How Much Does a Dentist Cost in Cardiff?

A private dental examination and oral health assessment. Usually includes a thorough examination, oral cancer screening and treatment plan discussion. X-rays and hygienist appointments are typically charged separately.

A tooth-coloured composite resin filling placed by a private dentist. White fillings are more aesthetically pleasing than NHS amalgam and bond directly to the tooth. Price depends on the size of the filling and the quality of composite material used.

A custom-made porcelain or ceramic crown fitted over a damaged tooth. Involves preparing the tooth, taking impressions, fitting a temporary crown and then bonding the permanent crown. CEREC same-day crowns are available at some practices for a premium.

Saving a badly infected tooth by removing the infected nerve tissue from inside it, cleaning out the canals in the root, and sealing them. This avoids having the tooth pulled out. Front teeth are simpler and cheaper than back teeth. A crown is usually recommended afterwards to protect the tooth, at additional cost.

A straightforward extraction of a visible tooth using local anaesthetic. The tooth is loosened and removed with forceps. Recovery is usually 1-2 days. Does not include wisdom teeth or teeth that require surgical removal.

Surgical removal of a tooth that cannot be simply pulled, such as impacted wisdom teeth, broken teeth or teeth with curved roots. May involve cutting the gum, removing bone and stitching the wound closed. Sedation is often recommended.

A full set of dental X-rays including an OPG (panoramic) and periapical films. Used to assess bone levels, root health, hidden decay between teeth and wisdom tooth position. Digital X-rays are standard and involve very low radiation exposure.

A professional dental cleaning by a hygienist or dentist to remove plaque, tartar and surface stains. Includes ultrasonic scaling, hand scaling and polishing with a gritty paste. Often combined with advice on improving your oral hygiene routine at home.

An urgent same-day or next-day appointment for dental pain, swelling, a broken tooth or a lost filling. The emergency fee covers diagnosis, pain relief and temporary treatment. Definitive treatment (filling, extraction etc.) is usually booked as a follow-up and charged separately.

A full clinical and general health assessment for a patient new to the practice, including a soft tissue examination, X-rays where appropriate, and preventive care such as oral hygiene and diet advice, fluoride application and fissure sealants. The charge is fixed at £27.21 across Wales from April 2026. An existing patient returning for a routine recall appointment pays £25.00 per visit instead.

The Welsh equivalent of an England Band 2 filling. One fixed charge of £36.03 covers fillings, temporary crowns, Hall crowns and extractions across up to four teeth. If five to eight teeth need the same treatment it becomes the extensive restorative package at £68.75, and seven or more decayed teeth fall into the stabilisation package at £75.00.

Covers up to two crowns, a bridge of up to three units, or a single crown and a single cantilever bridge fitted together. The charge is fixed at £140.44 across Wales from April 2026, well below the equivalent England band. Temporary restorations and laboratory charges are not included and are billed separately unless you are exempt.

An oral health assessment plus treatment to relieve pain or stop the problem getting significantly worse. The charge is fixed at £37.50 across Wales from April 2026. Where appropriate it should provide a lasting fix rather than a holding measure, and can include permanent restorations with your consent. You may be referred on if further care is needed.