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The Gardens Dental Practice - Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry and More
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The Gardens Dental Practice - Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry and More

4.9 (78 reviews) 18 Cornwall Rd, Dorchester DT1 1RU
Opening hours Today: 8:30am to 5pm
All hours

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 Dorchester where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.

Consultation

  • New Patient Examination (Adult) £80 £3 above UK typical
  • Routine Examination (Adult) £55 £5 below UK typical

Hygiene

  • Hygienist Appointment (30 min) £99 £19 above UK typical
  • Hygienist Appointment (60 min) £132
  • Periodontal Deep Clean (per Quadrant) £165

Restorative

  • Composite (White) Filling £150 About UK typical

Endodontics

  • Root Canal Treatment £420 £30 below UK typical

Oral Surgery

  • Simple Tooth Extraction £235 £81 above UK typical
  • Surgical Extraction £400
  • Bone Graft £350
  • Sinus Lift £1,200

Cosmetic

  • Home Teeth Whitening £200 £178 below UK typical
  • Facial Aesthetics £160

Diagnostic

  • Dental X-Ray £15 About UK typical
  • Panoramic X-Ray £55
  • CBCT Scan £195

Prosthetics

  • Gold Crown £800
  • Porcelain Crown £790 £70 above UK typical
  • Dental Bridge £780
  • Porcelain Veneer £820
  • Partial Acrylic Denture £721
  • Full Acrylic Denture £944
  • Metal (Cobalt-Chrome) Denture £965

Implantology

  • Single Tooth Implant £2,700 £200 above UK typical
  • Implant-Stabilised Denture £3,000
  • All-on-4 Implants £14,500

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

Opening times

Monday8:30am to 5pm
Tuesday8:30am to 5pm
Wednesday8:30am to 5pm
Thursday8:30am to 5pm
Friday (today)8:30am to 5pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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

Treatments and facilities

Dental implantsCosmetic dentistryHygienistDenturesOral surgeryFacial aestheticsTeeth whitening

About The Gardens Dental Practice - Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry and More

Based in 18 Cornwall Rd, Dorchester, The Gardens Dental Practice supports patients looking for a trusted dental clinic in the DT1 area. With a strong focus on implants and cosmetic dentistry, the team helps people explore options for restoring confidence in their smile while also offering comprehensive general dental care for the whole family. For those considering dental implants, the practice provides referral-only oral surgery support through the appropriate NHS pathway. The clinic also includes dental hygienist services aimed at helping patients maintain healthy teeth and gums, alongside denture care to support comfort and function over time. Cosmetic dentistry is a key part of the service, including teeth whitening for patients who want to brighten their smile. In addition, the practice offers access to a skin care clinic, making it a convenient choice for patients who like to manage related wellbeing needs in one location. With an excellent local reputation reflected in its 4.9/5 Google rating, and a referral-only NHS status for relevant treatments, the practice is well placed for patients searching for implant care, cosmetic treatments, and supportive ongoing dental maintenance in Dorchester.

Reviews

4.9 (78 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.

Read the reviews on Google

Team

  • Dr Matthew HigginsonPrincipal Dentist & Company Director, BSc (Hons), BDS, PGDip, PGCert ImplantologyGDC 150205
  • Dr Philip McCauleyDentist with Special Interest in Oral Surgery and Implants, BSc, BDS, MFDS RCS ED. FICOIGDC 76491
  • Dr Izabella BryantDentist, BDS, MFGDP(UK), CMI RAFGDC 81295
  • Dr Mike WiktorAssociate Dentist, Lek Dent, PG Cert Contemporary Restorative and Aesthetic DentistryGDC 204241

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