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2 Atkinson Rd, Fulwell, Sunderland SR6 9AR, SR6 9AR
11 Grange Terrace, Sunderland SR2 7DF, SR2 7DF
217 Chester Rd, Sunderland SR4 7TU, SR4 7TU
2 Atkinson Rd, Fulwell, Sunderland SR6 9AR, SR6 9AR
11 Grange Terrace, Sunderland SR2 7DF, SR2 7DF
217 Chester Rd, Sunderland SR4 7TU, SR4 7TU
Median of the prices actually published by Sunderland 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 | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| New patient examination | £77 £50–£120 | Not published locally |
| Routine check-up | £60 £40–£83 | Not published locally |
| Hygienist appointment (30 min) | £80 £60–£105 | Not published locally |
| Scale & polish | £70 £40–£100 | Not published locally |
| Dental X-ray | £15 £9–£25 | Not published locally |
| Composite (white) filling | £150 £90–£217 | £170 from 3 practices |
| Simple tooth extraction | £154 £90–£250 | £160 from 3 practices |
| Root canal treatment | £450 £248–£780 | £400 from 3 practices |
| Porcelain crown | £720 £461–£995 | £725 from 3 practices |
| Home teeth whitening | £378 £275–£500 | £299 from 3 practices |
| Single tooth implant | £2,500 £1,475–£3,300 | £3,897 from 4 practices |
| Invisalign | £2,975 £1,500–£4,200 | Not published locally |
Based on fees published by dental practices in Sunderland; medians shown where at least 3 practices list a price. See the full UK dental price guide
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If you're on a low income or receive certain benefits, you may qualify for free or reduced-cost NHS dental treatment. Eligibility includes those receiving Universal Credit, Income Support, or Pension Credit. NHS dental charges are significantly lower than private treatment costs.
Find an NHS dentist near you — NHS.uk
