Dental Treatment Cost Calculator UK
Instantly estimate your NHS band charges and private dental fees. Accurate, free, and up-to-date cost estimator for check-ups, fillings, crowns, and more.
Calculate Your Dental Costs
Select your treatment type, quantity, and exemption status below to get an instant, estimated cost for your dental care in the UK.
Cost Estimator
Enter your treatment details to see the estimated fee
NHS prices shown are current standard rates for England. Scotland, Wales, and NI vary slightly.
Estimated Cost
Based on current UK average dental fees
UK Dental Fee Reference Chart
Standard average costs for common dental treatments in the UK. Use this to verify your manual calculations or understand what to expect.
| Treatment Category | Estimated Cost Range | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| NHS Band 1 | £26.80 | Examination, diagnosis, advice, scale & polish if clinically needed, preventive care. |
| NHS Band 2 | £73.50 | Everything in Band 1, plus additional treatment like fillings, root canals, and extractions. |
| NHS Band 3 | £319.10 | Everything in Bands 1 & 2, plus crowns, dentures, and bridges. |
| Private Check-up | £40 – £80 | Comprehensive examination, often including digital x-rays and oral cancer screening. |
| Private Filling | £80 – £150 | Tooth-coloured composite or traditional amalgam fillings, depending on size and location. |
| Private Crown | £400 – £800+ | Custom-made porcelain, zirconia, or metal crowns. London/South East may be higher. |
Dental Costs FAQ
Everything you need to know about dental treatment costs, NHS bands, and exemptions in the UK.
NHS dental treatment in England is divided into three bands: Band 1 (£26.80) covers examinations, diagnosis, and preventive care. Band 2 (£73.50) includes everything in Band 1 plus fillings, root canals, and extractions. Band 3 (£319.10) covers everything in Bands 1 and 2 plus crowns, dentures, and bridges.
You are exempt from NHS dental charges if you are under 18 (or under 19 and in full-time education), pregnant or have had a baby in the last 12 months, or if you receive certain qualifying benefits such as Income Support, Universal Credit (with specific earnings thresholds), or Pension Credit Guarantee Credit.
A private dental examination in the UK typically costs between £40 and £80, depending on the location of the practice and whether x-rays or a hygiene session are included. London and the South East tend to be at the higher end of this range.
For NHS dentistry, you pay a single charge for your entire ‘course of treatment’, regardless of how many visits it takes to complete. If you need a different type of treatment later, a new course and charge may apply. Private dentists may charge per visit or per specific item of work.