Check-Ups | Hygiene | Extractions | Fillings | Crowns & bridges | Dentures | More
South Cave Dental Surgery, located in the village of South Cave in Yorkshire, is a well-established modern dental practice, serving the community for many years.
Our vision is simple: we put you at the centre of everything we do. When it comes to your oral health and your smile, it’s always personal. We understand the need to feel at ease, to communicate and to understand your needs. That’s why you’ll find our staff warm, understanding and knowledgeable, and who will put you and your health first, every step of the way.
At South Cave Dental we put you first, whatever your needs. Our fantastic range of treatments, state-of-the-art equipment, and talented, experienced dentists are here to help you find the right solution for you. Find out more about the dental treatments we offer below.
General dentistry is the foundation of what we do. Whether you’d like a routine check-up, are interested in hygienist services, or need an emergency appointment, we can help.
We are experts in repairing broken or chipped teeth. From white fillings to root canal treatment, we can help you achieve a beautiful, natural smile.
We offer top-quality crowns, bridges, and dentures to restore your smile and confidence. Our crowns provide durability and a natural look, bridges seamlessly fill gaps, and custom dentures ensure comfort and a perfect fit.
We offer traditional braces and near-invisible teeth straightening solutions. No-one will know you are wearing braces, so you can keep smiling even through treatment.
Whether you're looking to whiten your teeth or considering a full smile restoration, we use smart technology and expert techniques to achieve your goals.
For those looking to rejuvenate their skin, and restore personal confidence, facial aesthetic treatments may be used to soften lines and define facial contours.
New patient - £75.00
Routine examination - £59.00
New patient (child) - £39.00
Routine examination (child) - £29.00
Emergency appointment - from £55.00
Orthodontic assessment - £125.00
X-rays - £25.00
Digital OPT scan - £65.00
Hygienist appointment - from £79.00
Simple - from £149.00
Complex - from £235.00
Fillings (silver) - from £145.00
Fillings (white) - from £179.00
Incisor / canine - from £329.00
Pre molar - from £489.00
Molar - from £655.00
Crown - from £469.00
Bridge (per unit) - from £865.00
Full dentures - from £795.00
Boutique teeth whitening (at home) - from £349.00*
Our Dental Care Plans encourage regular attendance, enabling us to spot problems before they arise and results in helping you maintain healthy teeth and gums for life. We recommend joining to help reduce the risk of expensive restorative treatment in the future.
** An initial administration fee of £9.50 will be collected with your first payment only.
*** The provision of examinations and hygiene visits is subject to receipt of the required consecutive monthly payments.
**** Exclusions apply.
***** Documentation relating to our Privacy Notice and the Worldwide Dental Emergency Assistance Scheme, including assistance levels, limitations and exclusions is available to view online at https://scheme.wdeas.co.uk/patients.
Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:30
Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday: 09:00 - 18:30
Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Please note:
The practice is closed between 13:00 - 14:00 everyday for lunch.
*The cost of £349 applies to the Boutique Whitening full kit - 4 x 3ml, at home teeth-whitening treatment and does not apply to any other whitening products available at the practice. Cost includes an initial consultation, custom-made whitening trays, whitening gel and a post-treatment appointment. Teeth whitening treatment is for over 18s only and patients must be dentally fit with a recent dental health check-up. Any dental health check-up and/or treatment required to make a patient dentally fit will be charged at an additional cost. Please note that the practice accepts no liability on behalf of the treating clinician and acts strictly as a liaison between the patient and the treating clinician only. The practice reserves the right to withdraw or change this product at this price from time to time. Full details available in practice.
South Cave Dental Surgery is a trading name of Portman Healthcare Limited registered in England and Wales: 06740579. Registered office: Rosehill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, Glos, GL52 3LZ.
Portman Healthcare Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is the broker and not the lender. Our FCA registration number is 700090. Portman Healthcare Ltd offers credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. Credit is provided subject to affordability, age, and status. Minimum spend applies. Not all products offered by Secure Trust Bank PLC are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Private fees | |
| We provide a range of dental solutions to help you achieve your dream smile, find our prices below. | |
| Examinations | |
| New patient consultation | £85.00 |
| Consultation existing patients | £49.00 |
| Emergency appointment - New patient | £119.00 |
| Emergency appointment - Existing | £59.00 |
| X-Rays | |
X-ray (intraoral) | £25.00 |
X-ray (extraoral) | £65.00 |
| Hygiene | |
Hygiene appointment - 30 minutes | £75.00 |
| Extractions | |
Non surgical extraction | from £139.00 |
Surgical extraction | from £189.00 |
| Repairing teeth | |
Root canal treatment - Incisor | from £255.00 |
Root canal treatment - Premolar | from £309.00 |
Root canal treatment - Molar | from £359.00 |
White composite filling | from £169.00 |
Silver filling | from £99.00 |
Glass Ionomer filling | from £115.00 |
| Replacing teeth | |
Porcelain crown | from £679.00 |
Porcelain bridge (per unit) | from £835.00 |
Full upper or lower denture | from £1069.00 |
Partial upper or lower denture | from £759.00 |
| Dental implants | |
Dental implant placement | from £1,645.00 |
| Teeth straightening (Invisalign) | |
Consultation | from £85.00 |
Clear aligners (both arches) | from £3,455.00 |
| Cosmetic dentistry | |
Teeth whitening (at home) | from £409.00 |
Teeth whitening (in practice) | from £655.00 |
Facial aesthetics | from £245.00 |
Helen Fairey
Associate Dentist | GDC: 70564
Helen qualified from Newcastle University in 1995 and has worked at South Cave since 2011. She has a wide range of experience providing all aspects of general dentistry having worked in both private and NHS practices.Outside of work Helen is married with a teenage son. She is a keen tennis player, enjoys cooking and walking.
