Dental treatments
Hygiene & Scale and Polish
Professional cleaning for healthier gums.
About this treatment
What is hygiene & scale and polish?
Our hygienists remove plaque and tartar that brushing misses, helping prevent gum disease and keep teeth bright. A scale and polish is included under NHS Band 1, with more extensive hygiene available privately.
Pricing
Cost
On the NHS, this is a Band 1 treatment — £27.90.
Band 1 covers: Check-up, diagnosis, X-rays, scale & polish. Whatever treatment you receive within a single band, you pay just one charge per course of treatment.
Private prices vary — ask your practice for details.
Charges effective April 2026. Set by NHS England and may change annually.
Availability
Where to get this treatment
Available at our practices across the East Midlands and Yorkshire. Our friendly teams are ready to welcome new patients.
Find a practiceReady to get started?
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