NHS Dentistry

Passionate about helping each of our valued patients look after and make the most of their smile in an affordable, professional and convenient way, at Acton Vale Dental Centre we are proud to provide a choice of accessible NHS dentistry and high quality private dental care.

The charge you pay depends on the treatment you need to keep your mouth, teeth and gums healthy. You will only ever be asked to pay one charge for each complete course of treatment, even if you need to visit your dentist more than once to finish it: Band 1, Band 2 or Band 3.

Band 1 Course of Treatment: £26.80 (This covers an examination, diagnosis e.g. X-rays, advice on how to prevent future problems, a scale to remove tartar/ plaque and the application of fluoride varnish)

Band 2 Course of Treatment: £73.50 (This covers everything listed in Band 1 above, plus any further treatment such as fillings, root canal work, advanced gum care and if your dentist needs to take out one or more of your teeth)

Band 3 Course of Treatment: £319.10 (This covers everything listed in Bands 1 and 2 above, plus crowns, dentures or bridges)

Missed NHS Appointments & Lapsed patients

There is currently a nationwide shortage of NHS dentists and our aim is to try to make space available for as many people in the local area to be able to access this service.

Therefore it is our practice policy that in order to remain as an NHS patient at the practice you must visit regularly. After 2 years, if you do not attend an NHS check up,  you will be classed as a lapsed NHS patient and will be placed on a waiting list for another appointment.

It is also our practice policy that if you fail to attend an NHS appointment without notifying the practice beforehand, this will lead to you being placed on a waiting list for another appointment.

Presently our waiting list is exceeding 12-18 months.

 

Please note: we reserve the right to do this without notice or notification

 

 

What do NHS Dental Services include?

NHS treatment includes all dentistry necessary to secure and maintain your oral health and, where necessary, to restore function.

Who are NHS Dental Services available to?

NHS dental care is available to all members of the public (with a British Passport) and to NHS exempt patients.

Do I qualify as an NHS exempt patient?

You are an exempt patient if you are:

  • You are under 18 years of age
  • You are 18 years old and in full time education
  • You are pregnant
  • You have had a baby in the last 12 months

Or, you are entitled to free NHS dental services because during the course of treatment you, or your partner receive:

  • Income support (Incapacity benefit and disability Living Allowance do not count)
  • Income based Jobseekers Allowance (Contribution-based does not count)
  • Income-related Employment & Support Allowance (Contribution-related does not count)
  • Pension Credit Guarantee Credit (Savings Credit on its own does not count)
  • Universal Credit

These are the only benefits that entitle you to free NHS dental services. Proof may be requested upon registration. Please ask a member of our team if you are unsure whether you are exempt for NHS dental services.

Please note that treatment must be started within 4 weeks of planning to stay within same Course of Treatment (COT). If the treatment falls beyond 6 weeks a new examination may be required which will come at another examination fee.

Get in Touch

Please get in touch with us to arrange an appointment by either calling us on 020 8749 3267 or by completing our Online Appointment Request Form

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