Dental 397

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 Exeter where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.

Consultation

• New Patient Examination (Child) £67.50
• Routine Examination (Adult) £65 £3 below Exeter typical
• Periodontics Consultation £277.76
• New Patient Examination (Adult) £195 £72 above Exeter typical
• Emergency Appointment £77.50

Hygiene

• Periodontal Deep Clean (per Quadrant) £275
• Hygienist Appointment (Airflow) £116.48
• Hygienist Appointment (30 min) £90 About Exeter typical

Restorative

• Dental Inlay £962.08
• Composite (White) Filling £231.17 £69 above Exeter typical
• Temporary Filling £116.48
• Amalgam (Silver) Filling £127.52

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment £589.12 £10 above Exeter typical

Oral Surgery

• Simple Tooth Extraction £265.34 £70 above Exeter typical
• Surgical Extraction £398.65
• Bone Graft £474.88

Orthodontics

• Orthodontic Consultation £90
• Orthodontic Treatment (Generic) £2,385.60

Cosmetic

• Home Teeth Whitening £560 £135 above Exeter typical
• In-Surgery Teeth Whitening £560

Other

• Other £56

Diagnostic

• Dental X-Ray £23.50 £3.50 above Exeter typical
• Panoramic X-Ray £85

Implantology

• Implant Consultation £91.84
• Single Tooth Implant £3,598.56 £449 above Exeter typical

Prosthetics

• Partial Acrylic Denture £1,450.29
• Metal (Cobalt-Chrome) Denture £1,893.36
• Porcelain Crown £957.44 £126 above Exeter typical
• Flexible Denture £1,865.12

Protective

• Sports Mouthguard £165
• Night Guard / Occlusal Splint £166.88

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

Opening times

From the practice's Google listing. When it's closed, NHS 111 can arrange urgent dental care.

Treatments and facilities

About Dental 397

Dental 397 in Exeter offers a wide range of care for the whole family, with a focus on oral health and cosmetic improvements. The practice promotes teeth straightening options, dental implants to help fill gaps, and cosmetic dentistry for a more confident look. Alongside this, it highlights general dentistry for check-ups, plus preventative care aimed at keeping patients healthy. Treatment options also include periodontal surgery for surgical treatment needs, crowns and bridges for weakened teeth, and root canal treatment. The practice also lists emergency dental care, teeth whitening, and children’s dentistry, alongside dental hygiene services provided by a dental hygienist. The team includes a principal dentist, Dr Dapo Olotu, and other roles such as a dental therapist and hygienist (Miss Hannah Fay) and dental nurses. Chelcie Forbes is described as the lead dental nurse, supporting clinicians and creating a calming, trusting environment, while Jason Lancaster is listed as a trainee dental nurse. The website also mentions invisible braces, and online booking plus contact options.

Reviews

4.9 (166 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.

Team

• Dr Dapo OlotuPrincipal DentistGDC 84579
• Dr Halil BakicDentistGDC 326176
• Dr Oladapo OlotuDentist, Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (with the Royal College of Surgeons England), continuing professional development (evidence portfolio)

Every dentist must be on the General Dental Council register.