About
Appletree Dental Surgery is a friendly dental practice located in Herne, just outside Canterbury. This practice provides a calm and relaxing atmosphere and is known for being welcoming to all patients, including those who are nervous about dental visits.
Services
Dental Clinic
💷 Pricing
Transparent pricing for common services. Prices last updated 10/12/2025.
Consultation
New Patient Examination (Adult) Comprehensive oral health assessment for new adult patients, including x-rays if required.
£95 Typical: £70–£120
New Patient Examination (Child) Dental check-up for new child patients, usually including advice on brushing and diet.
£49 Typical: £30–£60
Routine Examination (Adult) Regular dental check-up for existing adult patients to maintain oral health.
£64 Typical: £45–£80
Routine Examination (Child) Ongoing check-up for existing child patients.
£35 Typical: £25–£50
Full Treatment Planning A comprehensive assessment and development of a long-term, phased treatment plan to address all your dental health needs, including diagnostic tests, analysis, and prioritised recommendations.
£395 Typical: £75–£250
Preventive
Dental X-Ray A diagnostic imaging procedure that uses low levels of radiation to capture detailed images of your teeth, jawbone, and surrounding structures. It helps dentists detect hidden dental problems like decay between teeth, bone loss, abscesses, and impacted teeth that aren't visible during a regular examination.
£18 Typical: £25–£80
Hygiene
Hygienist Appointment (30 minutes) Professional clean and polish session to remove plaque and tartar (short session).
£93 Typical: £60–£90
Scale and Polish Basic cleaning of teeth to remove plaque and minor stains.
£75 Typical: £50–£80
Restorative
Root Canal Treatment (Single Tooth) Treatment to remove infection and save a tooth from extraction.
£945 Typical: £300–£700
White Composite Filling Tooth-coloured resin filling used to restore decayed or damaged teeth.
£165 Typical: £90–£250
Gold Crown A gold crown is a long-lasting, strong restoration made from precious metal alloy that is custom-fitted to cap a damaged or weakened tooth. It is highly durable and biocompatible, making it a traditional choice for back teeth where strength is most important.
£900 Typical: £750–£1200
Dental Crown (Porcelain) Tooth-shaped cap placed over a tooth to restore its shape and strength.
£980 Typical: £550–£900
Dental Bridge Fixed prosthetic replacement for one or more missing teeth.
£1,500 Typical: £600–£1,200
Wax Up A wax up is a diagnostic procedure where a model of the patient's teeth is sculpted in wax to plan and preview the final shape and appearance of dental restorations like crowns, veneers, or bridges.
£85 Typical: £75–£300
Implant-Supported Bridge A fixed dental prosthesis that replaces multiple missing teeth using dental implants as support anchors. Unlike traditional bridges, this solution does not require reducing adjacent healthy teeth and is supported entirely by implants placed in the jawbone.
£4,950 Typical: £3500–£12000
Pediatric
Child Scale and Polish A gentle professional cleaning of a child's teeth and gums performed by a dental hygienist, which removes plaque, tartar, and surface stains to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.
£33 Typical: £40–£75
Endodontics
Endodontic Microsurgery A specialised surgical procedure, often called apicectomy or apicoectomy, where the tip of a tooth's root is accessed and treated to save a tooth when a standard root canal has been unsuccessful. It involves the careful removal of infected tissue and sealing of the root end using a surgical microscope for enhanced precision.
£645 Typical: £800–£2000
Endodontic Consultation An initial assessment with a specialist endodontist to evaluate the health of the tooth's pulp and roots, and determine if root canal treatment is necessary. This typically includes clinical examination, X-rays, and a discussion of treatment options.
£95 Typical: £80–£180
Orthodontics
Invisalign Treatment A clear aligner system that straightens teeth using a series of custom-made, removable trays. It's a discreet alternative to traditional metal braces for correcting various orthodontic issues.
£4,650 Typical: £2000–£5500
Cosmetic
Dental Veneers Thin, custom-made shells of porcelain or composite resin that are bonded to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. They are used to address issues like discolouration, chips, gaps, or minor misalignment.
£750 Typical: £500–£1,500
Teeth Whitening (In-Surgery) Professional in-chair whitening treatment for faster results.
£600 Typical: £350–£600
Composite Bonding Composite bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure where tooth-coloured resin material is applied to repair, restore, or enhance the appearance of a tooth's shape, size, or colour.
£285 Typical: £150–£400
Oral Surgery
Tooth Extraction (Simple) Removal of a tooth under local anaesthetic.
£195 Typical: £90–£200
Surgical Extraction (Complex) Complex or impacted tooth extraction, often surgical.
£250 Typical: £200–£400
Implant Consultation An initial assessment to determine your suitability for a dental implant. This includes an examination, discussion of treatment options, and often the creation of a personalised treatment plan.
£95 Typical: £75–£200
Bone Graft A surgical procedure to rebuild or augment jawbone that has been lost due to tooth extraction, gum disease, or injury, often in preparation for dental implant placement.
£460 Typical: £400–£1200
Sinus Lift A surgical procedure that adds bone to the upper jaw to increase bone height in the sinus area, typically performed to enable dental implant placement.
£450 Typical: £800–£1,500
Prosthetics
Partial Acrylic Denture Removable acrylic denture replacing several missing teeth.
£1,000 Typical: £650–£1,200
Full Acrylic Denture Complete removable denture for one or both arches.
£1,400 Typical: £850–£1,350
Metal Denture (Cobalt-Chrome) Lightweight metal-based denture offering improved comfort and strength.
£1,650 Typical: £950–£1,500
Protective
Sports Mouthguard (Soft) Custom-made soft gum shield for sports use.
£120 Typical: £100–£150
Implantology
Dental Implant (Single Tooth) Titanium implant and crown used to permanently replace a missing tooth.
£250 Typical: £2,000–£3,000
Prices are subject to change and may vary based on individual circumstances. Please contact the practice for the most up-to-date pricing.
Opening Hours
Monday 08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:30
Thursday 08:00 - 17:30
Friday 08:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
Sunday Closed