Getting healthcare

Dental Care

You normally have to pay for dental care in the UK. In the following cases, it will be free.

  • If you are under the age of 18
  • If you are pregnant or have had a baby in the last 12 months. You will need a certificate to show in this case.
  • Some treatments are free, such as removing stitches or repairing dentures.

You need to register at a dentist's surgery. Find your nearest dentist surgery.

If you require urgent dental care either:

  • Call your dentist 
  • Call NHS 111
  • If it is an emergency go to your nearest hospital with an Accident & Emergency (A&E) department

Last Modified: 19/10/2022 13:24:02