Each April the NHS increases patient fees.
Band 1: £27.90
Band 1 can include:
- examination, assessment and advice (a routine dental appointment)
- X-rays, if clinically needed
- putting fluoride on the surface of your teeth
- simple management of gum disease, such as scaling (a thorough clean of your teeth and gums), if clinically needed
- moulds of your teeth, for example to see how your teeth bite together
- minimal adjustments to false teeth (dentures) or orthodontic appliances, such as braces – for example, smoothing rough parts or tightening clasps
Band 2: £76.60
Band 2 treatment includes all items in Band 1, plus it may include:
- fillings
- root canal treatment to treat an infection or inflammation in the centre of your tooth
- removing teeth (extraction) and other oral surgery procedures
- sealant to fill small holes or grooves in your teeth
- adding to your false teeth (dentures), such as adding a clasp or a tooth, or making extensive adjustments, such as relining and rebasing
- a bite-raising appliance to correct your bite (does not include a laboratory-made appliance)
- extensive management of gum disease
Band 3: £332.10
Band 3 treatment includes all items in Bands 1 and 2, plus it may include:
- a type of cap that covers your real tooth (crown)
- restoring damaged teeth with inlays and onlays
- false teeth (dentures) made from plastic or metal
- a fixed replacement for a missing tooth or teeth (bridge)
- orthodontic treatment, such as braces, to improve the appearance, position and function of your teeth
- other custom-made appliances, not including sports guards
Urgent dental treatment: £27.90
You may have urgent treatment at an urgent or emergency dental appointment.
You may need further dental treatment after your urgent appointment, which may have additional costs.