NHS DENTISTRY

We strongly believe dentistry should be available to everyone, and we are proud providers of NHS dentistry.

A breakdown of NHS fees is available here.

When you register with a dentist you'll be registered for life, unless you or your dentist request your registration to be withdrawn, or you register with another dentist.

DENTAL TREATMENT COSTS

A NHS dental examination in Scotland is free of charge for everyone.

Following a dental examination, your dentist will advise you on any treatment you require and the likely cost.

NHS patients, who pay for their treatment, pay 80% of the treatment costs (including any X-rays), up to a maximum of £384. A dentist can ask for payment in advance.

A dentist can charge a patient if they fail to attend for an appointment without giving due notice.

TREATMENTS THAT YOU MAY RECEIVE ON THE NHS:

Bridges

Crowns

Fillings

Root canal treatment

Scale and polish

Braces

Wisdom tooth removal

Dentures or false teeth

Generally, cosmetic procedures will need to be paid for privately, for example ‘white fillings’ on back teeth or a tooth coloured crown on a back tooth.

WHAT IS PRIOR APPROVAL?

Your dentist may inform you that they have to apply for prior approval before your treatment can be started. Dentists are required to seek approval from the NHS Practitioner Services, for certain treatments and treatments of high value. This process may take a little time and delay your treatment slightly.