Start Smiling

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 Ingatestone where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.

Consultation

• New Patient Examination (Adult) £149 £72 above UK typical
• Routine Examination (Adult) £75 £15 above UK typical
• New Patient Examination (Child) £25
• Emergency Appointment £75

Preventive

• Fissure Sealant £59

Hygiene

• Hygienist Appointment (30 min) £133 £53 above UK typical

Restorative

• Composite (White) Filling £177 £27 above UK typical

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment £491 £41 above UK typical

Oral Surgery

• Simple Tooth Extraction £113 £41 below UK typical
• Surgical Extraction £250

Orthodontics

• Clear Aligners (Other) £2,120
• Fixed Braces £2,250

Cosmetic

• Composite Bonding £200
• Home Teeth Whitening £400 £22 above UK typical

Diagnostic

• Dental X-Ray £15 About UK typical

Prosthetics

• Porcelain Crown £800 £80 above UK typical
• Dental Bridge £800
• Full Acrylic Denture £1,800
• Metal (Cobalt-Chrome) Denture £1,200
• Denture Repair £113
• Denture Reline £170
• Porcelain Veneer £800
• Composite Veneer £400

Protective

• Night Guard / Occlusal Splint £177

Other

• Other £213

Implantology

• Single Tooth Implant £1,500 £1,000 below UK typical

Sedation

• IV Sedation £300

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

Opening times

Treatments and facilities

About Start Smiling

For patients in Ingatestone seeking a calm, friendly dental experience, Start Smiling at 5 Market Pl, CM4 0BY aims to make every visit as comfortable as possible. The practice focuses on pain-free dentistry in a stress-free environment, helping nervous patients feel at ease from the moment they arrive. Their team provides general dentistry to support everyday oral health, alongside cosmetic dentistry for those looking to improve the look of their smile. Dental hygienist services are also available to help patients maintain healthy gums and freshen their routine between appointments. Start Smiling also supports patients who may need more specialist care, including dental implants and periodontal support. This makes it a helpful option for people searching locally for comprehensive treatment pathways, from prevention and hygiene to longer-term restorative plans. NHS status isn’t specified in the available information, so patients are advised to contact the practice directly to confirm current NHS availability. With a 5/5 Google rating from 64 reviews, many local patients value the care they receive at this Ingatestone dental practice.

Reviews

5.0 (133 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.