Price Guide

Dental Costs in the UK

Up-to-date guide to dental treatment costs. Compare NHS band charges with private prices and find the best value near you.

NHS Dental Charges (2024/25)

Band 1

£26.80

  • Check-up and examination
  • X-rays
  • Scale and polish (if clinically needed)
  • Treatment planning

Band 2

£73.50

  • Everything in Band 1
  • Fillings
  • Root canal treatment
  • Tooth extractions

Band 3

£319.10

  • Everything in Bands 1 & 2
  • Crowns
  • Dentures
  • Bridges

Some patients qualify for free NHS treatment, including children under 18, pregnant women, and those receiving certain benefits. Check with your dentist for eligibility.

NHS vs Private Price Comparison

TreatmentNHS CostPrivate Cost
Check-up£26.80£40 – £100Details
Scale & Polish£26.80£50 – £120Details
Filling£73.50£60 – £250Details
Root Canal£73.50£250 – £800Details
Extraction£73.50£80 – £300Details
Crown£319.10£350 – £1,000Details
Single ImplantNot available£1,500 – £5,500Details
InvisalignNot available£1,500 – £5,500Details
Teeth WhiteningNot available£200 – £700Details
Porcelain VeneersNot available£400 – £1,000 per toothDetails
Composite BondingNot available£100 – £400 per toothDetails
Dentures (full)£319.10£500 – £2,500Details

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