NHS Dental Treatment Price Increase Announcement
Effective Date and Overview
It has been confirmed that starting on 1st April 2024, NHS dental treatment charges in England and Wales will see an increase. In England, NHS dental charges will rise by 4% compared to the previous year’s rates.
New Charges in England
Below is a breakdown of the current and new charges for NHS dental treatments in England:
| Current Charge | 1st April 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Band 1 | £25.80 | £26.80 |
| Band 2 | £70.70 | £73.50 |
| Band 3 | £306.80 | £319.10 |
| Urgent or emergency treatment | £25.80 | £26.80 |
New Charges in Wales
In Wales, NHS dental charges will increase significantly, with hikes ranging from 27.7% to over 50%. The updated charges are as follows:
| Current Charge | 1st April 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Band 1 | £14.70 | £20.00 |
| Band 2 | £47.00 | £60.00 |
| Band 3 | £203.00 | £260.10 |
| Urgent or emergency treatment | £14.70 | £30.00 |
Understanding Band Charges
In both England and Wales, the amount you will pay depends on the Band classification of the dental treatment required. You will be charged according to one Band for the entire course of treatment. For detailed information on what each Band includes, please visit this link.
Exemptions from NHS Dental Charges
Certain individuals are exempt from paying NHS dental charges. You are exempt if you:
– Are under 18 years old.
– Are under 19 years old and in full-time education.
– Are pregnant or have a baby under 12 months old.
– Receive Universal Credit, Income Support, or income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance/Employment and Support Allowance.
– Get Pension Credit Guarantee Credit.
– Hold an HC2 certificate.
– Have an NHS Tax Credit Exemption Certificate.
If you have a low income, you may be eligible for assistance with NHS costs. To apply for help, please visit this link.
Publication Date
This information was published on 26th April 2024.