NHS dentist availability in West Midlands

275 of 390 NHS practices in West Midlands are currently accepting new patients (71% · Good): 234 take adults and 275 take children.

Updated November 2026 · live NHS data, supplemented by patient reports.

390
Total practices
234
Accepting adults
275
Accepting children

Availability by postcode area

Tap a district to see every practice and its live status.

Practices accepting new patients in West Midlands

A sample of surgeries flagged as accepting. Always confirm before travelling.

NHS dentists in West Midlands: your questions

How many NHS dentists in West Midlands are accepting new patients?
As of November 2026, 275 of 390 NHS dental practices in West Midlands (71%) are listed as accepting new NHS patients. This is updated daily from NHS data and patient reports.
How do I find an NHS dentist taking new patients in West Midlands?
Enter your postcode on finddentist.co.uk to see the closest practices and their live status, or use the postcode-area breakdown on this page. Always phone the surgery to confirm before travelling.
What if no NHS dentists near me in West Midlands are accepting?
Set up a free email alert and we'll notify you the moment a local practice opens its list. You can also check neighbouring counties or ask a practice to add you to its waiting list.
Is the NHS dentist data for West Midlands free to use?
Yes. finddentist.co.uk is completely free for patients, with no account and no card required. We are an independent site and not affiliated with the NHS.

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