Dentist Near Kidderminster

Kingfisher Dental Clinic Near Kidderminster

Welcome to Kingfisher Dental, an established NHS and private dental practice in Redditch, around 30 minute drive from Kidderminster. We are currently accepting new NHS patients, and we are happy to welcome patients travelling from Kidderminster and the wider Wyre Forest area.

When it comes to your smile, we know the importance of choosing a team you can rely on for expertise and care. Our dental clinic is dedicated to delivering expert dental care services, helping you achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile with complete peace of mind.

Whether you are looking for an NHS dentist for routine check-ups, urgent help with toothache, or private treatments such as dental implants, composite bonding and teeth whitening, our skilled team is here to provide a seamless and professional experience worth travelling for.

Address: 272 Evesham Road, Headless Cross, Redditch B97 5EP

Phone: 01527 550995

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5:30 pm, Friday 9 am to 5 pm

NHS patients: Now accepting new registrations

New NHS Patients from Kidderminster Welcome

If you have been trying to find an NHS dentist in Kidderminster, you will know how difficult it can be. When we checked the NHS Find a Dentist service in October 2026, many practices in Kidderminster were not accepting new adult NHS patients, and some were only taking on children. For many families, that has meant long waits, or going without regular check-ups altogether.

At Kingfisher Dental, our doors are open. We are currently accepting new NHS patients, and there are no catchment areas for NHS dentists in England, so you are free to register with us even though you live in Kidderminster. For many of our patients, a short drive is a small price to pay for a dentist they can rely on for years to come.

How to Register as an NHS Patient

1. Complete the short form on our contact page or call us on 01527 550995.
2. Let us know you are travelling from Kidderminster, and our reception team will confirm your registration and talk you through appointment times that suit you.
3. On the day, bring a list of any medication you take and, if you are entitled to free treatment, proof of your exemption.

Your first visit is a thorough new patient examination. Your dentist will assess your teeth, gums and overall oral health, answer your questions, and agree a clear plan for any treatment you need, with costs explained before anything begins.

Expert Care You Can Rely On, Near Kidderminster

At Kingfisher Dental, our team is made up of experienced dentistsz who are passionate about modern dentistry and patient-centred care. We understand that choosing a dentist outside your own town requires a high level of trust, which is why we take the time to understand your needs and create a personalised treatment plan focused on comfort, quality and safety.

Our Dental Services

As a mixed NHS and private practice, we offer a broad range of treatment under one roof, so patients travelling from Kidderminster can have their routine and more complex care with the same team:

• Check-Ups and Hygiene: Thorough adult examinations, relaxed children's check-ups, and hygienist appointments including a routine scale and polish and a more thorough deep clean for gums that need extra care.
• Cosmetic Dentistry: Our cosmetic treatments, including veneer crowns and composite bonding, are designed to enhance the look of your smile using high-quality materials and modern techniques.
• Restorative Dentistry: From Emax, Zirconia and PFM white crowns to root canal treatment, our restorative care rebuilds and preserves your teeth with precision. Root canal care starts with a root canal consultation with Dr Joshi, who has a special interest in endodontics.
• Dental Implants: If you need to replace a missing tooth, our implant consultation with Dr Joshi is the first step towards a fixed, long-lasting solution that restores both the function and appearance of your smile.
• Clear Aligners: Straighten your smile discreetly with clear aligners, a more comfortable alternative to traditional braces. A clear aligner consultation will show you what is achievable.
• Teeth Whitening: For a brighter, more radiant smile, our professional teeth whitening service is safe and effective, carried out under dental supervision.
• Extractions and Dentures: When a tooth cannot be saved, we offer comfortable tooth extractions, along with full and partial dentures.

Teeth Whitening and Cosmetic Dentistry

Many Kidderminster patients come to us for cosmetic treatment alongside their routine care. Professional teeth whitening safely lifts years of staining from tea, coffee and everyday life, with results that shop-bought kits cannot match. For chips, small gaps or uneven edges, composite bonding can reshape your teeth in a single visit, without removing healthy tooth structure. Your dentist will talk you through the options that suit your smile and your budget.

