The NHS offers
treatment to keep your teeth
healthy, including emergency treatment. It does not include cosmetic treatment.
In England, a check-up and clean costs £18; fillings and
root canal work cost £49 and you can expect to be charged around £214 for crowns,
dentures and bridges.
In England, a check-up and clean costs £18; fillings and
root canal work cost £49 and you can expect to be charged around £214 for crowns,
dentures and bridges.
NHS dental treatment is free if you are pregnant or on income support, income
based Jobseeker's Allowance, Income related Support and employment Allowance,
pension credit guarantee credit, or universal credit. It is also free for children.
Those who are on a low income can have access to
financial help though the NHS Low Income Scheme.
In Wales, all
check-ups are free, and treatment for over 65s is free too.
Different rules and charges apply in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Get a quote for dental insurance
You can get a quote or request further information about different private dental insurance schemes by going to our get a quote page.
