Scotland regional pricing
How Much Does a Dentist Cost in Shetland Islands?
Updated prices for . Shetland Islands prices are typically 21% above the national average.
Price summary
Shetland Islands Price Summary
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| NHS Check-Up (Band 1) | £35 | £35 | £35 |
| NHS Filling (Band 2) | £90 | £90 | £90 |
| NHS Crown or Bridge (Band 3) | £395 | £395 | £395 |
Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on Scotland regional pricing.
Full pricing
All Dentist Prices in Shetland Islands
Every price adjusted for Shetland Islands using a 1.205x cost multiplier, rounded to the nearest £5.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NHS Check-Up (Band 1) | £35 | £35 | £35 | 20-30 minutes |
| NHS Filling (Band 2) | £90 | £90 | £90 | 30-45 minutes |
| NHS Crown or Bridge (Band 3) | £395 | £395 | £395 | 2 visits over 2-3 weeks |
| Private Check-Up | £50 | £85 | £145 | 20-30 minutes |
| Private Filling (Composite) | £110 | £180 | £300 | 30-45 minutes |
| Private Crown (Porcelain) | £605 | £965 | £1,445 | 2 visits over 1-2 weeks |
| Root Canal Treatment | £360 | £665 | £1,085 | 1-2 visits, 60-90 minutes each |
| Tooth Extraction (Simple) | £90 | £180 | £300 | 20-30 minutes |
| Tooth Extraction (Surgical) | £240 | £420 | £725 | 45-60 minutes |
| Dental X-Rays (Full Mouth) | £35 | £70 | £120 | 10-15 minutes |
| Scale and Polish | £55 | £85 | £145 | 30-45 minutes |
| Emergency Appointment | £60 | £120 | £240 | 20-30 minutes |
NHS Check-Up (Band 1)
Low
£35
Average
£35
High
£35
20-30 minutes
NHS Filling (Band 2)
Low
£90
Average
£90
High
£90
30-45 minutes
NHS Crown or Bridge (Band 3)
Low
£395
Average
£395
High
£395
2 visits over 2-3 weeks
Private Check-Up
Low
£50
Average
£85
High
£145
20-30 minutes
Private Filling (Composite)
Low
£110
Average
£180
High
£300
30-45 minutes
Private Crown (Porcelain)
Low
£605
Average
£965
High
£1,445
2 visits over 1-2 weeks
Root Canal Treatment
Low
£360
Average
£665
High
£1,085
1-2 visits, 60-90 minutes each
Tooth Extraction (Simple)
Low
£90
Average
£180
High
£300
20-30 minutes
Tooth Extraction (Surgical)
Low
£240
Average
£420
High
£725
45-60 minutes
Dental X-Rays (Full Mouth)
Low
£35
Average
£70
High
£120
10-15 minutes
Scale and Polish
Low
£55
Average
£85
High
£145
30-45 minutes
Emergency Appointment
Low
£60
Average
£120
High
£240
20-30 minutes
Regional comparison
How Shetland Islands Compares
Average cost of nhs check-up (band 1) across regions.
Local insights
What Affects Dentist Costs in Shetland Islands?
Shetland Islands has a diverse population with varying needs and budgets, all of which directly affect dentist costs. The local market, competition between providers, and demand levels in the area all influence what you will pay. Prices tend to be higher in areas with greater demand and fewer providers.
Shetland Islands dentist costs are 21% above the UK average, reflecting the local cost of living and market conditions. Despite regional variation, prices can still differ by 30-50% between providers for the same service, making it worth comparing multiple options.
Several factors affect what you will pay for dentist services in Shetland Islands. The scope and complexity of what you need is the biggest driver, followed by the provider's experience and reputation. Premium or specialist options will cost more. For the most involved services, expect to pay £605 to £1,445 for private crown (porcelain) in Shetland Islands.
When getting quotes in Shetland Islands, compare at least three different providers. Ask for a detailed breakdown of what is included in the price. Always check GDC registration, reviews and treatment plans before committing.
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