Emergency Dentists near Kidderminster for Immediate Attention

If you experience sudden dental pain or trauma, our practice offers emergency dental appointments to address urgent issues promptly. We keep time aside every day for urgent cases such as severe toothache, swelling, a broken tooth or a lost crown, and we will do everything we can to see you the same day.

Call us on 01527 550995 as soon as we open and tell our team you are travelling from Kidderminster, so we can find you the soonest appointment that allows for your journey. Please contact us for current emergency appointment fees. If you are on one of our membership plans, emergency appointments are included in your plan.

If you are unsure whether your problem is urgent, our guide to what counts as a dental emergency explains what needs same-day care and what can safely wait. When we are closed, call NHS 111 for urgent dental advice. If you have facial swelling affecting your breathing, swallowing or eye, call 999 or go to A&E straight away.

Flexible Dental Membership Plans for You

To make high-quality dental care accessible year-round, we offer flexible dental membership plans. These plans allow you to maintain your dental health with ease, spreading the cost over time and ensuring you are covered for regular dental check-ups and preventative care.

Getting to Kingfisher Dental from Kidderminster

Our practice is on Evesham Road in Headless Cross, just south of Redditch town centre. From Kidderminster, the quickest route is to follow the A448 east through Bromsgrove, then continue along the Bromsgrove Highway into Redditch. The journey is 16.8 miles and takes around 35 minutes in normal traffic.

If the A448 is busy, an alternative route via Droitwich Spa and the A442 takes around 44 minutes. Whichever way you come, we recommend allowing a little extra time for traffic around Bromsgrove at peak times, and calling us if you are running late.

Why Kidderminster Patients Choose Kingfisher Dental

• Open to new NHS patients: at a time when NHS places in Kidderminster are hard to find, we are welcoming new registrations.
• NHS and private dental care under one roof: choose the right option for each treatment, with honest advice and clear pricing.
• Advanced treatment with Dr Joshi: special interests in root canal and implant treatment mean complex care can stay with the team that already knows you.

You can get to know the dentists, hygienists and support staff who will look after you on our team page.

Book Your Dentist Appointment Near Kidderminster

For further information or to book an appointment with our skilled team, please contact our dentists near Kidderminster or call 01527 550995. Whether you are registering as a new NHS patient, booking an overdue check-up or exploring a specific treatment, we are here to provide you with the reliable, trusted dental care you deserve.

Kidderminster Dentist FAQs

Are there any dentists in Kidderminster taking on NHS patients?

NHS availability in Kidderminster changes regularly, and many local practices have not been accepting new adult NHS patients. You can check the latest status on the NHS Find a Dentist service. Kingfisher Dental in Redditch is currently accepting new NHS patients and is around 35 minutes' drive from Kidderminster.

Can I register with an NHS dentist outside Kidderminster?

Yes. There are no catchment areas for NHS dentists in England, so you can register with any practice that has space for new NHS patients, including Kingfisher Dental in Redditch.

How far is Kingfisher Dental from Kidderminster?

Our practice at 272 Evesham Road, Redditch B97 5EP is 16.8 miles from Kidderminster, around 35 minutes by car via the A448 and Bromsgrove.

How much does an NHS dental check-up cost?

An NHS check-up in England costs £27.90 (Band 1). This includes your examination, any X-rays you need, preventative advice, and a scale and polish where clinically necessary.

Can I see an emergency dentist if I live in Kidderminster?

Yes. Call Kingfisher Dental on 01527 550995 as soon as we open and we will do our best to see you the same day. Please contact us for current emergency appointment fees. Outside opening hours, call NHS 111 for urgent dental advice.

Can I go to A&E with tooth pain?

A&E departments generally cannot provide dental treatment, so for toothache you should contact a dentist or call NHS 111. Go to A&E or call 999 if you have facial swelling affecting your breathing, swallowing or eye, heavy bleeding that will not stop, or a serious facial injury.

Do you see children on the NHS?

Yes. NHS dental treatment is free for children under 18, and our team takes a calm, gentle approach to help younger patients feel at ease.

Do you offer dental implants to Kidderminster patients?

Yes. Your treatment starts with an implant consultation with Dr Joshi, who has a special interest in implant dentistry. Implants are a private treatment, and you will receive a full, itemised price before any work begins.

Please note that our dental practice is located in Redditch, around 36 minutes' drive from Kidderminster.