Fees, Exemptions and Cancellation Policy
Fees
NHS examinations (check-ups) are free in Scotland. Following a dental exam, your dentist will provide you with a cost estimate for any treatment you require.
Below are some examples of NHS charges:
| Treatment | Cost |
|---|---|
| Examination | No Charge |
| 2 Small xrays | £11.04 |
| Simple gum treatment (scale and polish) | £15.68 |
| Amalgam filling (silver) | from £12.72 |
| Root canal treatment | from £94.96 |
| Extraction | from £28.84 |
| Crown | from £149.24 |
| Partial dentures | from £117.04 |
| Complete dentures | from £146.72 |
Some treatment options are not available on the NHS for example cosmetic treatments. Further information on this can be sought from your dentist.
Below are some examples of private charges:
| Treatment | Cost |
|---|---|
| Teeth whitening | from £250 |
| White filling | from £70 |
| Mouthguard | from £60 |
Exemptions
You may be entitled to free NHS dental care if you are:
- under 26 years old
- pregnant
- a nursing mother until your baby is 12 months old
- on certain benefits
Please see https://www.scottishdental.org/public/treatment-charges/ for further information
Cancellation Policy
Please give us as much notice as possible if you wish to cancel an appointment to allow us to allocate this time to another patient.
A charge may be made for missed appointments or appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice.
Multiple failed appointments or late cancellations may result in deregistration from the practice.
