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Looking for a dentist in Watford? 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,Watford has options to suit your needs.

Dentists in Watford at a Glance

164
Active practices
38
NHS practices
164
Private practices
24
Online booking
121
Rated 4.5+

Private Dental Fees in Watford

New patient consultation
£40 to £75
Most practices charge within this range
Emergency appointment
£50 to £90
Most practices charge within this range

Based on listed fees from Watford practices on HelpDental. Actual fees may vary.

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Highest-Rated Dentists in Watford

1
Dental Wellness Mill Hill

46,The Broadway,London

5
525 reviews
2
Bhuva Dental Surgery

692 Pinner Road,Pinner

5
406 reviews
3
Pristine Dental Group

499,Kingsbury Road,London

5
269 reviews

Top-Rated Dental Practices in Watford

Dental Care in Watford

Watford offers a diverse range of dental services across . 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 Watford, with several practices offering same-day appointments for urgent cases. For out-of-hours emergencies, NHS 111 can direct you to available services.

Emergency dentist in Watford

If you need an emergency dentist in Watford 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 £27.90 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 Watford for a filtered view of practices offering urgent appointments.

NHS Dental Care in Watford

NHS dental treatment in Watford 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.

NHS Dental Charges (2024/25)

Band 1Check-up, diagnosis, X-rays
£26.80
Band 2Fillings, extractions, root canals
£77.40
Band 3Crowns, dentures, bridges
£319.10

If you're struggling to find an NHS dentist in Watford, 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.

Dental Prices in Watford

Dental costs in Watford depend on whether you choose NHS or private treatment. NHS prices are fixed nationally, while private fees vary between practices. Here's a typical comparison:

TreatmentNHS PricePrivate Price
Check-up£27.90 (Band 1)£40 – £70
Filling£76.60 (Band 2)£80 – £250
Crown£332.10 (Band 3)£400 – £1,000
Root Canal£76.60 (Band 2)£300 – £700
Extraction£76.60 (Band 2)£100 – £350

NHS prices are standard across England. Private prices are approximate ranges for Watford and may vary by practice.

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3. Book Online

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