Editorial policy

What our guides cover

Our guides explain NHS dental charges, how to find a dentist, routes to urgent care and what to do while you wait. They never diagnose or recommend treatment. For urgent symptoms we always direct readers to NHS 111 or, in an emergency, 999.

Sources

We base guides on primary sources: gov.uk and legislation.gov.uk, nhs.uk, the NHS Business Services Authority, NHS England, and professional bodies such as the British Dental Association and the General Dental Council. Every guide lists its sources.

Reviews and updates

Every guide shows the date it was last reviewed. We review all guides at least every six months, and within two weeks of a change to NHS dental charges or rules.

Commercial independence

Advertisers and affiliate partners have no say in our content. Sponsored and affiliate placements are labelled “Ad” or “Affiliate link”. See our affiliate disclosure.

Corrections

If you spot a mistake, please tell us. We aim to correct factual errors within two working days and note significant corrections at the end of the guide.