How often should I have a dental check-up?

Six-monthly check-ups suit most people, though some patients need to come in more or less often depending on their oral health. Your dentist will tell you what interval suits you best.

Yes — where your dentist judges an X-ray to be clinically necessary during the appointment, it's included in the price.

What happens during my first appointment?

We start by talking through your dental and medical history, then carry out a thorough examination of your teeth, gums and mouth. Everything we find is explained clearly, and we'll answer your questions before discussing any recommendations.

What if I haven't seen a dentist for years?

No need to worry — plenty of the patients we see are returning to a dentist after a long gap. Nobody here will judge you; our job is simply to help get your oral health back where it should be.

Do you check for mouth cancer?

Yes — an oral cancer screening is built into every routine examination we carry out. Spotting changes early can make a real difference to the outcome.

Will you pressure me into treatment?

Not at all. We'll set out anything we find, explain your options and answer any questions, then leave the decision entirely up to you, in your own time.

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Preventative Dentistry

Dental Check-ups
protecting your smile for life.

A regular check-up is still the simplest way to protect your teeth and gums for the long run. Whether you're new to the practice or have been coming to us on Morgan Street for years, we'll help you catch small problems before they turn into bigger, costlier ones.

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Time in chair: 30–40 min
Recovery: None
Results last: Supports lifelong oral health
Reversible: N/A

Overview — 001

Catch a problem early and it's nearly always quicker, simpler and cheaper to sort out.

There's a lot more to a check-up than a quick look for holes. We go through your teeth, gums, any existing dental work and your general oral health, watching for the first signs of decay, gum disease, wear and anything else that might affect your smile. Where X-rays are clinically needed, they're included in the examination at no extra cost.

Thorough examination by an experienced dentist
X-rays included whenever clinically necessary
Early detection of dental problems
Oral cancer screening included
Personalised advice for maintaining your smile
Clear explanation of any treatment options

The process — 002

How it goes, step by step.

4 stages

01
5–10 min
Medical history
We go over your medical history, talk through any worries you have, and find out what you're hoping to achieve for your oral health.
5–10 min
02
20–30 min
Comprehensive examination
Your dentist checks over your teeth, gums, bite and any existing dental work as part of a complete oral health assessment.
20–30 min
03
5 min
X-rays (if required)
Where it's clinically justified, digital X-rays are taken to pick up on anything that can't be spotted with the naked eye.
5 min
04
10 min
Personalised plan
We talk you through what we've found, answer whatever questions you have, and suggest treatment or preventative care where it's needed.
10 min

Ready to talk it through?

Book a dental check-ups consultation — or give us a ring.

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Results — 003

Before and after, real patients.

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Pricing — 004

Fixed pricing, agreed before we start.

Nobody likes a surprise bill, us included — every plan is set out in writing up front, so there's nothing unexpected waiting for you at reception.

Price

£50 / £30

new patient examination / existing patient check-up

Comprehensive dental examination
Full oral health assessment
Oral cancer screening
X-rays if clinically required
Personalised treatment recommendations

A first examination for new patients costs £50, and returning patients pay £30 for a check-up. Clinically necessary X-rays are never charged as an extra.

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Questions — 005

The things people actually ask.

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Six-monthly check-ups suit most people, though some patients need to come in more or less often depending on their oral health. Your dentist will tell you what interval suits you best.
Yes — where your dentist judges an X-ray to be clinically necessary during the appointment, it's included in the price.
We start by talking through your dental and medical history, then carry out a thorough examination of your teeth, gums and mouth. Everything we find is explained clearly, and we'll answer your questions before discussing any recommendations.
No need to worry — plenty of the patients we see are returning to a dentist after a long gap. Nobody here will judge you; our job is simply to help get your oral health back where it should be.
Yes — an oral cancer screening is built into every routine examination we carry out. Spotting changes early can make a real difference to the outcome.
Not at all. We'll set out anything we find, explain your options and answer any questions, then leave the decision entirely up to you, in your own time.