
If all you’ve ever known is NHS dental care, then it can be daunting to step into the world of private dentistry for the first time. To help you to navigate this important move, we’ve put together this simple guide to Denplan.
Denplan is one of the UK’s leading private dental insurance plans. It offers individuals the chance to spread the cost of their private dental checkups, while also offering additional perks and benefits that help to improve access to a range of private dental care services.
Here at Leigh Dental Centre, we want to ensure that we promote preventative dentistry and that is why we have been offering our patients Denplan plans for over 15 years. If you’re thinking about exploring Denplan for the first time, read on to learn more about how it works and how you can benefit from this private dental insurance plan.

What is Denplan?
Denplan is the UK’s leading dental payment plan provider, helping over 1.4 million patients across the country spread the cost of ongoing dental treatment through a variety of different payment plans.
The key focus of all Denplan payment plans is to ensure that patients receive the best possible preventative care, to enable them to keep their own teeth for as long as possible. It also gives access to restorative and cosmetic treatments that can help you to keep your smile looking beautiful.
Our Denplan plans provide patients with the opportunity to spread the cost of their routine dental treatment, saving them money on their dental bills and providing them peace of mind, knowing all their dental treatment is covered for a fixed monthly fee. Rather than worrying about the cost of every dental visit, you can budget with ease.
Still not convinced? The dental team at Leigh Dental Centre have put together their favourite benefits of joining Denplan, so you can decide if this option is right for you.

The top 5 benefits of joining Denplan
1. Spread the cost of your dental care
We offer two different plans to suit every budget, both of which are based on a fixed monthly fee.
Denplan Care covers you for all your routine dental treatment. This includes check-ups, hygiene appointments, x‑rays, fillings, extractions and periodontal treatment. The only additional fee you will have to pay is laboratory fees on crowns, bridges, inlays and dentures.
Denplan Essentials covers you for all your preventative dental treatment. Including check-ups, x‑rays and hygiene appointments.
With a fixed monthly fee, it is easy to budget for your ongoing treatment and avoid any nasty surprises. Both will also cover you when you are abroad, so you don’t have to worry about the cost of accessing dental care when you are overseas.
2. Preventive oral health advice
At each appointment, the dentist or hygienist will be able to offer help and advice on the best oral hygiene routine to follow in-between appointments, to ensure that your teeth are kept in tip-top condition.
90% of patients agree that being with Denplan makes it easier for them to look after their oral health. When you know that your dental checkups and hygiene cleanings are already paid for, you’re much less likely to miss an appointment. This means that you’ll be able to make the most of our ongoing support to help keep your smile looking healthy and beautiful.

3. Reduce the risk of extensive dental treatment
Being covered for your routine dental appointments will ensure that any problems are identified early, therefore reducing the risk of needing extensive dental treatment. Patients are much less likely to skip checkups when they are able to spread the cost of their treatment. And once you’ve paid for it, why would you miss it?
When it comes to dental care, prevention is always better than cure, so committing to regular checkups is one of the best ways to protect yourself against dental problems.Your dentist will also be able to keep a close eye on your teeth and spot changes in your oral health much better if they see you more regularly.
4. Access to 24 hours worldwide Dental Emergency Helpline
This means no matter where you are – on holiday or away on a work trip – you’ll be able to access our dental emergency helpline. If the worst should happen, the Denplan team will be on hand 24 hours a day to help.
They will endeavour to find you a dentist to help get you out of pain and back on the go. You are also covered for up to £10,000 worth of treatment following a dental injury, ensuring that your smile can be put back to its best.
5. Ideal for the whole family
You can sign up the whole family for Denplan and save. If more than one family member joins Denplan, and their membership is paid for with the same direct debit, you will be able to receive a discount on the monthly costs.
Denplan gives you the peace of mind, knowing that your entire family’s dental health is protected. Denplan is suitable for patients of all ages, from young children to seniors. And it doesn’t matter if you have pre-existing dental conditions.

What is the difference between Denplan Essentials and Care?
If you’re ready to sign up but aren’t sure which plan is right for you, we’ve put together this short guide to help you to understand the differences.
Denplan Essentials
Denplan Essentials allows you to ensure that you attend routine dental appointments, enabling the dentist to spot any problems early, helping you to avoid the need for complex and expensive dental treatment.
The dentist is also able to provide you with advice and techniques to ensure that you always have the best tools to keep your teeth in excellent condition.
Denplan Care
Denplan care is an effective way of spreading the cost of your routine preventative care and the majority of your restorative care.
Denplan care allows you to keep your teeth in excellent condition without worrying about unexpected bills and allows you to receive treatment fast in the event of a dental emergency.
How do I sign up for Denplan?
You can sign up directly with our dental practice. First, book a consultation with our team and let the reception staff know you’d like to sign up to the Denplan. We’ll guide you through the process and getting your Denplan account set up so you can start to enjoy all of the benefits of premium private dental care.
Call Leigh Dental Centre today on 01702 472929 and book a consultation to find out if Denplan could help you spread the cost of your dental treatment.
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