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15A Cumberland St, Devonport, Plymouth PL1 4DX, PL1 4DX
53 North Hill, Plymouth PL4 8HB, PL4 8HB
42 Milehouse Rd, Plymouth PL3 4DA, PL3 4DA
15A Cumberland St, Devonport, Plymouth PL1 4DX, PL1 4DX
53 North Hill, Plymouth PL4 8HB, PL4 8HB
42 Milehouse Rd, Plymouth PL3 4DA, PL3 4DA
Median of the prices actually published by Plymouth practices we track, next to the UK median for the same treatment. Private fees only — NHS treatment is charged at fixed national band rates.
| Treatment | UK median | Plymouth |
|---|---|---|
| New patient examination | £77 £50–£120 | £85 from 16 practices |
| Routine check-up | £60 £40–£83 | £75 from 17 practices |
| Hygienist appointment (30 min) | £80 £60–£105 | £95 from 13 practices |
| Scale & polish | £70 £40–£100 | £105 from 5 practices |
| Dental X-ray | £15 £9–£25 | £16 from 15 practices |
| Composite (white) filling | £150 £90–£217 | £175 from 16 practices |
| Simple tooth extraction | £154 £90–£250 | £174 from 15 practices |
| Root canal treatment | £450 £248–£780 | £625 from 14 practices |
| Porcelain crown | £720 £461–£995 | £890 from 14 practices |
| Home teeth whitening | £378 £275–£500 | £360 from 13 practices |
| Single tooth implant | £2,500 £1,475–£3,300 | £3,000 from 13 practices |
| Invisalign | £2,975 £1,500–£4,200 | £2,350 from 8 practices |
Based on fees published by dental practices in Plymouth; medians shown where at least 3 practices list a price. See the full UK dental price guide
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