How Much Does a Private Dentist Cost in Barnet? 2026 Price Guide

If you are looking for a private dentist in Barnet, one of the first questions you may have is: how much will my treatment actually cost?

There is no single price for private dentistry. The cost depends on what you need, how complex the treatment is, the materials used and whether additional investigations or procedures are required.

For a useful 2026 guide, current fees published by GM Dental And Implant Centre for its Barnet practice include a new patient examination at £47, an existing-patient examination at £42 and an emergency consultation at £55.

The figures below are therefore best treated as examples rather than a quote for your individual treatment.

What does a private dentist in Barnet cost?

Private dental fees are not nationally fixed. The General Dental Council (GDC) explains that practices can set their own private fees, although patients should be given clear information about costs before treatment.

Here are some current GM Dental Barnet fees:

Treatment	Current fee
New patient examination	£47
Existing patient examination	£42
Emergency consultation	£55
Bitewing X-ray	£15
OPG full-mouth X-ray	£69
Hygienist, up to 30 minutes	£76
Composite filling, one surface	From £125
Composite filling, two surfaces	From £182
Simple extraction	From £135
Posterior extraction	From £200
Surgical extraction	From £450
Root canal – incisor/canine	From £336
Root canal – molar	From £510.65
Porcelain crown	From £770
Acrylic denture	From £819

These are published fees for GM Dental’s Barnet and Rochester practices and may change, while treatments marked “from” depend on individual clinical circumstances.

For the latest exact prices, patients should check the practice’s current fees page.

Why can two patients pay very different amounts?

A dental problem rarely comes with a standard price tag.

For example, a small cavity may only require a straightforward composite filling. If decay has reached the nerve, however, the tooth may require root canal treatment and potentially a crown afterwards.

Similarly, removing a tooth can range from a relatively simple extraction to a surgical procedure where the tooth is difficult to access.

Your dentist may therefore need to assess:

• The condition of the tooth and surrounding gums
• How extensive any decay or damage is
• Whether the tooth can be restored
• Whether X-rays are clinically necessary
• The complexity of the proposed procedure
• The materials or laboratory work involved
• Whether additional treatment is needed before the main procedure

This is why a realistic treatment plan is usually more useful than comparing a single headline price.

How much does a dental examination cost?

For many patients, the first expense is the examination.

At GM Dental in Barnet, the published fee is £47 for a new patient examination and £42 for an existing-patient examination. An emergency consultation is listed at £55.

An examination is not simply about looking at the teeth. Your dentist may assess your teeth, gums, bite and overall oral health and recommend X-rays where clinically appropriate.

The aim is to identify what needs attention and, equally importantly, what does not need treatment.

What if I need an emergency dentist in Barnet?

Severe toothache, a broken tooth, dental trauma, swelling or a lost restoration can require prompt assessment.

A private emergency dentist in Barnet may first concentrate on relieving pain, controlling infection or stabilising the damaged tooth. This does not necessarily mean the entire problem will be permanently treated during the emergency appointment.

For example, an emergency appointment may establish that a painful tooth requires root canal treatment, extraction or another procedure at a subsequent visit.

If you develop severe facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or uncontrolled bleeding, this can require urgent medical attention rather than simply waiting for a routine dental appointment.

How much do dental implants cost in Barnet?

Implant treatment is considerably more involved than routine dentistry, so the total cost varies according to the number of teeth involved and whether preparatory treatment is necessary.

GM Dental currently lists:

• Implant consultation: £85
• Implant placement: from £1,380
• Implant with porcelain crown: from £2,237
• Implant with zirconia crown: from £2,375
• Two-implant overdenture: from £6,500
• Four-implant overdenture: from £9,500
• All-on-4, single arch with standard fixed bridge: from £11,980

Additional procedures, such as bone grafting or other preparatory treatment, may affect the final cost.

Private dentistry versus NHS dentistry

Private and NHS dentistry work differently.

NHS dental charges in England are set nationally. From 1 April 2026, the standard NHS charges are £27.90 for Band 1, £76.60 for Band 2 and £332.10 for Band 3, subject to the relevant rules and exemptions.

Private dentistry does not use these NHS bands. The price is determined by the practice and the treatment provided.

That does not automatically make private treatment “better” or “worse”. The important question is whether the proposed treatment is clinically appropriate for you and whether you understand the alternatives and costs.

What should you ask before agreeing to treatment?

Before starting significant private treatment, ask for a clear written treatment plan.

The GDC says patients should receive information about the proposed treatment, realistic costs and whether care is being provided privately or under the NHS. If the plan changes, the updated information should also be explained.

It is reasonable to ask:

• What treatment do I actually need?
• Are there alternatives?
• What happens if I delay treatment?
• What is included in the quoted price?
• Are X-rays or scans additional?
• Could the cost change during treatment?
• What aftercare will I need?

A good dental consultation should leave you understanding why treatment has been recommended, not simply how much it costs.

The most useful way to compare private dentist prices

The cheapest advertised fee is not necessarily the cheapest overall treatment.

Instead, compare the complete treatment plan, what is included, the materials being used, any additional procedures and the follow-up arrangements.

For patients in Barnet, the sensible first step is usually a proper examination. Once your dentist understands the condition of your teeth and gums, they can explain the available options and give you a more meaningful estimate of the likely cost.

Prices referenced in this guide are published fees checked in September 2026 and can change. Treatment suitability and final costs depend on individual clinical assessment.