Dentists in Edinburgh

Looking for a dentist in Edinburgh? We've gathered information on the highest-rated dental practices in the area to help you make an informed choice. Whether you're looking for NHS services, private care, or emergency treatment,Edinburgh has options to suit your needs.

Edinburgh offers a diverse range of dental services across Scotland. From routine check-ups and hygiene appointments to specialist treatments like orthodontics and implants, you'll find practices catering to all dental needs.

NHS dental care is available at select practices, though availability for new NHS patients varies. Many residents opt for private dental care due to shorter waiting times and extended appointment availability.

Emergency dental services are accessible throughout Edinburgh, with several practices offering same-day appointments for urgent cases. For out-of-hours emergencies, NHS 111 can direct you to available services.

If you need an emergency dentist in Edinburgh today, several practices reserve same-day urgent slots for toothache, broken teeth, abscesses, and dental trauma. Emergency appointments typically cost between £60 and £150 privately, or the NHS Band 1 fee of £26.80 if you can access an NHS emergency slot. For out-of-hours emergencies (evenings, weekends, and bank holidays), ring NHS 111 and they will direct you to the nearest available service.

See our dedicated list of emergency dentists in Edinburgh for a filtered view of practices offering urgent appointments.

NHS dental treatment in Edinburgh is available at participating practices, though finding a practice accepting new NHS patients can be challenging due to high demand. NHS dental charges are set nationally and apply to all NHS treatments across England.

If you're struggling to find an NHS dentist in Edinburgh, you can call NHS 111 for help locating available practices. Children under 18, pregnant women, and those on qualifying benefits receive free NHS dental treatment.