Needing a tooth removed can be a worrying prospect, but in Scotland, NHS dental extractions are heavily subsidised, making them far more affordable than private treatment elsewhere in the UK.
What Does an NHS Extraction Cost in Scotland?
In Scotland, patients pay 80% of the cost of an NHS extraction up to the maximum treatment cap. The exact charge depends on the complexity of the extraction. A routine extraction is one of the more affordable NHS treatments. For the current extraction charges, visit the NHS Inform dental charges page.
Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Wisdom tooth extractions that require surgery — known as surgical extractions — are also available on the NHS in Scotland at a higher charge than a routine extraction, but still significantly less than private rates.
Free Extractions — Who Qualifies?
Patients under 26, those who are pregnant or have recently given birth, and those receiving certain income-based benefits are entitled to free NHS dental treatment, including extractions. If you think you may qualify, let us know when you book.
Why It Is Worth Registering with an NHS Dentist
Across the border in England, a private tooth extraction can cost well over £200. In Scotland on the NHS, the patient charge is a fraction of that. Registering with an NHS dentist in Scotland is one of the most practical ways to manage dental costs.
GK Dental Hawick
At GK Dental in Hawick, we carry out NHS extractions for registered patients across the Scottish Borders. If you are not yet registered, your first step is a free NHS checkup where we can assess your teeth and discuss any treatment required.
Ready to book your free NHS checkup? Call GK Dental Hawick on 01450 371 777 or visit
gkdentalhawick.co.uk. We are currently welcoming new NHS patients in Hawick and the Scottish Borders.
