inspection data is not currently available for this practice. The current NHS patient acceptance status of Dental Smiles Flagstaff has not been recently confirmed. We recommend contacting the practice directly to check availability.
Location & Alternatives
Dental Smiles Flagstaff is located in Colchester. 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
The NHS patient acceptance status of Dental Smiles Flagstaff has not been recently confirmed. We recommend contacting the practice directly to ask whether they are taking on new NHS patients. When contacting a dental practice, ask specifically about NHS availability — some practices offer both NHS and private treatment, and the waiting lists may differ.
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. 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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Complete registration forms
Fill in the registration form. You may need your NHS number and medical history.
Your rights
You don't need to live in a catchment area to register. You can register with any NHS practice accepting new patients. Learn about NHS dental charges →
Dental Health in Colchester
Data period: 2023/24
12.4%
Tooth decay (age 5)
Children with experience of tooth decay
N/A
Dental access rate
Population who visited a dentist in the last 24 months
N/A
Hospital admissions
Rate per 100,000 population for dental conditions
Some indicators are not available for this area
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dental Smiles Flagstaff accepting new NHS patients?
The current acceptance status of Dental Smiles Flagstaff is not confirmed. Contact the practice directly for the most up-to-date information.
How much does treatment cost at Dental Smiles Flagstaff?
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.
Are there other NHS dentists near Dental Smiles Flagstaff?
Yes, you can view all NHS dental practices in Colchester on our Colchester dentist directory. Unlike GPs, NHS dentists don't have catchment areas — you can register with any practice accepting patients.