Dentist in Edinburgh

There are two kinds of dentist prices: NHS and private. NHS prices are set nationally, so they are the same at every dentist. Private prices are set by each dentist, so ask for a price list when you call.

In Scotland, your NHS check-up is free. For treatment, you pay 80% of the cost, and never more than £384 for one course of treatment. NHS care is free if you are under 26, pregnant, or had a baby in the last year.

Figures from NHS inform, checked August 2026.

How to find a dentist in Edinburgh

Check who is open now, then call. The list above shows each dentist's hours and phone number.
Want NHS care? Say NHS when you book. If they are full, ask to join the waiting list, and join more than one.
Going private? Ask for a price list first. Every dentist sets their own prices.
You can use any dentist, not just the nearest. There are no catchment areas.
Want NHS care and everyone is full? Your local NHS board can help you find a dentist.
In pain now? Call NHS 111, free, at any hour. They can arrange urgent dental care.

Read the NHS inform guide.

Common questions about dentists in Edinburgh

Which dentists in Edinburgh are taking new patients?

It changes week to week, so no list stays right for long. Call the dentists above and ask. Private dentists usually have space sooner. For NHS care, ask to join the waiting list if they are full.

How much is a dental check-up?

An NHS check-up is free for everyone in Scotland. For treatment you pay 80% of the cost, up to £384 for one course. A private check-up has no set price, so ask the dentist for their price list.

Can I get free NHS dental treatment?

Yes, many people can. Check-ups are free for everyone in Scotland. Treatment is free if you are under 26, pregnant, or had a baby in the last year, or with certain benefits. Not sure if you qualify? See our guides to free dental treatment, dental care for over 60s and PIP and dental treatment.

How do I register with a dentist in Edinburgh?

There is no fixed sign-up, like there is with a GP. Call the dentist you want, say NHS or private, and they take your details at your first visit. You can register your child at the same time, and children's NHS care is free.

Do I have to use a dentist in Edinburgh?

No. There are no catchment areas for dentists. You can register with any dentist that has space, wherever you live.

Which dentists in Edinburgh offer NHS care?

Look for the NHS dentist label on the list above. You can also see NHS dentists in Edinburgh with NHS prices explained.

I need a dentist urgently. What should I do?

Call NHS 111, free, at any hour. They can arrange urgent dental care. You can also see emergency dentists in Edinburgh.