Our Dentistry Blog

Wondering whether paying for a hygienist is worth the money? Here's the honest maths on prevention vs treatment costs, and what you're actually paying for.

A complete breakdown of dental hygienist costs across the UK in 2025. From standard scale and polish to AirFlow cleaning, here's what you'll actually pay.

Private dental check-ups in the UK typically cost £40-£120. Here's what's included, what affects the price, and how often you actually need one.

A clear breakdown of white filling costs at UK private dentists in 2025. Learn what affects the price and what to expect when replacing amalgam or treating decay.

A complete breakdown of smile makeover costs in the UK for 2025. Learn what each treatment costs, from whitening to veneers, and what affects the final price.

Real composite bonding costs across North London. From Enfield to Camden, what practices charge per tooth, full smile makeover packages, and why location matters.

Real emergency dentist costs across North London, from Enfield to Camden. What practices charge for same-day appointments, weekend care, and common treatments.

Real stories from UK patients who travelled to Turkey for dental work. What the £2,000 smile actually costs, why UK dentists won't fix it, and what happens when things go wrong.

Severe toothache emergency care costs £45-500 depending on timing and treatment needed. Most severe pain indicates infection requiring drainage or root canal treatment rather than simple painkillers.

Professional bad breath treatment costs £89-£199 depending on severity. Most cases stem from bacterial buildup in the mouth rather than stomach issues, making professional cleaning remarkably effective.

Broken tooth repair costs vary dramatically by severity. Minor chips cost £250 for composite bonding, while severe breaks requiring root canal and crown run £998-1,098 total.

Lost fillings expose the inner tooth to bacteria and sensitivity. Emergency temporary fillings cost £80-95, while permanent replacements run £175-260 depending on the tooth and decay extent.

Dental abscess treatment costs £75-400 for drainage and antibiotics. The infection requires professional drainage because antibiotics alone won't cure it.

Emergency tooth extraction costs £80-£650 privately in the UK versus £75.30 NHS. But 90% of practices won't take new NHS patients, making private care the only realistic option for most people.

Dental bridges cost £750-£2,400 vs implants at £1,800-£3,800 in the UK. Bridges last 5-15 years, implants last 25+. Here's when the expensive option saves money long-term.

Private dentist check-ups cost £60-£120, fillings £90-£250, and crowns £500-£1,200 in the UK. Here's what creates the absurd price variations and why Edinburgh beats London on cost.

All-on-4 dental implants in the UK cost £10,000-£18,000 per arch. Here's what creates the £8,000 price spread, when cheaper means paying twice, and what full mouth restoration actually runs.

Professional teeth whitening in the UK costs £200-£700 for home kits and £400-£1,000 for in-chair treatment. Here's what creates the price spread and why the cheapest option usually disappoints.

Dental implants in the UK cost £1,800-£3,800 per tooth including the crown. Here's what creates the massive price spread, when cheaper actually costs more, and what full mouth restoration really runs.

Composite bonding in Enfield costs £200-£450 per tooth. Here's what creates that price spread, what UK averages show, and why location matters less than you'd think.

Emergency dental appointments cost £20-£65 for same-day private care in the UK. Here's what actually happens when you call, what gets treated, and why the NHS emergency system rarely works the way you'd expect.

Bridges cost £595-£800 upfront vs £2,600 for implants. But here's what changes after 15 years: the bridge needs replacing, your supporting teeth are weaker, and you've spent more money anyway.

Gum disease affects 47% of UK adults over 30. From £199 deep cleaning to £4,000+ surgical treatment, here's what each stage costs and what happens if you wait.

One in eight people in the UK experience sensitive teeth. From desensitizing toothpaste to fluoride treatments and dental bonding, here's what works and what each treatment costs.

Dental crowns in the UK cost £400-£1,200 depending on material. From porcelain to zirconia to metal, here's what each type costs, how long they last, and which works best for your situation.

Chipped tooth repair in the UK costs £95-£2,500 depending on severity. From composite bonding to crowns, here's what each treatment costs and when you need same-day care.

Teeth grinding affects over 10 million UK adults. From night guards to lifestyle changes, here's what actually works to protect your teeth and stop the damage before it gets expensive.

Composite bonding costs £250-£450 per tooth and lasts 5-7 years. Porcelain veneers cost £400-£800 per tooth but last 10-15 years. Here's what each option actually delivers and when it makes sense.

Replacing a missing tooth costs anywhere from £200 for dentures to £2,600+ for dental implants in the UK. Here's what each option actually does and when it makes sense.

Wisdom teeth removal in the UK costs £225-£500 privately for straightforward cases, or £550-£1,550 for complex surgical extractions. Here's what determines whether your case sits at the lower or upper end of that range.

Private root canal treatment in the UK typically costs £300-£950 depending on which tooth needs treatment and where you live. Here's what creates that dramatic price variation.

Composite bonding typically lasts 5-7 years, but some people get a decade or more from their treatment. Here's what makes the difference between results that fade quickly versus bonding that keeps looking brilliant.

Learn about the statistics for dental implant failure rates in the UK. Learn what the actual numbers show, when implants typically fail, and what factors affect long-term success.

How 32Co halved refinement rates by putting UK orthodontists in charge of every case - and why practices are switching from Invisalign's technician-led model

The surprising shift from permanent veneers to reversible composite bonding reflects changing attitudes about cosmetic dentistry, social media regret, and what actually looks good in 2025

This is a complete guide to Invisalign costs in Enfield. Learn how to get realistic pricing for clear aligners with this detailed cost breakdown.

This is a complete guide to emergency tooth extraction. Learn what to expect when your tooth can't be saved with this breakdown of costs, timing, and procedures.

Understand which dental problems qualify for emergency treatment and which don't. Learn how dental practices classify pain, swelling, trauma, and other conditions to determine same-day versus routine scheduling.

How NHS dental failures in Enfield created a thriving private emergency market where pain tolerance correlates directly with ability to pay private rates.