Dental cost help

Achieving your dream smile with many dental treatments can come with a hefty cost.

And while there are a few options available, they tend to only help those with functional concerns.

Today we’ll delve into the world of dental cost help, including the eligibility list and more affordable alternatives for cosmetic issues.

Help with NHS dental costs

In the UK, NHS dental charges are split into three bands, which cover the range of treatments available in NHS dental practices.

It’s important to note that these costs depend on the case's complexity and the combination of procedures needed.

These are as follows.

Band 1

Covering examinations, diagnosis (including radiographs), dental advice, scale and polish treatments, and preventative care (including fluoride varnish and fissure sealant).

Band 1 also covers emergency care.

If you undergo the treatments mentioned above, you’ll only have to pay a maximum of £26.80.

Band 2

The treatments in Band 2 cost up to £73.50, which includes everything in Band 1 plus:

• fillings
• root canal work
• extraction

Band 3

Band 3 includes everything from Bands 1 and 2, as well as:

• crowns
• dentures
• bridges
• other laboratory work

Help with private dental costs

Many people choose private dental treatment to limit wait times and when undergoing cosmetic treatments unavailable on the NHS.

If you’re considering private dental care and treatment, the only financial help you can get is by applying for a bank loan. However, some private practices offer payment plans to spread the costs, with the option of a deposit.

Because private treatments are so costly, they leave many patients avoiding them, regardless of how much the look of their teeth is affecting their self-esteem.

Can I get help with dental costs?

Dental cost help depends on the clinical needs of the patient.

For example, cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening, dental veneers, and braces for adults aren’t usually offered on the NHS, unless patients show a clinical need for them.

Because of this, patients wishing to undergo these treatments are encouraged to visit a private dental practice or seek out alternative methods - like clip-on veneers. 

Clip-on veneers: What you need to know

Clip-on veneers act as the perfect alternative to a range of different dental treatments - including dental implants, dentures, and false teeth - as well as disguising insecurities like misalignment, discolouration, and gaps.

Here’s why you should consider clip-on veneers over expensive dental procedures:

Get your new smile from home

If the dental chair isn’t your favourite, don't worry.

You can be approved for clip-in veneers from the comfort of your own home.

All you need to do is complete a smile assessment online.

Once approved, we’ll send over your at-home impression kit, with complete and easy-to-understand instructions for accurate impressions.

When instasmile receives and approves them, we’ll get to work creating your dream smile.

Enjoy a cost-effective solution

If you’re looking to improve the look and function of your smile, but can’t get it done on the NHS, clip-on veneers are here to help.

Costing between £270 and £600 - depending on whether you choose to have the full set, or just top or bottom, and whether you choose our classic or dynamic clip-in veneers - saving you hundreds of pounds compared to taking a trip to a private dentist.

To bring the cost down further, we offer a range of flexible payment options from 0% from providers ClearPay, Klarna, and Partial.ly. Take a look at our clip-on veneers finance options today.

Pain-free experience guaranteed

It’s no secret that dental treatments can be uncomfortable at best.

This leads to many people avoiding appointments due to anxiety and fear of the unknown.

Clip-on veneers are made to your exact measurements, so they’re comfortable and can be worn for as long as you need to - even when you’re eating, drinking, talking, and kissing.

Get your dream smile today

Think clip-in veneers are the smile solution for you?

Learn more about our product range and how it works today!

Get started by taking our online smile assessment.