NHS Treatment Fees
NHS fees are set each April by NHS Wales and grouped into straightforward care packages, helping you understand exactly what your treatment involves. All costs will be discussed with you during your assessment so you can make informed decisions about your NHS care.
Examinations & Assessments
New Patient Assessment (only accessible via the DAP) – £27.21
A comprehensive first visit to assess your oral health, discuss any concerns and plan your care.
Routine Examination – £25.00
Regular reviews to maintain your dental health and prevent future problems.
Additional Care
Miscellaneous Treatments – £25.00
For small procedures and adjustments eg. Crown re-cement, denture repairs (plus lab fee) and treatment of some emergency conditions.
Restorative Care
Simple Care (up to 4 teeth) – £36.03
For routine treatments such as fillings and straightforward extractions.
Extensive Care (5–8 teeth) – £68.75
For patients requiring more involved treatment across multiple teeth.
Gum & Stabilisation Care
Periodontal (Gum) Treatment – £48.53
Focused care to improve gum health and manage gum disease.
Stabilisation Care – £75.00
Designed for patients with more complex dental needs, helping to restore stability before ongoing.
Root Canal Treatment
Anterior (front teeth) – £91.18
Posterior (back teeth) – £182.72
Advanced treatment to save and restore infected teeth.
Dentures & Laboratory-Based Work
Denture Care Package – £86.40
Crown, Bridge & Veneer Package – £140.44
Custom restorations designed to repair and protect your teeth.
All laboratory-made items eg dentures, crowns, veneers, bridges will be charged for in addition to the care package cost, unless you are exempt from NHS charges. The cost of the lab work will depend on your treatment requirements and will be explained to you at your assessment appointment. Full payment for any laboratory-based treatment is required before manufacture.
Treatment Cost Cap
Care packages can be combined to suit your individual treatment needs. However, the total cost is capped at £384, excluding any laboratory fees.
Payment
£50 deposit is required when booking your NHS treatment with the balance due on the day of the appointment.
Who is entitled to free NHS dental treatment?
In Wales, you are entitled to free dental examinations if you are:
- aged under 25
- aged 60 or over
Any additional treatment including x-rays carries the appropriate charge.
You do not have to pay for NHS dental treatment if, when your treatment starts, you are:
- under 18
- under 19 and in full-time education
- pregnant or you’ve had a baby in the 12 months before treatment starts
- staying in an NHS hospital and the hospital dentist carries out your treatment
- an NHS hospital dental service outpatient (although you may have to pay for your dentures or bridges)
You can also get free NHS dental treatment if, when the treatment starts or when you’re asked to pay:
- you’re included in an award of Income Support, income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance or Pension Credit guarantee credit
- you’re named on, or entitled to, a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate
- you’re named on a valid HC2 certificate
- If you’re named on a valid HC3 certificate, you may not have to pay for all your NHS dental treatment. HC2 and HC3 certificates are issued under the NHS Low Income Scheme - see below
You will not be exempt from paying for NHS dental treatment because you receive one of the benefits below when paid on their own:
- Incapacity Benefit
- Contribution-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Contribution-based Employment and Support Allowance
- Disability Living Allowance
- Council Tax Benefit
- Housing Benefit
- Pension Credit savings credit
If you are included in an award of Universal Credit, and your net earnings for the most recent assessment period must also be £435 or less (or £935 or less if your Universal credit includes an element for a child or you have limited capability for work).
Benefit status
If you are entitled to help with paying for your NHS treatment, you must specify the type of benefit you receive on your Patient Declaration Form for each course of treatment you receive. If you do not declare your entitlement, you will be obliged to pay for your treatment at Reception and re-claim it yourself directly from NHS Wales using this form. You are not required to show our team proof of your benefit status. However, if you falsely state on your Patient Declaration Form that you are in receipt of benefits you may be fined up to £100 by NHS Wales. To check if you qualify for free dental treatment click here
NHS Low Income Scheme
The NHS Low Income Scheme provides income-related help to people not exempt from charges but who may be entitled to full or partial help with healthcare costs if they have a low income. Anyone can apply as long as they don’t have savings or investments over the capital limit. In Wales, the capital limit is £16,000 (or £24,000 if you live permanently in a care home).
Help is based on a comparison between your weekly income and assessed requirements at the time the claim is made. Entitlement broadly follows Income Support rules to decide how much, if anything, you have to pay towards your healthcare costs, including dental treatment costs.
The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) website has more information about the NHS Low Income Scheme, including how to apply.
