The Dental Wave

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 Southsea where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.

Consultation

• Routine Examination (Adult) £85 £37 above Southsea typical
• Routine Examination (Child) £45

Hygiene

• Scale and Polish £85 £15 above UK typical
• Hygienist Appointment (60 min) £150
• Periodontal Deep Clean (per Quadrant) £1,800

Restorative

• Composite (White) Filling £148.50 £3.50 below Southsea typical

Oral Surgery

• Simple Tooth Extraction £114.75 £5.25 below Southsea typical
• Surgical Extraction £236.25
• Wisdom Tooth Extraction £472.50
• Bone Graft £500
• Sinus Lift £1,000

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Treatment £4,100 £1,132 above UK typical
• Clear Aligners (Other) £4,800

Cosmetic

• Composite Bonding £567
• Home Teeth Whitening £310 £40 below Southsea typical

Prosthetics

• Denture Repair £243
• Denture Reline £526.50
• Porcelain Veneer £985
• Gold Crown £1,046.25
• Porcelain Crown £1,046.25 £246 above Southsea typical
• Zirconia Crown £1,046.25
• Dental Bridge £3,557.25
• Full Acrylic Denture £1,890
• Partial Acrylic Denture £1,620
• Metal (Cobalt-Chrome) Denture £1,917

Other

• Other £74.25

Diagnostic

• Dental X-Ray £13.50 About UK typical
• Panoramic X-Ray £70

Implantology

• Single Tooth Implant £2,800 £300 above UK typical

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.

About The Dental Wave

The Dental Wave at 27 Highland Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth provides friendly, high-quality dental care for patients across Southsea and the wider Portsmouth area. With a welcoming approach and a strong local reputation, the practice is well placed for anyone looking for regular check-ups or treatment that fits around their routine, whether they prefer ongoing support or one-off appointments. As a private dental clinic, The Dental Wave offers both membership plans and pay-as-you-go dentistry, giving patients flexibility in how they manage their oral health. The team can arrange hygienist appointments to help keep teeth and gums feeling their best, alongside restorative treatments such as fillings. For those looking to improve the appearance of their smile, teeth whitening is available. The practice also supports more complex dental needs, including Invisalign for orthodontic-style alignment, as well as bridges and crowns to restore function and appearance. Dental implants may be an option for patients who want a more permanent solution to tooth loss, with treatment planned to suit individual circumstances. With an excellent Google rating of 4.6/5 from 164 reviews, The Dental Wave is a trusted choice for private dental care in Southsea, Portsmouth.

Reviews

4.8 (241 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.

Team

• Dr James Escoda-FrancoliOral Surgeon, Implantologist, Periodontal Specialist, BDS, MCHD, DDSGDC 256969
• Dr Sybille McKayAssociate DentistGDC 106682
• Dr Beatrice (Betty) RiddleAssociate DentistGDC 228612
• Dr Antonia SalzlPractice Owner and DentistGDC 107373

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