Dental Practices in the UK - Industry Market Research Report

Urgent care needed: Private dentistry revenue soars as NHS waitlists extend

Since dentistry is widely regarded as an essential service in the UK, demand for appointments is stable. However, due to NHS funding shortages, there has been a steady shift towards private dental care. While private providers tend to be more expensive, they offer shorter waiting times, longer appointments and better equipment, attracting a growing number of patients as disposable incomes have risen. Disposable incomes dipped in 2022-23, which dented private dental care. Affordable dental care plans made available have helped.

This industry includes health providers that practice general or specialised dentistry or dental surgery. These practitioners operate private or group practices in their own offices or in alternative facilities, such as hospitals.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.