NHS dentists in East Lothian

9 NHS dental practices listed. The NHS “accepting new patients” flag isn't published in the Scotland open data, so call practices directly to check.

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9
NHS dental practices
The “accepting new patients” status isn't published in the Scotland open data. Call each practice to check, or report what they told you to help others.

Dentists in East Lothian

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Longniddry, EH32 0NF

Adults: Status unknownChildren: Status unknown
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NHS dentist shortage in East Lothian

Like most of the UK, East Lothian has been affected by the ongoing NHS dentist crisis. Of the 9 NHS practices listed, we can't say how many are accepting new patients, because that status isn't published in the Scotland open data. Call practices directly to check. See how this compares nationally in our State of NHS Dentistry report, or the hardest areas to find an NHS dentist.

In NHS Lothian, 62% of patients registered with an NHS dentist were seen in the last 2 years (Scotland: 62%). Adults 58%, children 85%. Source: Public Health Scotland, dental registration and participation as at 31 March 2026, by the patient's home area (Open Government Licence).

Status changes frequently. If you find a surgery's information is out of date, please submit a report to help others.

NHS dentists in East Lothian: your questions

How do I find an NHS dentist accepting new patients in East Lothian?
The list on this page shows NHS dental practices in East Lothian, with those currently accepting new NHS patients shown first. It is updated daily from official NHS data and supplemented by patient reports. You can also search by your exact postcode, or set a free alert to be told the moment a chosen practice starts accepting.
What should I do if no NHS dentist in East Lothian is accepting new patients?
Availability changes often, so check back and set a free alert. Widen your search to neighbouring areas, because a practice a little further out may be taking patients. If you have dental pain or an urgent problem and cannot get an appointment, call NHS 111 for help finding urgent care.
How much does an NHS dentist cost?
In England, NHS dental treatment is charged in three set bands: Band 1 for a check-up, Band 2 for fillings or extractions, and Band 3 for crowns, dentures and bridges, and the price is the same at any NHS dentist. Some people qualify for free NHS dental care. See our NHS dental charges guide for the current amounts.
How up to date is this NHS dentist list?
Listings sync daily from the NHS Directory of Healthcare Services and are supplemented by reports from patients, and each practice shows when it was last checked. Availability can still change between updates, so it is always worth confirming directly with the practice.