Still searching for an NHS dentist in the North West?
You’re not alone. Millions of patients across Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, Blackburn and Bolton are stuck on NHS waiting lists and the wait keeps getting longer. The good news? You don’t have to put your dental health on hold.
At Smart Dental Care, we have two ways to help you depending on what matters most to you right now.
How would you like to proceed?
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I want to be seen soon
Get a full dental check-up within 1–2 weeks at one of our 18+ North West practices from just £30. Same quality as the NHS, without the wait.
NHS option
I only want NHS treatment
We understand. Join our NHS waiting list and we'll be in touch as soon as an NHS appointment becomes available at your nearest practice.
Why thousands are choosing Essentials over waiting
Our Dental Essential Price Plan was built for exactly this situation, giving patients across the North West access to high-quality dental care at prices that feel fair, with no long wait and no private price shock.
- Full check-up + X-rays if needed - from £30
- Seen within 1–2 weeks, not months
- Early morning, evening and weekend appointments
- No joining fee, no contracts, no hidden costs
- Pay only for the treatment you need
- 18+ practices across Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, Blackburn & beyond
Prefer to wait for NHS treatment?
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Dental Essentials Price List same as NHS?
Dental Essentials is our affordable plan, priced to be comparable to NHS dentistry, using the same trusted materials and clinical standards.
The difference? No waiting lists. No hidden fees. You’ll be seen quickly, with appointments available in the evenings and at weekends to fit around work and family life—flexibility the NHS simply can’t offer.
With transparent pricing and easy booking, our Dental Essentials makes quality dental care accessible to everyone.
Why can't Smart Dental Care offer NHS appointments?
NHS dental contracts are controlled and limited by the government. We cannot simply choose to offer NHS care which is why we created Dental Essentials as the closest affordable alternative for patients who can’t access the NHS.
How quickly can I get seen?
With Dental Essentials, most patients are seen within 1–2 weeks. NHS waiting list timescales vary and we cannot guarantee when an NHS appointment will become available.
Which North West areas do you cover?
We have Essentials practices across Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, Blackburn, Bolton, Chester, Wallasey, Wilmslow, Croxteth, Trafford, Speke, Bootle, Longridge and more.