Dentists
Long Hanborough Dental Practice
70 Main Road,Long Hanborough,Witney, Witney OX29 8BD
Overview
Long Hanborough Dental Practice is a dental surgery located in the village of Long Hanborough near Witney in Oxfordshire. The practice serves the local community and surrounding areas, providing comprehensive NHS and private dental care to patients of all ages. Like most general dental practices in the UK, it offers services including routine dental examinations, teeth cleaning, fillings, extractions, and preventative dental health advice.
The practice is situated on Main Road in the heart of the village, making it accessible to local residents. The team typically consists of dentists and dental hygienists who work to maintain oral health and treat common dental conditions. Many practices in this area have been established to serve their communities for many years, building strong relationships with patients through regular care and treatment.
Patients can contact the practice to register as a new patient, book routine appointments, or seek emergency dental treatment. The practice may offer flexible appointment times and welcomes enquiries about available services and current registration status.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can register at Long Hanborough Dental Practice in Witney by calling 01993 881482, visiting the practice in person, or completing a registration form on their website. Unlike GP registration, you do not need to live within a catchment area to join an NHS dentist — you can register with any practice that is accepting NHS patients. You will be asked for your name, date of birth, address, medical history, and details of any medications you take. Your first appointment will usually include a full dental examination.
NHS dental places can be limited and availability changes frequently. Contact Long Hanborough Dental Practice directly on 01993 881482 to check whether they are currently accepting new NHS patients. If Long Hanborough Dental Practice is full, you can call NHS 111 or use the NHS website (nhs.uk) to find other NHS dentists near Witney accepting new patients. You do not need a referral — simply contact the practice.
If you are registered at Long Hanborough Dental Practice, call 01993 881482 during opening hours for an emergency appointment. Outside surgery hours, call NHS 111 for advice — they can direct you to the nearest emergency dental service. Go to A&E only if you have uncontrolled bleeding, facial swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, or trauma to the face or jaw. For dental pain at home, take over-the-counter painkillers (ibuprofen or paracetamol), rinse with warm salt water, and apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek.
NHS dental charges in England are set nationally and apply at Long Hanborough Dental Practice. As of 2024, Band 1 (check-up, diagnosis, X-rays, scale and polish if needed, preventive advice) costs £26.80. Band 2 (fillings, root canal treatment, extractions) costs £73.50. Band 3 (crowns, dentures, bridges) costs £319.10. An urgent dental treatment charge is £26.80. If you need more than one treatment in the same course, you only pay the highest band. You may be entitled to free NHS dental care if you are under 18, under 19 and in full-time education, pregnant or have had a baby in the last 12 months, receiving certain benefits, or hold an HC2 certificate.
Yes, every routine dental check-up at Long Hanborough Dental Practice includes a soft tissue examination where the dentist checks the mouth, tongue, cheeks, and throat for any unusual changes that could indicate oral cancer. This takes only a few minutes and is included in your Band 1 check-up. Mouth cancer can affect anyone but is more common in smokers, heavy drinkers, and those with HPV. Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes. If you notice any unusual lumps, ulcers lasting more than 3 weeks, red or white patches, or difficulty swallowing, contact Long Hanborough Dental Practice promptly.
Long Hanborough Dental Practice understands that many patients feel anxious about visiting the dentist. The practice offers a supportive, understanding environment and can accommodate nervous patients with longer appointment times, a detailed explanation of each step before it happens, the option to pause treatment at any time, distraction techniques, and referral for sedation if appropriate. Let the team know about your anxiety when booking — they will do everything they can to make your visit comfortable. Severe dental phobia can be treated with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) through the NHS.
Yes, you can transfer to Long Hanborough Dental Practice at any time. Simply contact the practice on 01993 881482 to register as a new patient. Your dental records will be requested from your previous practice. If you are mid-treatment at another practice, it is best to complete that course of treatment before transferring, as a new course of treatment at Long Hanborough Dental Practice may incur a new NHS charge.
Long Hanborough Dental Practice may offer private dental treatments alongside NHS care. Common private options include tooth-coloured (white) fillings on back teeth, porcelain crowns and veneers, tooth whitening, dental implants, invisible braces (such as Invisalign), and private hygienist appointments. Private treatment is not subject to NHS band charges and is priced per procedure. Ask Long Hanborough Dental Practice for a written treatment plan with costs before starting any private work so you know exactly what to expect.
NHS orthodontic treatment (braces) is available for children under 18 if they meet clinical criteria (assessed using the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need — IOTN). Your dentist at Long Hanborough Dental Practice can assess your child and refer them to an orthodontist if needed. NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s. Adults are generally not eligible for NHS orthodontics and would need to explore private options such as fixed braces, Invisalign, or other clear aligner systems. Ask Long Hanborough Dental Practice about orthodontic referrals and private options.
Long Hanborough Dental Practice in Witney provides a full range of NHS dental treatments including routine check-ups and examinations, scale and polish, fillings (amalgam and tooth-coloured where clinically appropriate), root canal treatment, tooth extractions, dentures (full and partial), crowns, bridges, and dental X-rays. Preventive care such as fluoride varnish for children and fissure sealants is also available on the NHS. Your dentist will explain which treatments are available under the NHS and which may only be offered privately.
Yes, Long Hanborough Dental Practice welcomes children of all ages. NHS dental care is free for all children under 18 (or under 19 if in full-time education). Services include regular check-ups, fluoride varnish applications (recommended from age 3), fissure sealants to protect back teeth, fillings, extractions, and orthodontic assessments. It is recommended to take your child to the dentist from when their first milk teeth appear (around 6 months) or by their first birthday. Early visits help children become comfortable with the dental environment.
Yes, Long Hanborough Dental Practice uses dental X-rays as part of routine examinations. These may include bitewing X-rays (to check between teeth for decay and bone levels), periapical X-rays (to see the root of a specific tooth), and panoramic X-rays (a full view of all teeth and jaws). Dental X-rays use very low doses of radiation and are safe. Your dentist will only take X-rays when clinically necessary — typically every 6 to 24 months depending on your risk of dental disease. X-rays are included in NHS Band 1 charges.
NHS dental charges at Long Hanborough Dental Practice are payable at the time of treatment. Most practices accept cash, debit cards, and credit cards. You should receive a receipt and an FP17DC form confirming your NHS treatment and the band charged. If you are exempt from charges, bring evidence (such as a maternity exemption certificate, HC2 certificate, or proof of benefits). For private treatment, Long Hanborough Dental Practice may offer payment plans or finance options — ask the practice for details.
Generally, you need to be registered with an NHS dental practice to receive routine care. However, any NHS dentist must provide emergency treatment if you are in pain, even if you are not registered with them. Contact Long Hanborough Dental Practice on 01993 881482 to ask about emergency availability for non-registered patients. If you cannot find an NHS dentist, call NHS 111 for help finding one near Witney.