Whickham Dental Practice
Dental practice · Whickham
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Whickham Dental Practice is a dental practice in Whickham, Gateshead, run by Mr Andrew James Dixon. See its opening times, phone number, whether it offers NHS treatment and how to get there.
At a glance
- Type
- Dental practice
- Opening times
- Monday to Friday 9:30am to 4pm; Saturday and Sunday closed (see Opening times for bank holidays)
- New NHS patients
- Not taking new NHS patients at the moment (see Dental treatment)
- Address
- 26 Front Street, Whickham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE16 4DT
- Telephone
- 0191 488 7826
- Provider
- Mr Andrew James Dixon
- Information checked
- 16 October 2026
Urgent help
If you need urgent dental care and cannot contact a dentist, use NHS 111 online or call 111. Go to A&E for serious injury, heavy bleeding or swelling that affects your breathing or swallowing.
Opening times
Opening days and times
Show as a table
| Days | Opening times |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 9:30am to 4pm |
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
Opening times may be different on bank holidays. Check with the practice before you travel.
Source: NHS website profile for this practice, opening times last confirmed by the practice on 24 September 2026.
Appointments and access
Contact the practice to book or to ask about appointments.
Contact
Main telephone
Telephone: 0191 488 7826
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Location and travel
Address and map
Whickham Dental Practice
26 Front Street
Whickham
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE16 4DT
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Public transport and parking
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
Source: NHS website (nhs.uk) profile for this practice. Facilities last updated on the NHS website on 24 September 2026.
Getting here by public transport
There is no station within 1 km. The nearest station is:
- Metrocentre about 26 minutes' walkNational Rail
Nearest bus stop: Front Street - Rectory Lane, Front Street, about 1 minute's walk.
Public transport directions (opens Google Maps)
Walking times are estimates from the straight-line distance to the dentist. Stations and bus stops are from the National Public Transport Access Nodes (NaPTAN), Department for Transport, 26 October 2026. NaPTAN does not list which routes call at each stop: check the operator or a journey planner before you travel, especially if you need step-free access. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible toilets
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
Other facilities
- Free public WiFi
Source: NHS website (nhs.uk) profile for this practice. Facilities last updated on the NHS website on 24 September 2026.
About this dental practice
| Provider | Mr Andrew James Dixon |
|---|---|
| Type | Dental practice |
| NHS or private | Provides NHS services under contract |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| NHS organisation code | V01623 |
| CQC location ID | 1-3835295578 |
Official website: Whickham Dental Practice website
Dental treatment
New NHS patients
The practice says on the NHS website that it is not taking new NHS patients at the moment.
This changes often. Contact the practice to check before you go.
Source: NHS website (nhs.uk) page for this practice. Updated on the NHS website on 24 September 2026. Checked on 26 October 2026.
Ask the practice about private treatment and fees.
Regulation and quality
Dental practices in England must register with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). CQC inspects dental practices but does not give them ratings, so there is no rating to show here. CQC last inspected this practice on 25 March 2024.
Read the CQC record for Whickham Dental Practice
Frequently asked questions
When is Whickham Dental Practice open?
See the opening times table on this page. The hours do not include bank holidays.
What is the telephone number for Whickham Dental Practice?
Telephone: 0191 488 7826.
Is Whickham Dental Practice taking new NHS patients?
Not taking new NHS patients at the moment. This is from the practice's NHS website information updated on 24 September 2026. It changes often, so contact the practice to check.
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