Luton Arches Dental

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

Opening times

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

Treatments and facilities

About Luton Arches Dental

Dental emergencies can’t always wait, and when severe toothache, a knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled bleeding, facial swelling, or a cracked tooth exposing the nerve strikes, prompt attention matters. The information highlights that ignoring these symptoms can risk permanent tooth loss, spreading infection, or serious complications, especially where injury or infection may be involved. The guidance also explains that not every minor issue needs immediate care, noting that small chips or sensitivity may be suitable for a regular appointment. However, it flags urgent signs such as severe persistent pain with swelling or fever, an avulsed tooth where time is critical, broken teeth with sharp pain, and abscess symptoms like a pus-filled bump and bad taste. For first aid, it advises handling a knocked-out tooth by the crown only and rinsing gently if dirty, then seeking dental care as quickly as possible. For bleeding or trauma, it recommends firm pressure with sterile gauze, and for swelling it suggests careful warm saltwater rinses while avoiding any attempt to pop or lance an abscess. This content is general emergency advice and does not provide specific details about services, accreditations, or appointment arrangements for the Luton Arches Dental practice in Chatham.

Reviews

3.8 (63 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.