# Dentist Cost UK

> Dentist Cost UK is an independent consumer price guide. We are not a dental practice and we are not affiliated with the NHS, any dental insurer or any clinic. NHS Band charges for England, Wales, Scotland and
> Northern Ireland (effective 1 April 2026: Band 1 £27.90,
> Band 2 £76.60, Band 3 £332.10) plus typical private fee
> ranges for 21+ treatments including check-ups, fillings, crowns, root
> canals, dental implants, Invisalign, veneers and teeth whitening.
> Updated April 2026.

## NHS dental charges (April 2026)

- **England & Wales:** Band 1 £27.90 · Band 2 £76.60 · Band 3 £332.10 · Urgent 
- **Scotland:** No banding. NHS examinations are FREE for every registered patient in Scotland. For other treatment, adults pay 80% of the treatment fee, capped at £384 per course. Everyone under 26 receives all NHS treatment completely free, not just examinations.
- **Northern Ireland:** Item-of-service charging from the Statement of Dental Remuneration. You pay 80% of each item up to a maximum of £384 per course of treatment. Examinations are charged. Under-18s and other exempt groups pay nothing.

## Treatments

- [Dental Check-Up](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/dental-check-up): NHS Band 1 £27.90; private £60–£120
- [Hygienist Scale & Polish](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/hygienist-scale-and-polish): NHS Band 1 (if clinically necessary) £27.90; private £60–£150
- [White (Composite) Filling](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/white-filling): NHS Band 2 £76.60; private £90–£160
- [Amalgam (Silver) Filling](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/amalgam-filling): NHS Band 2 £76.60; private £80–£110
- [Root Canal Treatment](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/root-canal-treatment): NHS Band 2 £76.60; private £250–£500
- [Tooth Extraction](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/tooth-extraction): NHS Band 2 (simple) / Band 2 (surgical) £76.60; private £100–£200
- [Wisdom Tooth Removal](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/wisdom-tooth-removal): NHS Band 2 in primary care; hospital referral if surgical £76.60; private £200–£400
- [Dental Crown](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/dental-crown): NHS Band 3 £332.10; private £400–£700
- [Dental Bridge](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/dental-bridge): NHS Band 3 £332.10; private £800–£2,000
- [Dentures](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/dentures): NHS Band 3 £332.10; private £400–£900
- [Dental Implant (Single Tooth)](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/dental-implant): not available on the NHS; private £1,800–£3,500
- [All-on-4 / All-on-6 Implants](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/all-on-4-implants): not available on the NHS; private £12,000–£18,000
- [Porcelain Veneers](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/porcelain-veneers): not available on the NHS; private £500–£1,200
- [Composite Bonding](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/composite-bonding): not available on the NHS; private £150–£350
- [Teeth Whitening](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/teeth-whitening): not available on the NHS; private £200–£450
- [Invisalign Clear Aligners](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/invisalign): not available on the NHS; private £1,500–£2,500
- [Fixed Braces (Metal & Ceramic)](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/fixed-braces): NHS Free for under-18s with IOTN ≥ 3.6 Free under 18, otherwise Band 3 (£332.10); private £1,500–£3,500
- [Inlays & Onlays](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/inlays-onlays): NHS Band 3 £332.10; private £300–£600
- [Gum Disease Treatment](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/gum-disease-treatment): NHS Band 1–Band 3 £27.90 (Band 1) / £76.60 (Band 2) / £332.10 (Band 3 for surgery); private £80–£200
- [Night Guard (Bruxism Splint)](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/night-guard): not available on the NHS; private £150–£300
- [Emergency Dental Treatment](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments/emergency-treatment): NHS Urgent treatment £27.90; private £80–£200

## Reference pages

- [NHS Bands explained — all four UK nations](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/nhs-bands)
- [All treatments index](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/treatments)

