I recognise that access to NHS dentists remains an issue for my constituents, a situation compounded by the pandemic and a shortage in dental workforce across the UK. The Government has recently taken a number of steps to encourage dentists to take on more NHS work and made it easier for overseas dentists to come and work in the UK. Government has also requested that dental practices take steps to update their online listings to identify if they are taking on NHS patients.

To assist constituents, I have updated the contact points and resources to help you find a dentist. Constituents are not tied to a geographical area for dental treatment and can access NHS treatment out of area if convenient.

I remain committed to highlighting Norwich's dental issues to Parliament to try to secure as much help and support for constituents as possible.
 

Online

NHS Find a Dentist website: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/dentists/how-to-find-an-nhs-dentist/

​**New ** The NHS website now displays if practices are taking on new patients or accepting referrals.

Telephone

NHS 111 tel: 111

NHS England's Customer Contact Centre on 0300 311 2233

For information on dental services across Norfolk, please refer to Healthwatch Norfolk on:

https://healthwatchnorfolk.co.uk

https://healthwatchnorfolk.co.uk/information-and-advice/information-and-advice-services/dental/

Phone: 0808 168 9669 or 01953 856029  (phonelines are open Monday to Friday: 10am – 4pm)

Email: enquiries@healthwatchnorfolk.co.uk

Dental emergency and out-of-hours care