Price Guide
How Much Does a Dentist Really Cost?
Compare prices for 12 services across 343 UK locations. Data-driven pricing updated for .
National pricing
Dentist Prices
National average prices. Select a city below for local pricing.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NHS Check-Up (Band 1) | £27 | £27 | £27 | 20-30 minutes |
| NHS Filling (Band 2) | £75 | £75 | £75 | 30-45 minutes |
| NHS Crown or Bridge (Band 3) | £327 | £327 | £327 | 2 visits over 2-3 weeks |
| Private Check-Up | £40 | £70 | £120 | 20-30 minutes |
| Private Filling (Composite) | £90 | £150 | £250 | 30-45 minutes |
| Private Crown (Porcelain) | £500 | £800 | £1,200 | 2 visits over 1-2 weeks |
| Root Canal Treatment | £300 | £550 | £900 | 1-2 visits, 60-90 minutes each |
| Tooth Extraction (Simple) | £75 | £150 | £250 | 20-30 minutes |
| Tooth Extraction (Surgical) | £200 | £350 | £600 | 45-60 minutes |
| Dental X-Rays (Full Mouth) | £30 | £60 | £100 | 10-15 minutes |
| Scale and Polish | £45 | £70 | £120 | 30-45 minutes |
| Emergency Appointment | £50 | £100 | £200 | 20-30 minutes |
NHS Check-Up (Band 1)
Low
£27
Average
£27
High
£27
20-30 minutes
NHS Filling (Band 2)
Low
£75
Average
£75
High
£75
30-45 minutes
NHS Crown or Bridge (Band 3)
Low
£327
Average
£327
High
£327
2 visits over 2-3 weeks
Private Check-Up
Low
£40
Average
£70
High
£120
20-30 minutes
Private Filling (Composite)
Low
£90
Average
£150
High
£250
30-45 minutes
Private Crown (Porcelain)
Low
£500
Average
£800
High
£1,200
2 visits over 1-2 weeks
Root Canal Treatment
Low
£300
Average
£550
High
£900
1-2 visits, 60-90 minutes each
Tooth Extraction (Simple)
Low
£75
Average
£150
High
£250
20-30 minutes
Tooth Extraction (Surgical)
Low
£200
Average
£350
High
£600
45-60 minutes
Dental X-Rays (Full Mouth)
Low
£30
Average
£60
High
£100
10-15 minutes
Scale and Polish
Low
£45
Average
£70
High
£120
30-45 minutes
Emergency Appointment
Low
£50
Average
£100
High
£200
20-30 minutes
Regional comparison
NHS Check-Up (Band 1) by City
Average cost of nhs check-up (band 1) across key UK cities.
Local pricing
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Overview
What Does a Dentist Do?
A dentist provides professional services covering nhs and private dental treatments including check-ups, fillings, crowns, extractions and emergency care. They cover a range of services from straightforward options to more complex, bespoke work. Choosing the right dentist ensures you get quality results and a professional experience.
You should hire a dentist whenever you need specialist expertise or professional-grade results. The right dentist brings experience, proper equipment, and industry knowledge that makes a real difference to the outcome.
Pricing for dentist services depends on the complexity of what you need, the options chosen, and where you live in the UK. Simpler services sit at the lower end of the scale, while more involved or premium options will be significantly more expensive. The prices on this page give you a realistic range for each type of service so you know what to expect before getting quotes.
When hiring a dentist, always get at least three quotes from different dental professionals. Read recent reviews and ask for references. Always check GDC registration and reviews. A reputable dentist will be happy to provide a detailed breakdown of costs and explain exactly what is included in their quote.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about dentist costs in the UK.