Disclaimer
Applies to emergency appointments only.
Now Accredited: Urgent Dental Access Centre at Alpha Dental Care Eston
We’re proud to now offer Emergency and Urgent Dental Appointments for patients in need of fast, effective care.
Emergency Appointments
- Book an emergency appointment immediately if:
- You’re in severe dental pain that isn’t relieved by painkillers and is disrupting your sleep
- You have a visible swelling to your face or jaw
Urgent Appointments
- You may still qualify for an urgent appointment if:
- You’re experiencing dental pain that is manageable with pain relief
- You have other urgent dental issues such as broken fillings, gum concerns, or other oral health problems
Contact us today if you need urgent or emergency dental care.
Who is entitled to free NHS dental treatment?
You do not have to pay for NHS dental treatment if, when your treatment starts, you are:
- under 18
- under 19 and in full-time education
- pregnant or you’ve had a baby in the 12 months before treatment starts
- staying in an NHS hospital and the hospital dentist carries out your treatment
You can also get free NHS dental treatment if, when the treatment starts or when you’re asked to pay:
- you’re included in an award of Income Support, income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance or Pension Credit guarantee credit
- you’re named on, or entitled to, a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate
- you’re named on a valid HC2 certificate
- If you’re named on a valid HC3 certificate, you may not have to pay for all your NHS dental treatment. HC2 and HC3 certificates are issued under the NHS Low Income Scheme – see below
You will not be exempt from paying for NHS dental treatment because you receive one of the benefits below when paid on their own*:
- Incapacity Benefit
- Contribution-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Contribution-based Employment and Support Allowance
- Disability Living Allowance
- Council Tax Benefit
- Housing Benefit
- Pension Credit savings credit
*if unsure please contact the Department of Work and Pensions
Proof of your entitlement
You’ll be asked to show your dentist written proof that you’re entitled to help with dental treatment costs. This will vary depending on your circumstances.
