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Dentists in Plymouth

Compare 47 dental practices in Plymouth — NHS activity, private prices, registration and phone numbers in one place.

Practices listed
47
Doing NHS work (March 2026)
12
Private check-up
£47–£100
Teeth whitening from
£263

Explained: private check-up prices · NHS dental charges · finding an NHS dentist

Which dentists in Plymouth should I compare first?

Up to 5 providers serving Plymouth, chosen for published prices, registration details and claimed listings — never payment.

Ratings and rankings are our editorial opinion, based on our published methodology — they are not dental advice and practices cannot pay to change a score. Where a practice has no reviews we show "Not yet rated" — we never invent scores. Listings labelled Featured or Referral partner are paid placements; payment affects visibility only, never ratings or match results. We may receive a fee when you send a private-treatment enquiry. Private treatment prices are indicative — always confirm directly with the practice.

Armada Dental Surgery

Dental Practice · Plymouth · PL4 8PT · CQC-registered practice

UnclaimedCQC registeredNHS

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CQC-registered dental practice in Plymouth.

01752 662986

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Bupa Dental Care Plymstock

Dental Practice · Plymouth · PL9 7BS · CQC-registered practice

UnclaimedCQC registeredNHS

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CQC-registered dental practice in Plymouth.

01752 405588

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Dental Check-upsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more

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All 47 dental practices in Plymouth

Grouped by postcode district, A–Z within each. NHS marks practices with NHS dental activity on record (NHSBSA) — that is not the same as taking new NHS patients, so confirm on nhs.uk or by phone. Register facts only; we never invent reviews or prices.

PL1 · 7 practices

PL2 · 2 practices

PL3 · 11 practices

PL4 · 8 practices

PL5 · 5 practices

PL6 · 5 practices

PL7 · 4 practices

PL8 · 2 practices

PL9 · 3 practices

Dentists near Plymouth — surrounding towns (21)

Active local practices within about 20 km of Plymouth, A–Z, each shown with its own town.

Dentist prices in Plymouth

Indicative private treatment prices — compare dentists on The Local Dentist

TreatmentTypical price
Private dental check-up£47–£100
Professional teeth whitening£263–£735
NHS dental check-upBand 1 £27.90 — same at every NHS practice

NHS dental charges are set nationally — Band 1 £27.90, Band 2 £76.60, Band 3 £332.10 in England (Wales charges a fixed fee per care package (from £25 recall exam to £140.44 crown, capped at £384 per course) instead of bands; Scotland and Northern Ireland charge 80% of the item cost up to £384 per course, with free NHS examinations in Scotland) — and never vary by practice. Only private treatment differs in price.

What should I know about dentistry in Plymouth?

County / area
Devon
Region
South West
Population
265,000
Practices listed
47
With NHS activity on record (March 2026)
12
More within ~20 km
21

Where else can I compare dentists near Plymouth?

ExeterTorquayTruroBristolLondonBirmingham

What do patients ask about dentists in Plymouth?

How many dentists are there in Plymouth?

47 local dental practices are listed in Plymouth on The Local Dentist, plus 21 practices in surrounding towns within about 20 km. Including UK-wide online dental providers that serve Plymouth patients, you can compare 47 options in total. Every listing links to the relevant regulator — CQC for the practice and the GDC for its clinicians — so you can check registration before booking.

How do I find a dentist near me in Plymouth?

The Local Dentist lists 47 dental practices and providers serving Plymouth. Enter your Plymouth postcode on The Local Dentist to see practices and online dental providers serving your area. Filter by what you need — NHS dentistry, check-ups and hygiene, emergency appointments, or cosmetic treatment — then compare treatments, private prices, and reviews side by side. For NHS availability, the NHS website (nhs.uk) dentist search shows which practices are taking new patients. You can also compare dentists in nearby Exeter and Torquay.

How much is a private dental check-up in Plymouth?

Private check-ups in Plymouth typically cost £47–£100. On the NHS in England a check-up is a fixed Band 1 charge of £27.90 where a practice is taking NHS patients.

Do NHS dental charges vary between Plymouth dentists?

No. NHS dental charges are fixed bands in England — £27.90, £76.60, or £332.10 per course of treatment at every NHS practice, and you only ever pay the highest band once per course. Only private treatment, such as whitening, implants, or aligners, varies in price between practices. On The Local Dentist, 12 listings in Plymouth show recent NHS delivery activity reported to the NHSBSA — a useful signal, but not proof a practice is accepting new NHS patients today, so confirm directly.

Can I see an emergency dentist in Plymouth?

Many Plymouth practices keep same-day emergency slots, and private emergency appointments typically cost £50–£150 plus treatment. If you don't have a regular dentist, call NHS 111 for urgent dental access. For severe swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or facial trauma, go to A&E or call 999.

Can I use an online dental provider instead of visiting a practice in Plymouth?

For some treatments, yes. Remote providers offer video consultations and at-home clear aligners delivered to Plymouth addresses — but examinations, X-rays, fillings, and emergencies always need an in-person visit, and every provider's clinicians must be on the GDC register (check at gdc-uk.org). Aligner treatment should start with an in-person dental check.

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