Dentists
Wood Dental Limited
98 Huddersfield Road,Mirfield, Mirfield WF14 8AF
Overview
Wood Dental Limited is a dental practice located in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, serving the local community and surrounding areas. Based at 98 Huddersfield Road, the practice provides comprehensive dental care services to patients of all ages. Like most UK dental practices, Wood Dental likely offers general dentistry services including routine check-ups, professional cleaning, fillings, and preventative care treatments.
The practice is positioned to serve both NHS and private patients, depending on their current registration status and treatment preferences. The location in Mirfield, a town between Huddersfield and Dewsbury, makes it accessible to residents across the local area. As an established dental practice, Wood Dental Limited maintains professional standards consistent with UK General Dental Council regulations and requirements.
For those seeking dental treatment in the Mirfield area, contacting the practice directly would provide specific information about appointment availability, current patient registration status, treatment options, and pricing structures. The practice's dedicated team aims to support good oral health outcomes for the community it serves.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can register at Wood Dental Limited in Mirfield by calling 01924 499171, 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 Wood Dental Limited directly on 01924 499171 to check whether they are currently accepting new NHS patients. If Wood Dental Limited is full, you can call NHS 111 or use the NHS website (nhs.uk) to find other NHS dentists near Mirfield accepting new patients. You do not need a referral — simply contact the practice.
If you are registered at Wood Dental Limited, call 01924 499171 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 Wood Dental Limited. 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.
Tooth whitening is not available on the NHS as it is considered a cosmetic procedure. However, Wood Dental Limited may offer private tooth whitening services. Professional dental whitening is safe when carried out by a registered dental professional and typically involves custom-made trays with whitening gel for home use, or in-surgery whitening. In the UK, only registered dental professionals can legally carry out tooth whitening. Ask Wood Dental Limited about private whitening options and pricing.
If you have a concern about your care at Wood Dental Limited, speak to the practice manager first — most issues can be resolved informally and quickly. If you wish to make a formal complaint, write to the practice manager with details of the issue within 12 months. The practice must acknowledge your complaint within 3 working days. If you are not satisfied with the practice response, you can contact NHS England (for NHS treatment complaints), the General Dental Council (GDC) if you have concerns about a dentist's fitness to practise, or the Dental Complaints Service for private treatment disputes.
Dental implants are generally not available on the NHS except in very specific clinical circumstances (for example, if you cannot wear dentures due to severe bone loss or after oral cancer treatment). Wood Dental Limited may offer dental implants as a private treatment, or can refer you to a specialist implant dentist. Implant treatment involves placing a titanium post into the jawbone to support a replacement tooth or bridge. Ask Wood Dental Limited about implant options and costs.
Your dentist at Wood Dental Limited will recommend a recall interval based on your individual oral health needs. NHS guidelines (NICE) recommend check-ups every 3 to 24 months for adults and every 3 to 12 months for children and young people under 18. If your teeth and gums are healthy, you may only need to visit once every 12-24 months. Patients with gum disease, a history of decay, or other risk factors may need more frequent visits. Your dentist will advise the best interval for you at each appointment.
Wood Dental Limited 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 Wood Dental Limited for a written treatment plan with costs before starting any private work so you know exactly what to expect.
Yes, you can transfer to Wood Dental Limited at any time. Simply contact the practice on 01924 499171 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 Wood Dental Limited may incur a new NHS charge.
Wood Dental Limited 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, Wood Dental Limited 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.
Wood Dental Limited in Mirfield typically offers appointments Monday to Friday during standard hours. Some practices offer early morning, evening, or Saturday appointments to accommodate working patients. Contact Wood Dental Limited on 01924 499171 for their current opening times and to find the most convenient appointment slot. Emergency slots are usually available each day for registered patients with urgent problems.
During a routine check-up at Wood Dental Limited, your dentist will examine your teeth for signs of decay, check your gums for gum disease, examine the soft tissues of your mouth (tongue, cheeks, palate, throat) for any abnormalities including signs of oral cancer, review any existing dental work (fillings, crowns, dentures), take X-rays if needed to check between teeth and below the gum line, carry out a scale and polish if clinically indicated, and discuss your oral hygiene routine. The entire appointment typically takes 20-30 minutes.