## Cost guides

- [NHS vs Private Dental Care: Which Is Right for You in 2026?](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-vs-private-dental)
- [How to Save Money on Dental Treatment in the UK](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/how-to-save-money-on-dental-treatment-uk)
- [Free NHS Dental Care: Who Qualifies in 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/free-nhs-dental-care-eligibility)
- [The True Cost of Dental Implants in the UK in 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/true-cost-of-dental-implants-uk)
- [Dental Tourism: Is Turkey or Hungary Really Worth It?](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-tourism-turkey-hungary)
- [Best Dental Insurance UK 2026: Bupa, Denplan, Simplyhealth & AXA Compared](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-insurance-plans-uk)
- [UK Dental Costs by City 2026: London vs Manchester vs Birmingham vs Leeds vs Glasgow](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/uk-dental-costs-by-city)
- [When Is It Worth Paying Private If You Have NHS Access?](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/when-worth-paying-private)
- [Children's Dental Care Costs in the UK 2026: NHS, Private and Orthodontics](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/childrens-dental-care-costs-uk)
- [How Much Does a Dentist Cost in the UK? 2026 Complete Price Guide](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/how-much-does-a-dentist-cost-uk)
- [Emergency Dentist Cost UK 2026: NHS & Private Prices Explained](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/emergency-dentist-cost-uk)
- [Composite Bonding vs Veneers: UK Cost Comparison 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/composite-bonding-vs-veneers-cost-uk)
- [NHS Dental Waiting Lists UK 2026: How Long and What to Do](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-dental-waiting-list-uk)
- [Root Canal Treatment Cost UK 2026: NHS vs Private Prices](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/root-canal-cost-uk)
- [Dental Crown Cost UK 2026: NHS & Private Prices Explained](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-crown-cost-uk)
- [How Much Do Veneers Cost in the UK? NHS & Private Prices 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/veneers-cost-uk-2026)
- [Teeth Whitening Cost UK 2026: In-Chair, Home Kits & NHS Explained](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/teeth-whitening-cost-uk)
- [Invisalign Cost UK 2026: Full Price Guide Including NHS Options](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/invisalign-cost-uk-2026)
- [Dental Filling Cost UK 2026: NHS vs Private White & Amalgam Prices](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-filling-cost-uk)
- [How to Find an NHS Dentist in 2026 — Step-by-Step UK Guide](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/how-to-find-nhs-dentist-uk)
- [Dental Payment Plans UK 2026: Spread the Cost of Expensive Dental Treatment](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-payment-plans-uk)
- [Braces Cost UK 2026: NHS, Private, Fixed and Clear Aligners Compared](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/orthodontics-braces-cost-uk)
- [Composite Veneers Cost UK 2026: Prices, Process & Best Alternatives](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/composite-veneers-cost-uk)
- [Private Dental Costs UK 2026: What You'll Pay Without the NHS](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/private-dental-care-costs-uk-2026)
- [UK Dental Costs Without the NHS: Real Prices & How to Cope in 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-costs-without-nhs-uk)
- [Does Health Insurance Cover Dental in the UK? 2026 Guide](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/health-insurance-dental-cover-uk)
- [NHS Veneers Cost UK 2026: Why Veneers Are Almost Never Free](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-veneers-cost-2026)
- [NHS Dental Check-Up Cost 2026: Band 1 Fees, Free Care & What's Included](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-dental-check-up-cost)
- [NHS Dental Charges 2026: Band 1, 2 & 3 Costs Explained for All UK Nations](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-dental-band-charges-2026)
- [Dental Bridge Cost UK 2026: NHS Band 3, Private Prices & Types Compared](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-bridge-cost-guide-uk)
- [All-on-4 Dental Implants Cost UK 2026: Full Arch Prices, Clinics & Alternatives](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/all-on-4-dental-implants-cost-guide-uk)
- [Best Dental Insurance UK 2026: Compare Plans, Prices & What They Cover](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-insurance-comparison-uk-2026)
- [NHS Dental Costs Explained 2026: What You Pay, What Is Free & How Bands Work](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-dental-costs-explained-2026)
- [Dental Inlay & Onlay Cost UK 2026: NHS Prices, Private Fees & When You Need One](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-inlay-onlay-cost-guide-uk)
- [Gum Disease Treatment Cost UK 2026 — NHS & Private Prices](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/gum-disease-treatment-cost-uk)
- [Dental Sedation Cost UK 2026 — Conscious Sedation & IV Sedation Prices](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-sedation-cost-uk)
- [Night Guard Cost UK 2026 — Bruxism Splint Prices & Options](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/night-guard-cost-uk)
- [Smile Makeover Cost UK 2026 — What Does a Full Smile Transformation Cost?](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/smile-makeover-cost-uk)
- [Missing Tooth Replacement Options & Cost UK 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/missing-tooth-replacement-options-uk)
- [Dental Bone Graft Cost UK 2026 — What to Expect Before a Dental Implant](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-bone-graft-cost-uk)
- [Dentures Cost UK 2026: NHS & Private Prices for Full and Partial Dentures](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dentures-cost-guide-uk)
- [Wisdom Tooth Removal Cost UK 2026: NHS & Private Prices](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/wisdom-tooth-removal-cost-uk)
- [Scale and Polish Cost UK 2026: Hygienist Fees NHS & Private](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/scale-and-polish-cost-uk)
- [Affordable Dental Insurance UK 2026: Budget Plans From £7/Month](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/affordable-dental-insurance-uk-2026)
- [Maryland Bridge Cost UK 2026: Adhesive Bridge Prices & When to Choose One](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/maryland-bridge-adhesive-bridge-cost-uk)
- [How Much Does a Private Dentist Cost in the UK? First Visit & Ongoing Fees 2026](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/private-dentist-first-visit-cost-uk)
- [Dental Capitation Plans UK 2026: Denplan Alternatives & Monthly Membership Explained](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/dental-capitation-plans-uk)
- [NHS Dental Charges Outside England 2026: Scotland (Free), Wales & Northern Ireland](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/nhs-dental-scotland-wales-ni)
- [Average Cost of Dental Treatment UK 2026: What a Typical Patient Spends Per Year](https://www.dentistcost.co.uk/cost-guides/average-cost-dental-treatment-uk-2026)

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