Finding a suitable dentist in County Louth is easier with the official list of dentists published through gov.ie. The directory covers practices and dental professionals in Ardee, Blackrock, Drogheda, Dundalk and Dunleer, while also clarifying an important distinction about medical card dental services.
Louth dentists listed by town
The Department of Social Protection publication provides contact details, practice addresses and panel numbers for dentists across County Louth. Residents can use the directory as a starting point when looking for a local dental practice, although they should contact the surgery directly to confirm availability, services and appointment arrangements.
Ardee and Blackrock
Ardee entries include dentists based at Ardee Dental on John Street and KMcG Dental Surgery on Jervis Street. In Blackrock, the list includes professionals working from Blackrock Dental Surgery in the Village Centre on Main Street, as well as a separate listing for Blackrock Dental Surgery on the same street.
Drogheda
The Drogheda section includes dentists connected with practices on Fair Street, Dyer Street, West Street, Crosslanes and Dublin Road. Listed providers include Drogheda Dental and Implant Clinic, Johnston McNamara Dental Surgery, Dental Care Ireland, Crosslanes Medical Clinic and Wheaton Hall Dental Practice.
Dundalk and Dunleer
Dundalk has the largest section in the county directory, with listings linked to practices on Anne Street, Dublin Street, Park Street, Avenue Road and Lis Na Dara. Dunleer listings relate to Dunleer Dental & Aesthetics on Main Street.
- Ardee: two listed dental professionals
- Blackrock: multiple professionals connected with local dental surgeries
- Drogheda: practices across the town centre and surrounding areas
- Dundalk: providers covering general, orthodontic and maxillofacial services
- Dunleer: six professionals listed at one Main Street practice
Important HSE medical card clarification
The publication states that this list does not include medical card scheme providers. Medical card dental treatment is a separate scheme operated by the Health Service Executive (HSE). Anyone seeking care under a medical card should contact the HSE or their local health office for current information about eligibility, participating dentists and available treatments.
Panel numbers in the directory identify individual dentists within the relevant scheme or administrative listing. They should not be treated as confirmation that a practice is accepting new patients or currently providing every type of dental treatment.
How to use the County Louth dentist directory
Before attending an appointment, patients should verify key details directly with the dental practice. This is particularly important because contact information, opening hours and service availability can change after a government directory is published.
- Identify the nearest town or practice location.
- Call the listed telephone number where available.
- Ask whether the dentist is accepting new patients.
- Confirm fees, emergency arrangements and treatment options.
- Contact the HSE separately if the appointment relates to a medical card.
What the official listing means for patients
The Department of Social Protection publication is a useful reference for locating dentists in County Louth, but it is not a substitute for checking current practice information. The source was published on 13 March 2020 and marked as updated on 25 September 2026, so patients should rely on direct confirmation from the practice and the HSE for the latest arrangements.
Conclusion
This County Louth dentist directory brings together dental contacts in Ardee, Blackrock, Drogheda, Dundalk and Dunleer. Use it to identify a nearby provider, then confirm appointments and services directly. Most importantly, remember that HSE medical card dental providers are covered by a separate scheme, so medical card patients should seek guidance from the HSE before booking.
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