The City of London is the historic square mile at the heart of the capital, home to London’s financial district and some of the most iconic buildings in the country. With a resident population of under 10,000 but a daytime working population of over 500,000, the City has a unique dental landscape almost entirely geared toward the professional workforce.
Dental practices in the City cater primarily to workers looking for convenient appointments during or around the working day. Expect modern, well-equipped private clinics with extended hours, lunchtime availability, and a strong focus on efficiency. This is not the borough for affordable NHS dentistry, but if you work in the Square Mile and want a dentist you can visit without taking time off, the City delivers.
Dental Care in the City of London
The City’s dental practices are concentrated around its main commercial areas, with clusters near Liverpool Street, Bank, Moorgate, and Cheapside. Many are located within office buildings or on the ground floors of commercial premises, designed to be easy to reach during a lunch break.
Most practices in the City are private-only, offering a full range of general, cosmetic, and restorative treatments. Some also provide corporate dental plans for businesses looking to offer dental benefits to employees.
NHS dental options in the City are essentially non-existent. If you need NHS treatment, neighbouring boroughs like Islington, Tower Hamlets, and Southwark offer much better availability. Check our NHS dentist hub for options.
Key areas for dental practices in the City include Liverpool Street, Bank, Moorgate, Cheapside, Fenchurch Street, and Barbican.
Typical Dental Costs in the City of London
- Check-up: £65 to £150
- Hygienist clean: £75 to £140
- White filling: £120 to £240
- Dental crown: £500 to £1,100
- Teeth whitening: £350 to £750
- Dental implant (single): £2,500 to £5,000
City prices reflect the high overheads of operating in London’s financial district and the premium placed on convenience for busy professionals.
Prices are approximate and may vary between practices. Contact the practice directly for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many dentists are there in the City of London? The City of London has over 25 registered dental practices. Despite the tiny resident population, the huge daytime workforce supports a strong concentration of dental providers, almost all private.
Are there NHS dentists in the City of London? NHS dental options in the City are extremely limited. If you need NHS treatment, neighbouring boroughs such as Islington, Tower Hamlets, and Southwark offer much better availability. Check our NHS dentist London page for current options.
What should I do if I need an emergency dentist in the City? If you have a dental emergency while working in the City, visit our emergency dentist in the City of London page for practices offering same-day urgent appointments. If it is outside normal hours, call NHS 111 for advice on emergency dental services in your area.
Dental practices in City of London:
- Barbican Dental Centre
- Barbican Dental Practice
- Barbican Orthodontic Clinic
- Bellcourt Dental Limited
- Boston House
- Bow Lane Dental Group
- Bupa Dental Care Cannon Street
- Bupa Dental Care Devonshire Square
- Bupa Dental Care London Bank
- Bupa Dental Care Moorgate
- Bupa Dental Care St Mary Axe
- Canon Street Dental Centre
- Cap City Dental
- City Dental Studio LTD
- Clearstone Dental
- Dentexcel – 8 Angel Court
- Dentistry100
- Finsbury Dental Care
- Forma Smile
- German Dental Clinic Ltd
- Keith Burns Associates
- L&Y Dental City
- Mansion House Dental Practice
- ODL Dental Clinic
- Pure Periodontics Limited
- Ruh Dental (fleet street ltd)
- Smile Tailor
- Smile-Hub SpitalFields
- Smilepod – 18 Cullum Street
- Square Mile Dental Centre
- TDSML
- Temple Dental
- The Whiter Smile Limited
- Vestry House Dental Centre
- Widegate House Dental

