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Warning issued to Brits over change to dentist appointments set to affect millions

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Updated 08:36 8 Mar 2024 GMTPublished 08:31 8 Mar 2024 GMT

Warning issued to Brits over change to dentist appointments set to affect millions

Those who pay for NHS dental treatments have been warned

Anish Vij

Anish Vij

Brits are being warned of a change to dentist appointments and treatments in the UK.

With the rising cost of living continuing to be a problem, the last thing we want is another price increase.

But that's exactly what we'll be getting as the NHS is putting up the prices of its band one, band two and band three dental treatments.

Band one currently covers an examination, diagnosis and advice, as well as X-rays and a scale and polish if needed.

Band two covers everything in band one, plus additional treatment such as fillings, root canal treatment and removing teeth.

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And, of course, band three covers everything in bands one and two, but will also include more complex procedures, such as crowns, dentures and bridges.

Brits are being warned of a major change to dentist appointments in the UK.
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How much will the price go up by?

Starting in April, band one's current price of £25.80 will go up to £26.80.

Band two treatments will go from £70.70 to £73.50.

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While band three procedures will go up from £306.80 to £319.10

Who will the change affect?

Millions in the UK are set to be affected, as polling last year showed that 23 percent in England have delayed or gone without dental treatment because it was too expensive.

However, some people are able to get checkups for free, including those who a pregnant, under 18 or on certain benefits.

With the cost-of-living continuing to be a problem, the last thing we want is another price increase.
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What are people saying?

Shawn Charlwood, general dentistry chair of the British Dental Association, said: “This latest hike is another slap in the face for hard-pressed families across England."

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Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the Department of Health and Social Care added: "We provide a wide range of support to ensure everyone who needs dental care can afford it.

"Over 47 percent of people are eligible for free dental care and last year the NHS delivered over 15.4 million courses of free treatment under these exemptions, including children, those on low incomes and pregnant women.

"Where charges do apply, it is important they are updated to reflect increases in the cost of delivering NHS dental care."

What dental treatments are free with the NHS?

According to the NHS, there's no dental charge:

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For denture repairs

To have stitches removed

If your dentist has to stop blood loss

If your dentist only has to write out a prescription (but if you pay for prescriptions, you'll have to pay the usual prescription charge of £9.65)

Featured Image Credit: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images/Getty Stock Images

Topics: UK News, Health, NHS

Anish Vij
Anish Vij

Anish is a Journalist at LADbible Group and is a GG2 Young Journalist of the Year 2025. He has a Master's degree in Multimedia Journalism and a Bachelor's degree in International Business Management. Apart from that, his life revolves around the ‘Four F’s’ - family, friends, football and food. Email: [email protected]

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