Louise Tansey
Associate Dentist | GDC: 73452
Louise graduated from Liverpool university in 1997 and joined the practice in 2004. She enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, particularly caring for families. Louise is married with two sons and spends her spare time gardening and swimming.
Ilias Gavriilidis
Associate Dentist | GDC: 223845
Maria Arghirescu
Associate Dentist | GDC: 168833
Since joining the team, Dr. Arghirescu has worked in our busy practice covering all aspects of general dentistry both in the NHS and on private practice.
Dr. Maria Arghirescu's approach to dentistry focuses on minimally invasive aesthetic techniques, emphasizing preserving natural tooth structure while enhancing smiles. Unlike traditional methods that may prioritize restorative or surgical procedures, her practice integrates cosmetic orthodontics, composite bonding, and facial aesthetics to achieve results with minimal intervention.
Dr. Arghirescu is currently pursuing postgraduate orthodontics training to expand her services for both adults and children.
Outside of dentistry, she enjoys travelling and also loves to try new tastes by cooking or visiting new restaurants!
Lindsay Atkin
Dental Nurse | GDC: 139906
Lindsay has worked at South Cave since 2000, Lindsay is a qualified Dental Nurse/Receptionist and gained her Dental Radiography qualification over 20 years ago. Lindsay is a very dedicated member of the team. Lindsay enjoys spending time with her family & friends and of course her two sausage dogs.
Sam Mawe
Dental Nurse | GDC: 140932
Sam is a qualified Dental Nurse and Dental Radiographer and has worked at South Cave since 2005. Sam is committed to making sure the patient feels comfortable and informed throughout their dental journey.
Outside of work Sam enjoys crafting and spending time with her husband and young family.
Tanya Everson
Dental Nurse | GDC: 236693
Tanya started working at south cave in 2016 as a dental nurse. However, she is also usually described as the practice “spider catcher”. All she usually needs to do is follow the screams of her colleagues. Luckily Tanya is a proud owner of 12 tarantulas so feels at home with 8 legged critters. In her spare time, when she isn’t busy with her pets, she can be found at a concert or strumming on her guitar.
Hollie Phillips
Dental Nurse | GDC: 237562
Hollie has worked at South Cave since 2009 and is a qualified Dental Nurse & Dental Radiographer. Hollie now works part time since having her little boy. Hollie likes to help make her patients feel calm and relaxed when attending the practice. Hollie enjoys working out and loves exploring new places and experiencing new cultures with her family.
Keeley Sharp
Trainee Dental Nurse
Keeley joined the practice in early 2024. She loves being apart of a family like team and enjoys all aspects of her job.
In her free time, Keeley loves spending time with her family / friends and booking holidays. Keeley’s aims are to travel and see the world.
Hollie Ferguson-Pratt
Trainee Dental Nurse
Hollie is a trainee nurse that has been with us since August 2023. She likes dogs more than people, her dog sleeps in her bed (we listen and we don’t judge). She has an unhealthy obsession with Billie Eilish. Hollie is hoping to qualify as a dental nurse in the next few months and become a GDC registered Nurse. She has a keen interest in facial reconstruction surgery.
Emma Dixon-Smith
Head Receptionist | GDC: 121413
Emma joined the practice back in 2002, a real practice lifer! (Hard to believe she looks old enough we know).
After completing her training to become a qualified nurse Emma also went on to gain her radiography qualification. She now works across the practice assisting with different aspects of the day-to-day business needs.
Outside of work Emma is a foodie at heart and a travel enthusiast, she loves visiting new places and trying out all their best eateries with her family.
Pauline Pickering
Receptionist
Pauline joined South Cave Dental Surgery in January 2024 and loves working on reception with her valued colleagues. Pauline has 2 adult sons and a granddaughter. Her hobbies include, reading, spending time with friends and going to the theatre.
Kim Rowan
Receptionist
Kim joined the South Cave Dental Surgery in August 2023 and works on Reception. Kim has also been a qualified hypnotherapist for over 10 years, her main past times are reading and baking but most of her spare time is spent with her 5 grandchildren.
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Danielle Dempster
Dental Nurse | GDC: 236032
Danielle has worked as a Dental Nurse/Receptionist for 15 years and has spend 13 of those at South Cave. Danielle focuses on creating a friendly & calming atmosphere for patients. Danielle is also a qualified phlebotomist & first aider.
Danielle loves spending time with her family and her little dog Willow.
Natasha Snell
Dental Nurse | GDC: 120016
Natasha has worked as a dental nurse for 21 years. Natasha is also a qualified dental radiographer. Natasha is a mum of two boys and spends most of her weekends supporting them on the sidelines. Natasha loves interior design and has just finished renovating her home.
Zoe Elvin
Receptionist
Zoe joined the practice in 2023 as a receptionist. She has numerous years of customer service experience and is an enthusiastic member of our reception team.
Zoe has two children and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Her hobbies include working out at the gym and lots of shopping!!!!
Sara Peachey
Dental Hygienist | GDC: 4771
Sara qualified as a dental hygienist in the armed forces in 1994 at HQ and central GP Aldershot. She has since continued her professional development extending her remit in Dental Radiography and local anesthesia. Sara loves to play guitar and sing in her spare time. She is a cat lover and can find it challenging keeping the wool away when she crochets.
