NHS dental charges announced for 2018-19
1 April 2018
A new series of NHS charges have been announced for the coming year.
Dentistry is one of the few NHS services where you have to pay a contribution towards the cost of your care.
There are three standard charges for NHS dental treatment. These charges will take effect from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019.
The information on this page explains what you may have to pay for your NHS dental treatment.
Band
Treatment
England
Wales
One
Examination, diagnosis, x-rays, scale & polish. When you need to see a dentist immediately, usually for extreme pain, swelling or excessive bleeding.
£21.60
£14.00
Two
All treatments in band one plus additional procedures such as fillings, root canal treatment, relining of dentures and extractions.
£59.10
£45.00
Three
All treatments in bands one and two plus more complex procedures such as crowns, dentures or bridges.
£256.50
£195.00
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