Frequently Asked Questions

Private patients only, in limited numbers. The practice is close to capacity but we have occasional spaces. No NHS places are available at present. Call reception on 01243 775545 to check current availability.

Private, with a limited NHS contract that's being phased out. New patient registrations are private only.

Tangmere village, just off the A27, about 3 miles east of Chichester. Address: Malcolm Road, Tangmere, Chichester, PO20 2HS. Large free car park with disabled spaces.

Reception is staffed 9am-5pm Mon, Wed, Thu, 9am-7pm Tue, 9am-4pm Fri, Saturday mornings by arrangement. See the Contact page for the full list including closures.

Yes - for registered patients only. In-hours emergencies call 01243 775545. Out-of-hours call 01243 958900. See Emergency Dentistry for details.

Call us on 01243 775545. Reception will check availability, book your new patient examination, and send you a medical history form to complete in advance. See New Patients for the full process.

A 40-60 minute comprehensive examination including head and neck assessment, jaw joint check, gum assessment, full dental charting, tooth wear analysis, bite check, and magnified video assessment. We may also recommend imaging. £100 for the examination, £70 for imaging if taken. See Your First Appointment for the full detail.

No. You can register directly by calling us.

Usually a few weeks for new patient examinations - call to check current availability.

£75 for a routine examination. £100 for a new patient examination. See Treatment Costs for the full fee list.

All major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, cash. We don't accept cheques. Plan members pay by monthly Direct Debit. See Payment Options for the full detail.

Not currently. 0% interest-free credit is temporarily unavailable - we're working to reinstate it. In the meantime, we accept credit cards, and our dental plans help spread the cost of regular care.

Yes, always - for anything beyond a routine examination or hygiene visit. The quote breaks down each step and any alternatives. You can take it home, consider it, and come back when you're ready. Quotes are typically valid for 90 days.

Yes. Members of our dental plans get a built-in discount on our standard private fees - the savings are reflected in the monthly cost.

Denplan Care (full coverage), Denplan Essentials (check-ups and hygiene only), Denplan for Children (under-18s), and the Combined Medical Plan (adds private GP, physio, podiatry). See Dental Plans for the full comparison.

Depends on your dental history and current health. Patients with stable teeth usually do well on Essentials. Patients needing more work usually save money on Care. We'll help you decide at your check-up.

We'd usually recommend completing any initial treatment first, so you're entering the plan in the maintenance phase with a clear picture of your dental health.

If it's Denplan, yes - the membership is held with Simplyhealth Professionals and transfers between participating practices. We'll help with the paperwork.

Independent (not a chain), family-run since 1988, low staff turnover so you see the same clinician year after year, preventive focus, comprehensive examinations rather than quick check-ups. See What to Expect for the full version.

Yes - we've been an early adopter of several major technologies including Cerec same-day porcelain (since 2007), digital X-ray and magnified intra-oral video. See Technology for what we use.

Most things. For very complex cases (specialist endodontics, complex jaw surgery, advanced periodontics) we refer to specialists we trust. We stay involved as the practice that knows you.

Yes - whitening, Invisalign, Cerec veneers, facial aesthetics (anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers). Cosmetic work is never prioritised over healthy teeth, but where it's right, we do it well. See Cosmetic Dentistry for the full list.

Yes. Several team members are particularly experienced with anxious patients. Let us know when you book - we'll allow extra time and match you with the right clinician.

Yes, free and large. The car park is shared with Tangmere village centre, with disabled spaces close to the entrance.

Yes. Ground floor throughout, step-free, wide doorways, disabled toilet facilities, high-weight-capacity chairs (29 stone). See Accessibility for details.

24+ hours' notice: no charge. less than 24 hours' notice: a fee may apply. Missed appointment with no notice: full fee. See Payment Options for the full cancellation policy.

Most patients have a routine examination every 6 months, plus 1-2 hygiene visits per year. Your clinician will recommend the right interval based on your specific dental health.

Yes. The waiting area is family-friendly. If you'd prefer your child to be seen separately, we can book them their own appointment. Children under 6 are £40 for an examination; ages 6-17 are £60.