Byways Dental Practice

What NHS treatment costs

The same at every NHS practice in England. Who is it for?

• Band 1Check-up, X-rays, scale and polish if needed, advice£27.90
• Urgent carePain relief or a temporary fix£27.90
• Band 2Band 1, plus fillings, root canals and extractions£76.60
• Band 3Bands 1 and 2, plus crowns, dentures and bridges£332.10

NHS charges for adults in England, from 1 April 2026. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland charge differently.

Private prices

From the practice's published fee list. Compared with the typical price in Reading where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.

Consultation

• Routine Examination (Adult) £55 £3 below Reading typical
• New Patient Examination (Adult) £95 £15 above Reading typical
• Emergency Appointment £85
• Endodontic Consultation £60
• Periodontics Consultation £195

Preventive

• Fissure Sealant £45

Hygiene

• Hygienist Appointment (30 min) £79 About Reading typical
• Hygienist Appointment (60 min) £120
• Periodontal Deep Clean (per Quadrant) £158
• Hygienist Appointment (Airflow) £22

Restorative

• Composite (White) Filling £150 About Reading typical
• Amalgam (Silver) Filling £130
• Post and Core £200
• Dental Onlay £800

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment £800 £200 above Reading typical
• Root Canal Retreatment £950

Oral Surgery

• Simple Tooth Extraction £200 £12 above Reading typical
• Surgical Extraction £450
• Wisdom Tooth Extraction £500
• Bone Graft £650

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Treatment £2,000 £350 below Reading typical
• Clear Aligners (Other) £3,000
• Orthodontic Retainer £650
• Orthodontic Consultation £60

Cosmetic

• Home Teeth Whitening £375 £20 below Reading typical
• Facial Aesthetics £200

Diagnostic

• Dental X-Ray £20 About Reading typical
• Panoramic X-Ray £75
• CBCT Scan £105

Prosthetics

• Porcelain Crown £700 £98 below Reading typical
• Zirconia Crown £800
• Porcelain Veneer £800
• Gold Crown £1,000
• Dental Bridge £800
• Full Acrylic Denture £700
• Flexible Denture £900
• Metal (Cobalt-Chrome) Denture £1,800

Protective

• Sports Mouthguard £200

Implantology

• Implant Consultation £150
• Single Tooth Implant £2,500 £150 below Reading typical

Sedation

• IV Sedation £375

Prices for a standard adult case. Ask for a written treatment plan first. Report a wrong price

Opening times

Treatments and facilities

About Byways Dental Practice

Patients looking for a trusted dental clinic in Checkendon, near Reading, will find Byways Dental Practice at The Forge, RG8 0SP. The practice provides a wide range of general and specialist care, with a friendly approach designed to put patients at ease from routine appointments to more complex needs. With a strong local reputation and a 4.9/5 Google rating from 147 reviews, it’s a popular choice for those searching online for dependable dentistry in the Reading area. Care is available across general dentistry, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry, supporting patients who want to maintain their oral health as well as those considering improvements to their smile. The team also offers dental hygienist services to help with prevention and ongoing gum health, alongside restorative options for patients who need help after wear, damage or decay. For patients exploring longer-term solutions, the practice provides dental implants and periodontist input where appropriate, supporting those who may require specialist periodontal care. Orthodontic treatment options include Invisalign, helping patients straighten teeth discreetly while maintaining comfort and confidence. Byways Dental Practice is accepting some NHS patients, alongside private appointments, making it a flexible option for different budgets and treatment preferences.

Reviews

4.9 (229 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.

Team

• Dr Pavan GognaPrincipal Dentist, BDS Hons (KCL), Diploma in Endodontics (UCL), MJDFGDC 82478
• Dr Shekha BhuvaSpecialist Periodontist & Implant Dentist, Master’s in Clinical Dentistry (Periodontology) with distinctionGDC 85835
• Lauren PriceGeneral Dentist, BDS (Cardiff University)GDC 229101
• Dr Amita AggarwalPrincipal Dentist, BDS (University of Birmingham), MJDF RCSGDC 85523

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