Dentists in Edinburgh — compare treatments & prices
Find a dentist in Edinburgh — compare Care Inspectorate / HIS- and GDC-registered dental practices and UK-wide online dental providers. Filter by NHS availability, private prices for check-ups and whitening, and patient reviews.
Indicative private treatment prices — compare dentists on The Local Dentist
Treatment
Typical price
Private dental check-up
£49–£103
Professional teeth whitening
£270–£756
NHS dental check-up
Free NHS examination; treatment charged at 80% of item cost (max £384 per course)
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. Private treatment prices in Edinburgh tend to sit slightly above the UK average.
What should I know about dentistry in Edinburgh?
County / area
City of Edinburgh
Population
540,000
Featured on this page
0
Dentists serving Edinburgh
We are expanding our Edinburgh directory. In the meantime, tell us what you need and we'll match you with dental providers that serve Edinburgh patients.
Enter your Edinburgh 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 Stirling and Dundee.
How much is a private dental check-up in Edinburgh?
Private check-ups in Edinburgh typically cost £49–£103. NHS dental examinations are free in Scotland, so an NHS check-up costs nothing at any practice taking NHS patients.
Do NHS dental charges vary between Edinburgh dentists?
No — in Scotland NHS exams are free and NHS treatment is charged at 80% of nationally set item fees, capped at £384 per course, so the NHS cost is the same at any Edinburgh practice. Only private treatment varies in price between practices.
Can I see an emergency dentist in Edinburgh?
Many Edinburgh 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.
Do I pay for NHS dental treatment in Edinburgh?
NHS dental examinations are free for everyone in Scotland, so a check-up costs nothing at any Edinburgh practice taking NHS patients. NHS treatment is charged at 80% of the item cost, capped at £384 per course, unless you are exempt. Private treatment — such as whitening or implants — is always paid for.
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