Finding a dentist in Dublin 17 is easier with the official Department of Social Protection directory. The published list identifies participating dentists in the area, including practices in Priorswood and Coolock, while also clarifying that medical card dental providers are covered under a separate Health Service Executive (HSE) scheme.
Dentists Dublin 17 listed by the Department of Social Protection
The directory was originally published on 13 June 2019 and most recently updated on 2 October 2026. It provides the dentist’s name, practice address, telephone number and panel number for Dublin 17 residents seeking information about available services.
- Ahmad, Lowsan — Smiles Dental, Clonshaugh Avenue, Priorswood Road, Priorswood. Phone: 01-8470305. Panel: D12599.
- Hameed, Fareena — Smiles Dental, Clonshaugh Avenue, Priorswood Road, Priorswood. Phone: 01-8470305. Panel: D08775.
- Hatherell, Andrew — Northside Dental Surgery, Northside Shopping Centre, Coolock. Phone: 01-8476754. Panel: D00408.
- Jordanov, Dimche — Smiles Dental, Clonshaugh Avenue, Priorswood Road, Priorswood. Phone: 01-8470305. Panel: D08824.
- Mooney, Brian — Northside Dental Surgery, Northside Shopping Centre, Coolock. Phone: 01-8476754. Panel: D02363.
- Toiu, Natalia — Smiles Dental, Clonshaugh Avenue, Priorswood Road, Priorswood. Phone: 01-8470305. Panel: D11701.
- Zafar, Ahmed — Smiles Dental, Clonshaugh Avenue, Priorswood Road, Priorswood. Phone: 01-8470305. Panel: D12727.
What residents should know before contacting a dentist
The Department of Social Protection notice includes an important eligibility clarification: this directory does not include dentists providing services under the medical card scheme. Medical card dental services are administered separately by the HSE, so patients should contact the HSE or their local health office for current information about eligibility, providers and appointments.
Before attending, patients should confirm opening hours, appointment availability, accepted schemes and any treatment costs directly with the practice. Panel numbers are included for administrative reference and should not be treated as confirmation of a particular appointment or entitlement.
Useful checks for patients
- Call the practice using the number listed in the official directory.
- Ask whether the required treatment is available.
- Confirm whether the service applies to your scheme or payment arrangement.
- Seek urgent medical advice for serious swelling, trauma or breathing difficulties.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this list cover medical card dentists?
No. The publication states that medical card scheme providers are not included. The HSE operates that separate scheme.
Where are the listed practices located?
The listed dentists are based at Smiles Dental in Priorswood and Northside Dental Surgery in Coolock.
Was the list recently updated?
The source publication records 2 October 2026 as its latest update date.
The key takeaway is to use the official Dublin 17 dentist directory as a starting point, then contact the practice directly and check with the HSE if your query concerns medical card dental services.
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