NHS Fees

Methods of payment

You will be asked to accept and sign in agreement to our terms of business. We accept cash, cheque or debit/credit cards. Payment is requested after each appointment, unless by strict arrangement for extended treatment plans.

Q. What's the difference between NHS and Private?

National Health Service dentistry must provide treatment of a reasonable standard to secure and maintain oral health. Fees (see below) are set by the Department of Health and will be the same with every NHS dentist The NHS does not provide any cosmetic treatments including white fillings, bleaching, certain types of crowns or implants. Check ups may not be available as frequently as previously. NHS appointments are available between the hours of 9.00a.m and 5.30p.m Monday to Friday.

Click here of the latest information on the changes to the NHS contract and patient registrations from April 2006.

Private dentistry at Kingswalk Dental Practice provides ALL treatment options which are currently available.
You can expect the best standard of care possible. Your dentist will have carried out post graduate education and will be qualified over and above the minimum standard which is required by the General Dental Council. This additional experience reflects our superior level of commitment to high clinical standards.
Early morning and evening appointments are available for your convenience. Items requiring laboratory work will be carried out by the most experienced technicians using the best quality materials. Your treatment will be prioritised and completed as soon as possible, reducing the time you have to wear temporary crowns or fillings.
All work is guaranteed within reason for 2 years on a like for like basis.

Q. How much will it cost?

A. After a check up your dentist will explain any problems you have and give you treatment options. Reception will prepare a written estimate of cost. All NHS  treatments fall into one of three bands:

£15.90 includes check up, scale and polish, radiographs

£43.40 as above but also fillings, root fillings and extractions

£190 as above but also crowns bridges and dentures

These fees and items are set by the Department of Health and are the same at every practice offering NHS care.

Q. How soon can I be treated?

A. Our waiting times for NHS check ups are approximately 4 weeks, and 6-8 weeks for treatment sessions.

Q. Am I entitled to free treatment?

Exemption

Patients do not have to pay any NHS dental charges for a course of treatment if, on the first day of treatment, they are –
Under 18 years of age
Aged 18 and in full time education
An expectant mother
A woman who has either had a baby, or a still birth in the previous 12 months

Remission

Ptaients do not have to pay any NHS dental charges for a course of treatment if on either the first day of treatment or on the day the charge is made, they or their partner, are currently receiving-
Income support
Jobseekers allowance
Working Family tax credit
Pension Credit guarantee credit
Or are named on a valid NHS low income scheme certificate HC2 for full help
The dental charge may be reduced for patients named on a valid HC3 certificate

Call into the practice to collect an HC1 application form for help with NHS costs.