The Dental Surgery
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
This practice doesn't publish private prices. Ask for a written estimate before treatment.A private check-up typically costs £60 in the UK.
Opening times
| Monday | 8:30am to 5pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30am to 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am to 5pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am to 6pm |
| Friday (today) | 8:30am to 2pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
From the practice's Google listing. When it's closed, NHS 111 can arrange urgent dental care.
Treatments and facilities
About The Dental Surgery
Based in Broadstairs, The Dental Surgery offers a range of dental care for patients across Thanet and Canterbury. The practice is led by principal James Opperman, described as a local dentist for over 23 years, and it highlights a focus on thorough, understanding treatment, with reception staff praised as cheerful and helpful in patient feedback. For those seeking private dental care, the website notes “private dental care at an affordable price” and outlines services including crowns, fixed bridges and root canal treatments. Crowns are explained as artificial restorations that fit over a prepared tooth to strengthen and shape it, with options such as porcelain crowns for front teeth. Fixed bridges are presented as a way to replace teeth across a gap, supported by teeth on either side, using metal and porcelain or porcelain. Cosmetic dentistry is also featured, including dermal fillers and wrinkle reduction treatments, alongside cosmetic options to address crooked or discoloured teeth. The practice states it is situated about 200 metres from the Broadstairs seafront on Ramsgate Road, aiming to provide a smart, modern and peaceful atmosphere where patients can feel at ease.
Reviews
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