Whickham Dental Practice

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 Newcastle upon Tyne where enough practices publish one, otherwise the UK.

Consultation

• Routine Examination (Adult) £66 £6 above Newcastle upon Tyne typical

Hygiene

• Hygienist Appointment (30 min) £67.50 £11 below Newcastle upon Tyne typical

Restorative

• Composite (White) Filling £135 £15 below Newcastle upon Tyne typical

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment £475 £100 above Newcastle upon Tyne typical

Diagnostic

• Dental X-Ray £25 £5 above Newcastle upon Tyne typical

Prosthetics

• Porcelain Crown £735 £40 above Newcastle upon Tyne typical

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

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About Whickham Dental Practice

Whickham Dental Practice offers a calm, welcoming and supportive environment for patients visiting 26 Front St, Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne. With a family-focused approach, the team aims to make every appointment feel straightforward and comfortable, taking time to listen and explain what to expect at each stage of treatment. Patients can also benefit from guidance from the initial consultation through to aftercare, helping them feel confident about their dental health. The practice provides general dentistry services for those looking for routine care and ongoing support. Whether someone is attending for regular check-ups or needing help to maintain good oral health, the emphasis is on clear communication and practical next steps. This makes the practice a useful option for local residents in Whickham and the wider Newcastle upon Tyne area who want friendly care they can rely on. Please note that Whickham Dental Practice is currently not accepting NHS patients. For people searching for private general dental care in Whickham, the practice has built strong patient feedback, with a Google rating of 4.9/5 from 205 reviews, reflecting consistently positive experiences.

Reviews

4.9 (541 reviews) on Google. Our ranking allows for how many reviews a practice has.

Team

• Paul McGuirkDentist, BDS Newcastle (UK) 2002GDC 81506
• Andrew DixonPrincipal Dentist, BDS Newcastle (UK) 2000, MFGDP (UK) 2006GDC 77852
• David FurnessDentist, BDS Newcastle (UK) 2015GDC 259243
• Kerry WilsonDentist, BDS Manchester (UK) 2015GDC 270918
• Rob GairDentist, BDS Newcastle (UK) 2015GDC 258511

Every dentist must be on the General Dental Council register.