Dentistry is one the few NHS services where you have to pay a contribution towards the cost of your care. The information on this page explains what you may have to pay for NHS dental treatment.
We are currently only accepting children as new NHS patients.
This covers emergency care in a primary care NHS dental practice such as pain relief or a temporary filling. This emergency charge does not carry a guarantee so you may be liable to uture costs for treatment in the future.
This covers an examination, diagnosis (including x-rays), advice on how to prevent future problems, a scale and polish if clinically needed, and preventative care such as the application of fluoride varnish or fissure sealant if appropriate.
This covers everything listed in Band 1 above, plus any further treatment such as fillings, root canal work or removal of teeth but not more complex items covered by Band 3.
This covers everything listed in Bands 1 and 2 above, plus crowns, dentures, bridges and other laboratory work.
Claiming free treatment
Who's entitled?
The NHS will cover the cost of your dental treatment if you: