Bupa Dental Care:
About Bupa Dental Care
Bupa Dental Care is a leading provider of NHS and private dental services, dedicated to giving our patients better smiles and better health. We have nearly 350 practices across the UK and Ireland, providing dental care for all the family, from check-ups and general dentistry, to cosmetic treatments and surgical procedures. Our team of over 2,500 dental professionals includes general dentists and a network of dental specialists. We know that good dental health will help you feel your best every day. So, we make high-quality dental care more available to everyone, with a wide choice of treatments across 100’s of practices and payment options available to help you spread the cost.
Patient care is central to everything we do; we constantly strive to improve our services and offer the best possible customer experience. 84% of our patients say we're friendly and helpful1. We’re regulated by the CQC (Care Quality Commission) in England and other relevant bodies in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Our patient promise:
Bupa Dental Care is open to everyone. You don’t need to be a Bupa member or have insurance with us. Just walk into a practice to join us as a new patient or contact your local practice.
We offer a range of services including private care and NHS. We believe in transparent pricing, so you always know what to expect. There’s also a wide choice of payment options including a dental payment plan.
Patient care is a priority
At Bupa Dental Care, we put patient care first. Whether you’re simply looking to maintain a healthy smile, or need advice about cosmetic or specialist treatments, we have the expertise within our dental network to deliver on your bespoke requirements.
We’re also very empathetic about dental anxiety and have the experience to put you at ease.
We look after you, from providing accessible appointment times to offering the latest in dental treatments - every aspect of your dental care journey is carefully considered.
Our clinicians treat patients as individuals and are transparent about the treatments and services you can expect.
We’re local, accessible and convenient
We aim to make high-quality dental care accessible to everyone across the UK and Ireland. That's why we have nearly 500 practices nationwide, providing care to over two million patients.
We want to ensure patients receive the treatment they need at their convenience, so many of our practices offer extended opening hours, including late nights and Saturdays.
Using our practice finder, you can find your nearest Bupa Dental Care practice and speak to our friendly team about availability.
We provide NHS dental care
If you are entitled to NHS dental care, you can receive NHS dental services in many of our Bupa Dental practices.
You don’t need to be a Bupa member or have insurance with us.
As part of our commitment to accessibility, we are proud to work with the NHS to maintain and extend the availability of NHS dental care within some of our practices.
Find a practice near youHow to join a Bupa Dental Care practice
1. Get in touch with us
Use our practice finder to locate a Bupa Dental Care practice near you. As a new patient, you can get in touch online or call the practice directly. You can also drop into any of our practices; our staff will be happy to answer your questions.
2. Choose NHS or private care to suit you
You can decide to be seen as an NHS or private patient. Our practice staff will be happy to discuss your options with you.
3. Complete a medical history form
Before your first check-up you will be asked to complete a form so that our dental teams understand your medical history and can provide you with the best possible care. You can do this at the practice, or online before you arrive.
Transparent pricing
We believe in being completely transparent about our treatments and their costs. Whether you are being seen privately or as an NHS patient, we will always explain the costs involved before we begin treatment. Payment options are available.
We also believe in making sure you have a real choice in the dental care you receive. Where there is a range of treatment options available, our practice staff will explain the benefits of each, so you know all the facts first.
Private dental care
Access a full range of dental care options, including check-ups, hygiene appointments, implants, teeth straightening, composite bonding, whitening, facial aesthetics and more.
NHS dental care
A range of treatments necessary to support good oral health, including check-ups, fillings and dentures.
Bupa Dental Care
Nearly 500
practices across the UK and Ireland offering private and/or NHS dental care
You don’t need insurance
2,500
dental professionals work in our clinical network to support you
Private dentists and NHS
2 million
Bupa Dental Care customers use our services
Ways to pay for treatment
Other services we offer:
Platinum practices
Our carefully selected group of Platinum dental practices offers patients advanced dental care, providing a professional and personalised service within a relaxed, boutique environment. Our highly-skilled clinicians receive a high amount of dentist referrals. Often boasting their own specialisms, our staff are respected in their fields and are proud to provide comprehensive, high-quality patient care and access to a suite of treatments.
Find out more about Platinum, part of Bupa.
Total Orthodontics
Total Orthodontics is a growing group of orthodontists and orthodontic therapists solely focused on teeth straightening, all with one thing in common: a passion for creating confident smiles.
Find out more about Total Orthodontics.
Smiles Dental
Smiles Dental is a leading provider of dental care with over 20 practices all around Ireland covering every aspect of dentistry. From a routine exam, fillings, whitening and veneers right through to oral surgery, implants and orthodontics.
Find out more about Smiles Dental.
References
1. Cumulative patient feedback as of 14th June 2022
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Bupa Dental Care is a trading name of Oasis Dental Care Limited. Registered in England and Wales No: 00478127. Registered office: Bupa Dental Care, Vantage Office Park, Old Gloucester Road, Hambrook, Bristol, United Kingdom BS16 1GW.
Oasis Dental Care Limited has a number of trading names including Bupa Dental Care. Please see the list of our different trading names.
