Southwell Dental Care
We Provide NHS Dental Services
Southwell Dental Care provides NHS dental treatment alongside our private care. The NHS charges below are set nationally for England, so you can see exactly what each course of NHS treatment costs.
Our NHS list is currently at capacity, so we are not able to accept new NHS patients at this time.
If you are already one of our NHS patients, our team will be happy to answer any questions about your care.
If you are looking for an NHS dentist, you can find practices near you that are accepting NHS patients using the NHS Find a Dentist service. If you need urgent dental care and do not have a dentist, call NHS 111.
Explore Our Membership PlansHow NHS charges work
One Charge for Each Course of Treatment
NHS dental charges are set by the government, so they are the same at every NHS dental practice in England.
You only pay one charge for each complete course of treatment, even if you need to visit more than once to finish it. The band you pay depends on the treatment you need to keep your mouth, teeth and gums healthy.
Some patients do not have to pay, or can get help with the cost. Use the NHS Check before you tick service to see whether you are entitled to free or reduced-cost treatment.
NHS charges
NHS Dental Charges from 1 April 2026
Band 1: £27.90
Examination, diagnosis including X-rays, advice on preventing future problems, a scale and polish if needed and fluoride varnish.
Band 2: £76.60
Everything in Band 1, plus further treatment such as fillings, root canal work or taking out one or more teeth.
Band 3: £332.10
Everything in Bands 1 and 2, plus crowns, dentures and bridges.
Urgent care: £27.90
Urgent NHS treatment is a single Band 1 charge, even if it needs more than one appointment to complete.
FAQs
NHS Dentistry Questions
Not at the moment. Our NHS list is at capacity, so we are unable to accept new NHS patients. You can find NHS practices near you that are accepting patients using the NHS Find a Dentist service.
Call NHS 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk, and they will direct you to urgent dental care near you. If you have swelling in your face or mouth that is affecting your breathing, swallowing or vision, call 999 or go to A&E.
You do not pay NHS dental charges if, when your treatment starts, you are under 18, under 19 and in full-time education, pregnant or have had a baby in the last 12 months, or you or your partner receive certain benefits. You may also get help through the NHS Low Income Scheme. Use the NHS Check before you tick service to see what applies to you. Please note that patients are responsible for the accuracy of any exemption they claim.
No. You pay one charge for each complete course of treatment, even if you need to visit more than once to finish it. The charge is Band 1, Band 2 or Band 3, depending on the treatment you need.
Yes. We welcome new private patients, and our membership plans spread the cost of your routine care into a simple monthly payment. You can also see our full private price list.
The NHS explains what each band covers and how charges work on its NHS dental charges page.